Winter Med Shadowing Abroad – Greece Awaits Future Physicians
Hosted by
- Greece
- Athens
- Thessaloniki
Frequently asked questions
This program starts at $2,800 USD. For full pricing, visit the provider’s website.
Yes, the program includes housing. Participants stay in apartments.
The program fee includes accommodation, activities, airport transfers, classes, some meals, transportation, and travel insurance.
This program is located in Athens and Thessaloniki, Greece.
About Program
Discover medicine where it all began—the birthplace of Western medicine. The Philotimo Med Abroad Shadowing Program offers students of all levels—high school seniors, pre-med, and medical students—the opportunity to gain real hospital experience in Greece while exploring its history, culture, and traditions.
✅ Program Highlights:
Dates: Winter Session – December 13–21, 2025 (with additional programs offered throughout winter, spring, and summer)
Hospital Shadowing: Choose your medical department and shadow experienced physicians in areas such as Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, Cardiology, Oncology, Psychology, and more. Observe cutting-edge robotic surgeries and clinical practices.
All-Inclusive Package: Tuition, shared accommodation, transportation, health insurance, program support, and guided excursions.
Cultural Immersion: Experience Greek life through historic tours, Mediterranean cuisine, and engaging activities outside the hospital.
Program Highlights
- Hands-On Hospital Shadowing – Choose your department and observe doctors in specialties like Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, and more.
- Cutting-Edge Medicine – Witness advanced procedures, including robotic surgeries and modern clinical practices.
- All-Inclusive Experience – Tuition, accommodation, transportation, health insurance, and guided excursions included.
- Cultural Exploration – Discover the birthplace of Western medicine, enjoy authentic Mediterranean cuisine, and explore historic Greek landmarks.
- Global Community – Connect with high school, pre-med, and medical students from around the world in a program conducted fully in English.

