Heroes Behind the Mask If MasksCould Speak Behind every mask was a human story: exhaustion hidden behind composure, compassion carried through uncertainty, and a quiet strength that continued long after the world looked away. By Josephine J. Heroes Behind the
February: The Month of Love and Gratitude February is a month often associated with appreciation, compassion, and reflection, values that strongly align with the mission of the Heroes Behind the Mask initiative at Pre-Health Shadowing. Healthcare workers play an essential
The Vision Behind the Movement An Interview with Nina Bouzamondo-Bernstein Founder & CEO Nina Bouzamondo-Bernstein on the future of virtual clinical exposure. In a recent spotlight interview, our founder, Nina Bouzamondo-Bernstein, sat down to discuss the driving force behind Pre-Health
PHS Professional Spotlight Girls Can Become Doctors and Much More: Lessons from Dr. Olapeju Simoyan In medicine, there is often an unspoken expectation that excellence requires singular focus—that to become a doctor is to narrow, to specialize, to leave parts
Heroes Behind the Mask · Community Reflection January Feature · 2026 Entering a New Year of Reflection, Resilience, and Recognition As January begins, we’re pausing to reflect on what it means to show up for others—especially for the healthcare professionals
Pre-Health Shadowing • Mission + Founder Story Why Pre-Health Shadowing Exists — and Why It Still Matters Access to shadowing and mentorship shouldn’t depend on geography, finances, or who you know. Pre-Health Shadowing was built to make healthcare exploration possible
Mapping Pre-Health Shadowing’s Reach Across the United States Since its launch in 2020, Pre-Health Shadowing (PHS) has connected tens of thousands of aspiring healthcare professionals to virtual shadowing opportunities that remove barriers of geography and access. To better understand where
Pre-Health Shadowing · 5-Year Anniversary Five Years of Pre-Health Shadowing: How a Student-Led Organization Reimagined Access to Healthcare Education A five-year look at access, equity, student leadership, and the future of healthcare education. In the spring of 2020, as the
Insights • MappdCon Rethinking Shadowing: How Pre-Health Shadowing Redefines Access to Healthcare Education Practical guidance from Nina Bouzamondo-Bernstein, Founder & CEO of Pre-Health Shadowing (PHS), on beginning shadowing, making each experience meaningful, and translating virtual exposure into in-person opportunities. By
Written by: Fatima Khan Lookmanji In the intricate tapestry of Heroes Behind the Mask, the essence of the book lies in unraveling the profound experiences of healthcare providers amid the unprecedented challenges brought forth by the COVID-19 pandemic. This literary