Sebastien L. Gotto

Pre-Med Biology Student | Aspiring Physician | Entrepreneur & Athlete

About

I'm a Biology student on the Pre-Med track at the University of Miami, minoring in Health Administration, with a GPA of 3.57/4.0 and the UM Presidential Scholarship. My path toward medicine has been shaped by hands-on experience in clinical settings — from primary care to ophthalmology to orthodontics — where I've had the chance to observe patient care up close and understand what it takes to serve people well.

Outside the classroom, I've always been drawn to building things and leading teams. I founded a mobile app, GOT NEXT, as part of a youth entrepreneurship program and continued developing it long after the program ended. I've also captained a varsity basketball team, led an environmental club, and taken on leadership roles across campus organizations. I'm someone who likes to combine a strong academic foundation with initiative — whether that means starting a project from scratch or stepping up to lead a team.

Experience & Leadership

Clinical Intern —

Ophthalmologist Office of Dr. Ray Mostafavi | Staten Island, NY | May – July 2025

Clinical Intern —

Family Medicine Office of Dr. Lindo | Brooklyn, NY | May – July 2025

Clinical Intern —

Orthodontist Office of Dr. Michael Donato | Staten Island, NY | July – September 2022

Observed comprehensive eye examinations, ophthalmologic procedures, and laser-assisted cataract surgery with post-operative care (Brooklyn Hospital)

Assisted with patient intake, preliminary testing, and clinical documentation

Observed patient consultations and supported administrative clinical tasks within a primary care setting

Coordinated documentation for durable medical equipment and liaised with healthcare providers and insurance representatives

Maintained organized records while handling confidential patient health information

Patient Coordinator —

Rainbow Medical Supply | Brooklyn, NY | July – August 2023

Shadowed clinical procedures and supported front-desk operations, patient intake, and appointment scheduling

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

I first got the idea for GOT NEXT, a mobile app, through the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) program, where I developed a business plan, pitched it to industry professionals, and learned the fundamentals of market research and pricing strategy. I later carried the idea forward as my Senior Signature capstone project at Staten Island Academy and have continued building on it since graduating.

Athletics & Leadership

I served as Varsity Basketball Captain at Staten Island Academy, leading team practices and mentoring underclassmen while balancing a demanding academic course load. I also captained the Varsity Soccer team.

Alongside athletics, I co-founded and served as President of the NY Environmental Club, where I organized sustainability initiatives and school-wide environmental awareness events.

Skills & Interests

Interests:

Fitness, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare & Health Systems, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Boxing/MMA

Skills:

Clinical Documentation & Patient Intake, Team Leadership & Mentorship, Business Plan Development & Pitching, Event & Initiative Organization, Cross-Team Communication