Philotimo Med Abroad

I never thought I would be so fascinated by gum disease treatments, but this program completely changed my perspective! I shadowed periodontal treatments and learned how gum health affects overall dental health. The dentists were super friendly and explained everything in detail. The small student groups meant we got to ask tons of questions and really understand the procedures.Athens was a dream come true. The Parthenon was even more impressive in real life, and I loved exploring the streets of Plaka, the old town area. The metro was an adventure—sometimes we had no idea where we were going, but that was part of the fun!

This program gave me the best experience of my life! I was lucky to shadow pediatric dentistry, which was both fun and challenging. Seeing how dentists keep kids calm and entertained while working on their teeth was fascinating. I now have so much respect for pediatric specialists! The clinics were so modern, with technology I had never seen before. Athens itself was breathtaking. The tour of the Ancient Agora and the Temple of Hephaestus made me feel like I was living in a history book. The metro was surprisingly easy to use, but we still got lost at least twice a day.

I always knew I wanted to work in dentistry, but this program made me even more passionate! I shadowed emergency dental care cases, which was super intense but also exciting. Watching the dentists handle urgent cases with such calmness and skill was inspiring. The 1 and 1 student-to-doctor made it easy to ask questions, and I never felt lost.

Our trip to the Acropolis Museum was unforgettable. And let’s not forget the food—Greek salads are so much better than what we get at home! Athens is such a great city.

Athens is one of the most stunning cities I have ever visited! The Philotimo Dental Program was a perfect balance between learning and exploring. I had the opportunity to shadow teeth whitening and cosmetic dentistry procedures, and it was incredible to see how small changes can make a huge difference in a patient’s smile. The doctors spoke excellent English, and they explained every step of the process in detail.

The Acropolis tour was like stepping into a time machine. I couldn’t believe I was standing in the same place where ancient philosophers once walked. The metro rides were fun, but we definitely got lost a couple of times

I joined the Philotimo Dental Program hoping to gain clinical experience, but I got so much more! I shadowed orthodontic treatments like Invisalign and braces adjustments. It was fascinating to see how patient care differs across cultures.

Director Stavros was a true leader, making sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and excited to learn. The program structure was perfect—we had mornings in the hospital, afternoons exploring, and evenings for fun! The Acropolis tour at sunset was magical, and I’ll never forget sitting by the Parthenon, soaking in the view of Athens. The food, the culture, and the friendships I made made this an unforgettable trip.