About us
NAPA was founded in November 2024 by Victoria Raha Sigaroudi and Nora Orrevall Granberg. It began as a Facebook group where Nordic medical students and physicians could find community while exploring U.S. training pathways. The informal peer-to-peer advice quickly evolved into the Nordic American Physicians Association, a member-led network of more than 1,100 on Facebook.
Today NAPA offers practical guidance, shares opportunities, and provides mutual support to help members take the next step in their careers abroad. Our mission is to bridge the gap between the medical communities of the United States and the Nordic countries by fostering collaboration, professional growth, and cultural exchange. Through webinars, networking events, and shared resources, we empower members to navigate career transitions and build lasting professional connections across borders.
Board of 2026
President
Victoria Raha Sigaroudi
Victoria was born and raised in Sweden and earned her medical degree in Denmark. She is planning on pursuing residency in the United States and is dedicated to supporting Nordic physicians and students in building careers across borders.
Event Coordinator
Alexandra Kriz
Alexandra is a third-year medical student in Denmark with personal ties to the United States. She would like to pursue a career in anesthesiology in the U.S. after graduation. Through NAPA, she hopes to help create meaningful opportunities for Nordic medical students to learn about, navigate, and connect with the U.S. medical system.
Vice President
Nora Orrevall Granberg
Nora is a medical student at Karolinska Institutet in her second year. After graduation she plans to relocate to the US and pursue a residency in psychiatry.
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Communications Officer
Olena Cholovska
Olena is currently a medical student at Aarhus University, Denmark. Being a student teacher in anatomy, she naturally has an interest in pursuing a surgical specialty. She is internationally oriented and has a strong drive to help Nordic students achieve their goal of specializing in the United States.