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Dr. Roberts is a physician, educator, and researcher dedicated to helping aspiring medical professionals succeed in the admissions process. He trained in general surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and earned a master of science degree in clinical epidemiology. As a former admissions committee interviewer for Stanford and Penn, he understands what top programs seek in applicants.
Dr. Roberts has published 42 peer-reviewed manuscripts and secured two NIH grants for research on surgical outcomes and healthcare disparities. He has mentored numerous pre-medical and medical students, guiding them in crafting compelling applications that showcase their strengths.
As co-founder and former chief medical officer of a venture-backed healthcare startup, Dr. Roberts also brings expertise in leadership, research, and innovation-helping students position themselves as future leaders in medicine.
Undergraduate: Stanford University
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at University of Pennsylvania
Residency: Hospital of University of Pennsylvania
General Surgery
Dr. Roberts rode his bike from San Francisco to Boston during college (4,000+ miles). It took 67 days and was quite an adventure!
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