Location
  • Italy

Program Details

Timeframe
J-Term Maymester Spring Summer Winter
Housing
Apartment

Pricing

Price Details
Program cost varies based on location and length of program. View the Dates and Fees page on our website for more information.
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Some Meals SIM cards Travel Insurance Wifi
What's Not Included
Some Activities Airfare Domestic Airfare Airport Transfers Some Meals Transportation Visa
Jun 07, 2024
Sep 20, 2024
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About Program

Atlantis is the largest and most reputable pre-health study abroad organization for US undergraduates. With shadowing experiences in Pavia, Milan, Genoa, Venice, Como, Ferrara, Mantua and more, our Italy programs are for those who want adventure. What better way to gain 60+ clinical hours than in the country with pasta and gelato galore! Students will shadow in top European hospitals with well-esteemed physicians and have the opportunity to explore the rich culture that Italy has to offer.

Students build lasting relationships with physicians in various specialties and observe patient care from start to finish. Knowing how different healthcare teams operate and communicate is a great way for students to reflect on their own leadership skills. With alumni in 40 of the top 50 MD programs, Atlantis prepares students for a future career in healthcare.

Since summer of 2021, Atlantis has ran many safe and successful programs throughout the continuance of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Program Highlights

  • Programs run during winter and summer breaks so there is no need to take time off during your academic semesters!
  • Rotate weekly through different specialties to gain exposure to various medical practices and procedures.
  • Immerse yourself in a program abroad to understand healthcare in a global context, and embark on weekly excursions to experience Italian culture, sights, and food.
  • You do not need to know Italian to have an amazing and impactful experience!
  • Start dates for summer in May, June, July and August, and for winter in December and January.

Program Reviews

4.94 Rating
based on 53 reviews
  • 5 rating 94.34%
  • 4 rating 5.66%
  • 3 rating 0%
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  • Growth 4.85
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.95
  • Housing 4.6
  • Safety 4.9
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Kylie
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Atlantis Italy experience

Italy was a wonderful country with many beautiful experiences. I learned a lot during the shadowing and more about Italian healthcare which is very different from in the US. The Atlantis staff was amazing and the housing was very nice. The area where we stayed was a popular tourist are and made it very easy to navigate the language and culture barrier. The hospital staff was kind for the most part and helpful. The excursions were fun and included cultural elements to learn more about Italy's history not just of Rome but pre-Rome as well. I also enjoyed the dinner options which were very thoughtful and delicious.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
I saw almost all of a man's teeth get extracted and have part of his upper mandible removed for a tumor removal all while he was awake. He was also only numbed with a local which was quite shocking.
Pros
  • Great staff with thoughtful provision of the excursions and meals
  • Prime location for housing
  • Amazing culture and experiences to explore
Cons
  • Sometimes difficult to navigate language barrier
  • Healthcare knowledge learned here would not help in an American healthcare system except for general medical science.
33 people found this review helpful.
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Camille
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Atlantis- Venice program

It was an amazing experience to be able to study abroad and also learn about my passion for medicine. Atlantis gave me the opportunity that I would never have to go over seas and see new culture especially concerning the medical field. Venice was an amazing city and provided me with many experiences I would never have been able to gain in the states. There is much to learn and it will also help diversify yourself and your resume. I highly recommend to anyone that is considering going through Altantis to study abroad.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Do your research and have familiarity with culture
32 people found this review helpful.
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Abby
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Venice

I enjoyed my experience with Atlantis in Venice, Italy because I was a recent graduate from college wanting more experience in the medical field before going to graduate school. I had also never been out of the United States so I was able to get a cultural experience as well. There was never a dull day through my program. I was happy to wake up every morning and see more of Venice each day. I would definitely recommend this program to anyone interested in the medical field and wanting the unique experience of being abroad!

37 people found this review helpful.
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Mercy
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Atlantis in Italy

My shadowing experience in Italy was an experience I could’ve never imagined. I was able to gain ambiguity when it comes to analyzing similarities and differences in healthcare between the United States and a foreign country. Additionally, I was also able to experience a culture that I was very unfamiliar with, but was able to get accustomed to with my day-to-day experiences. Overall, I would recommend this program to anybody because of the long lasting friendships I developed from people who were once strangers, and because of the confirmation that this trip gives into whether or not pursuing healthcare is the career path for you.

35 people found this review helpful.
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Jazmin
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Atlantis Shadow Abroad

This experience was something I believe everyone should participate in. It was not only educational but also fun and interesting. I learned a lot in the hospital and from the doctors along with being able to travel with friends. We would spend a few hours a day learning from the hospital staff and then had free time to do whatever we wanted in the city or anywhere else. It was truly something I feel like others should look into and consider doing, it's different from life in America and it's so great seeing the culture in other countries.

36 people found this review helpful.
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Ammon
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Mestre, Italy

My time in Mestre was great! The hospital in Mestre is a great place for shadowing, there were many surgeries and lots of helpful doctors and staff. Another benefit was having a city manager that helped our group get everything in order for our stay. He also helped us find fun things to do and took us on excursions, we got to see beautiful historic sites and we even went river rafting. I would recommend the Atlantis sharpening experience to anyone looking to gain meaningful clinical shadowing as well as an experience abroad.

33 people found this review helpful.
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Kristian
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Atlantis Shadowing in Rome

This was an excellent opportunity to shadow doctors and learn more about another culture and healthcare system all together! It was definitely worth the investment into my future, and the staff were amazing and super helpful! I gained over 80 hours of shadowing in neurology, thoracic surgery, cardiology, emergency medicine, neonatal pathology, radiology, and many others! I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who is interested or on the fence about it. It was an amazing 3 weeks I will never forget!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Push yourself to get the most out of the experience as possible. Stay longer to shadow other doctors and other fields! Visit historic monument and sites! Get out of your comfort zone and ask questions!
Pros
  • Extensive shadowing experience
  • free weekends to explore and travel
  • helpful staff and made new friends
Cons
  • cost
32 people found this review helpful.
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Seth
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Review Atlantis Program

My experience with the Atlantis program was life-changing. Not only was I able to shadow doctors in different medical specialties, but I became familiar with how the European healthcare system works and how it differs between the United States healthcare system. The staff were very friendly and patient with me and ensured that everything went smoothly. I highly recommend Atlantis to anyone seeking out a career in the medical professor to help determine if this is an appropriate career for them.

What was your funniest moment?
One of the funniest moments was when our group went to karaoke and we sang “Old Country Road” with the Italians!
Pros
  • People were friendly
  • It was well organized
  • I had guidance along the way
Cons
  • The trip was a bit expensive but manageable
32 people found this review helpful.

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