
Have you ever wondered why your body gets a fever, what's actually happening when a cut heals, or why some people sneeze uncontrollably around cats?
Starts Mon, Jun 22
4:00 PM UTC · 1h 30m
5 sessions

Tabitha
4.3
-Discover what's really happening inside your body during common symptoms like coughing, fever, and pain
Explore how doctors conduct examinations and what they're actually looking for
Understand how the immune system identifies and fights off threats to keep you healthy
Trace the step-by-step healing process of everyday injuries like cuts and scrapes
Unpack what triggers allergic reactions and how the body responds
Build real medical vocabulary and start thinking the way doctors do
Develop a deeper appreciation for the complexity and brilliance of the human body

A dedicated medical educator and director of clinical content, Dr. Tabitha Michaud combines her clinical expertise with a passion for teaching. Her comprehensive experience—from pediatric rotations to multidisciplinary research—enables her to develop engaging, evidence-based educational materials across a variety of STEM topics. Dr. Michaud is the creator of Varsity Tutors’ “Mini Med School” summer camp, and regularly teaches fun, interactive biology classes to help learners understand what happens when they get sick and how rewarding medical careers can be.
Have you ever wondered why your body gets a fever, what's actually happening when a cut heals, or why some people sneeze uncontrollably around cats? Mini Med School Camp is your chance to find out — straight from a real doctor. Led by Dr. Tabitha Michaud, MD, this camp turns curious 4th-8th graders into junior physicians-in-training, uncovering the remarkable science behind how the human body works, heals, and defends itself. From the mystery of everyday symptoms to the body's incredible immune defenses, every session is packed with discovery, hands-on learning, and the kind of "wait, that's actually what's happening?" moments that make science genuinely exciting. No medical knowledge required — just bring your curiosity and get ready to see your own body in a whole new way.
Live Q&A
Cameras / mics optional
Recordings
Available within 1 hour, kept 90 days
Materials
No special materials required
free with a Varsity Tutors membership
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