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Testimonials

Russell G.

I have been treated by Dr. Louie and have nothing but good things to say about it. He is friendly, knowledgeable and will answer all the questions posed. In other words he has good bedside manner.
Luis N.

Very professional, the staff was very nice and helpful in my situation. Glad I made the appointment here because they wasted no time in getting me the information I needed.
Robert G.

You couldn't ask for a better staff. They are courteous, helpful and really know their stuff.
Tony D.

Thank you Doctor Ahlering for giving me the potential for a future. Your leadership and skill is reflected throughout your wonderful caring team who navigated me through this phase of my journey and treated me as if I was one of your own family.
John R.

My recovery exceeded every expectation that I had. After the surgery I was basically pain free and only took 1 Tylenol tablet! I was able to walk at length couple of days after the surgery. I did not even feel weak as one expects after the surgery.
Elizabeth Z.

Very professional staff, I like the rapport that they build with their patients. I took my son in for a procedure and the medical assistants took me under their wings and explained every step of the procedure in detail. I couldn't had chosen a better facility.
Russell G.

I have been treated by Dr. Louie and have nothing but good things to say about it. He is friendly, knowledgeable and will answer all the questions posed. In other words he has good bedside manner.
Luis N.

Very professional, the staff was very nice and helpful in my situation. Glad I made the appointment here because they wasted no time in getting me the information I needed.

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Tuition

Two sessions will be offered during Summer 2025:

2025 Summer Surgery Program - Session I (2 weeks)

Monday, July 7, 2025 – Friday, July, 18, 2025

Cost: $5,500 per student

2025 Summer Surgery Program – Session II (2 weeks)

Monday, July 28, 2025 – Friday, August 8, 2025

Cost: $5,500 per student

2025 Summer Surgery Program Tuition (Session I and Session II) includes: All course materials, use of facilities for surgical skills training labs, laboratory training facilities and staff, OR training and observer certification, access to operating room, use of patient simulation center, ultrasound course, fetal pig dissection course, CPR training and BLS certification, breakfast, lunch, and in-between snacks served each day, daily parking, Summer Surgery Program-embroidered white coats, hospital scrubs, program t-shirt, and notebook. Also included is a weekend team bonding activity during the student participants respective Summer Surgery session.

Housing and Transportation: On own

*Students whose parents are employed by the University of California, Irvine, will receive a 10% discount.

NEW!!!

2025 Better Than Live Summer Surgery (1 Week)

Monday, June 9, 2025 – Friday. June 13, 2025

Cost: $2,350

2025 Better Than Live Summer Surgery Tuition includes: All course materials, use of facilities for surgical skills training labs, laboratory training facilities and staff, use of patient simulation center, ultrasound course, fetal pig dissection course, CPR training and BLS certification, breakfast, lunch, and in-between snacks served each day, daily parking, program t-shirt, and notebook.

Housing and Transportation: On own

*Students whose parents are employed by the University of California, Irvine, will receive a 10% discount.

Scholarships

The Summer Surgery Program (Sessions I and Session II) and the Better Than Live Summer Surgery Program is offering up to six fully paid scholarships to qualified applicants. Any applicant is eligible; however, preference is given to those demonstrating greatness need. Consideration will also be given to those who will contribute most to the program with their maturity and life experience.

The scholarship application deadline is Friday, February 7, 2025. No late applications will be accepted. Please note, along with the scholarship application, all required documents must also be submitted on or before the application deadline of Friday, February 7, 2025.

To be considered for a fully paid scholarship, please submit the following items on or before the scholarship deadline of Friday, February 7, 2025:

Complete and submit the Scholarship Application
One letter of recommendation from a teacher, mentor or academic advisor
Parent/Guardian's 2023 tax form

The following items are considered during the scholarship selection process:

Degree of financial need/hardship
An applicant who is the first generation to attend college.
An applicant that demonstrates maturity through experience
An applicant that demonstrates motivation to contribute positively to society.

Submit required documents to the Summer Surgery email address: summersurgery@hs.uci.edu

Who is eligible?

UC Irvine’s Summer Surgery Program is open to high school students who:

Are 16 years of age or older*
Are respectful and mature

Have a 3.5 GPA (unweighted) or above
Complete all required application and registration forms in a timely manner

Each applicant must first meet minimum criteria for age and academic standing prior to applying. The applicant must turn 16 years old on or before the start date of their program session to be eligible to attend. All applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be held to assess personal maturity and motivation for a career in medicine and desire to innovate! Students are evaluated based on their academic performance, diversity of experiences and background, essay quality, recommendation letter, and commitment to succeeding in the program.

The opportunity to observe live surgery is a privilege that we take very seriously, and we kindly ask that our Summer Surgeons keep this in mind when applying.

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