- Home
- Providers
- Back
- Philotimo Med Abroad
- Shadow Doctors in Greece: 25+ Hours Hands-On Learning
Shadow Doctors in Greece: 25+ Hours Hands-On Learning
Immerse yourself in a medical program abroad to understand this field in a new global context! Rotate through specialties to expose yourself to new areas! Embark on excursions to experience Greek culture, sights, and cuisine! Medical shadowing abroad is a pivotal experience for aspiring healthcare professionals, providing valuable insights into patient care and the inner workings of the field. Wh...
Immerse yourself in a medical program abroad to understand this field in a new global context! Rotate through specialties to expose yourself to new areas! Embark on excursions to experience Greek culture, sights, and cuisine! Medical shadowing abroad is a pivotal experience for aspiring healthcare professionals, providing valuable insights into patient care and the inner workings of the field. While shadowing locally offers significant benefits, taking this experience abroad opens up a world of new opportunities. Our fellow students explore the advantages and transformative experiences of medical shadowing in Greece. You’ll see a healthcare system different from your home country, and gain experience with conditions and practices you’ve never seen before. You’ll see unfamiliar conditions ...
Program Highlights
Join the Philotimo medical program abroad in Greece, a clinical placement in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art hospital.
Find out if medicine is your true passion while learning about the medical system in Greece.
Impress future employers with letters of recommendations and a certificate of completion.
Build your personal and professional network while developing your confidence and resourcefulness.
Sharpen your verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Quick Details
- Athens, Greece
- 1-2 Weeks
- Multiple Year
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Winter
- Biological Research
- Dental
- Health
- Health Care
- Hospital
- See more
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- Brazilian
Awards





Program Reviews
Hear what past participants have to say about the programs
Overall Rating
Total Reviews
This experience completely turned that around
by: Cardenal Contreras - United StatesProgram: Shadow Doctors in Greece: 25+ Hours Hands-On LearningI enrolled in this program with little shadowing experience and no clear idea of what I wanted to do in the future. My prior academic and research experiences had not given me a clear direction, and the little shadowing I had done had turned me away from pursuing a career in medicine. However, this experience changed everything. The chance to shadow various departments and interact with hospital staff on a personal level revealed a whole new aspect of medicine to me and made me realize that working in a hospital is exactly where I want to be. The experience is vastly different from shadowing in the United States, with a different healthcare system and culture. In addition to professional growth, I also got to travel around Greece and make unforgettable memories with a group of amazing girls. It was the perfect balance of work and play, and I am now confident in my decision to pursue a career in medicine.

Hello Cardenal, I'm glad that the Philotimo Program helped you in your career and gave you a better perspective on life.
Philotimo Medical program is the best
by: Jayson Canas - United StatesProgram: Shadow Doctors in Greece: 25+ Hours Hands-On LearningThe hospital shadowing aspect of the program was really cool. The doctors were all friendly and eager to interact with us. We got opportunities to go to different departments of the hospital and observe many types of surgeries. The shadowing took 5 hours almost every day, so once we finished, we were free for the rest of the day. Our Program Director was really amazing and very helpful. We went on group excursions twice, which were also cool. There were lots of attractions, historical sites, and places to go. The city is 45 minutes from the water, so there are great views. The weather was also really great, it was hot all the time. people in the city all spoke English and were friendly. I highly recommend it!!

Hello Jayson. I'm glad that the Philotimo Program helped you in your career and gave you a better perspective on life.

From my clinical fellowship, I know a career in medicine is the only career path that I desire.
by: Noah Beck - United StatesProgram: Shadow Doctors in Greece: 25+ Hours Hands-On LearningI completed 50 physician shadowing hours through the Philotimo Med Clinical Fellowship at Univ. Hospital in Larissa, Greece. During my last 2 weeks, my experience shadowing physicians was invaluable and gave me a fundamental understanding of what I hope to specialize in as a future physician. Through this experience, I not only embraced the ethical responsibility of learning from doctors through observation but also gained exposure to global healthcare. I learned how to overcome cultural communication barriers in my interactions with clinicians and recognized the subtle peculiarities of a foreign hospital. I built upon my critical thinking skills and utilized scientific inquiry as I followed along with surgical procedures and witnessed each unique doctor-patient interaction. I recently applied to medical schools in the United States, and I am currently completing several interviews for admission. When filling out my medical school applications, I described what I learned from my clinical fellowship with Philotimo Med Abroad in Greece and how it reinforced my passion for becoming a physician. This experience is a staple of my pre-med journey. From my clinical fellowship, I know a career in medicine is the only career path that I desire.

Hello Noah. I'm glad that the Philotimo Program helped you in your career and gave you a better perspective on life.
Program Details
Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know
Locations
- Athens, Greece
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Biological Research
- Dental
- Health
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
- 1-2 Weeks
- Multiple Year
- Summer
Age Requirement
Open to All Ages
Guidelines
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
- Resume
Frequently Asked Questions
Related Programs
Browse programs you might like