MetaCast #25 - Dubai to US: How Jonathan Mokhtar is Building a Competitive Application to Plastic Surgery
In the 25th episode of MetaCast, we host Jonathan Mokhtar, an ambitious medical student and aspiring plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose experiences have transcended borders. He has already built a high-impact career through an extensive research portfolio, including numerous published meta-analyses, and invaluable international observerships at top institutions like Harvard's Boston Children's Hospital and the Cleveland Clinic.
Jonathan shares the challenges and triumphs of his journey toward US medical residency as an international student, offering a fascinating comparison between the medical training environments in the UAE and the United States. His strategic approach and passion for surgical innovation make him a true role model for healthcare professionals worldwide.
Creators and Guests

Host
Rhanderson Cardoso
Clinical Cardiologist and Cardiac Imaging @BrighamWomens @harvardmed | Former cardiology fellow @hopkinsheart @ciccaronecenter

Guest
Jonathan Mokhtar
Final Year Medical Student at Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU)
