Global Medical Training
at The University of Texas at Austin
Saya Shanehbandi

Position: Campus Outreach Coordinator
Major: Biochemistry, Healthcare Reform and Innovation Minor
Classification: Sophomore
Career Goals: I hope to become a physician!
Hometown: Schertz, Texas
Favorite place to eat in Austin: Foodheads
Fun Fact: I've been to the Eras Tour twice
Favorite GMT memory: My favorite GMT memory was the third day of the Panama '25 Spring trip, I remember everyone matching in scrub colors and celebrating with a piñata for the little kids. From the doctors to the translators, the patients to my fellow trippers, and the beautiful landscapes all around, that trip was unforgettable.
Why did you join GMT: I joined GMT because I’ve always been interested in global health. I loved getting a glimpse of how physicians can use their skills around the world, and I hope to do the same in the future.