During an exchange program in China last year, students from the University of Chicago said they had gained not only clinical insights, but also a deeper understanding of how care is delivered across different systems in the country. 

From cutting-edge technologies to rare disease treatment, they said the experience has broadened their perspectives.

More importantly, they said the connections go beyond medicine as shared values like empathy, curiosity and the desire to help others unite doctors across borders.

Through dialogue, friendship and knowledge exchange, these young doctors hope to carry forward what they've learned and continue building partnerships that benefit people around the world.