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Medical Shadowing Internships

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2 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Shadow doctors and healthcare professionals in real clinical settings.
  • Observe diverse medical procedures, from diagnostics to treatments.
  • Gain insights into the Greek healthcare system and patient care.

Highlights

  • Shadow doctors and healthcare professionals in real clinical settings.
  • Observe diverse medical procedures, from diagnostics to treatments.
  • Gain insights into the Greek healthcare system and patient care.
  • Ethical, medical and surgical shadowing, compliant with AAMC guidelines
  • Experience Greek culture and explore iconic cities during your free time.

  • You don't have to pay anything yet

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    Age 18+
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    About the program

    Shadow doctors & nurses in Greek hospitals for up to 40 hours per week. Rotate between different departments, clinics & surgeries. 🩺

    Gain unparalleled exposure to the world of medicine through a structured shadowing program that provides valuable insights into the inner workings of a professional healthcare environment. This internship is tailored to enhance your medical knowledge and prepare you for a successful career in ...

    About the program

    Gain unparalleled exposure to the world of medicine through a structured shadowing program that provides valuable insights into the inner workings of a professional healthcare environment. This internship is tailored to enhance your medical knowledge and prepare you for a successful career in healthcare.

    Program Overview
    This shadowing-based internship is designed for pre-med, pre-health, and medical graduates eager to:

    • Explore Diverse Specialties: Observe procedures and patient care across a range of departments, including general medicine, surgery, clinics, emergency medicine, and more.
    • Learn from Experts: Work alongside a medical team trained in renowned institutions in the USA, UK, etc, ensuring exposure to global healthcare standards.
    • Develop Clinical Insight: Gain a thorough understanding of how medical teams collaborate to provide patient-centered care.

    What to Expect
    Participants will be immersed in the daily operations of a hospital or clinical environment, observing medical professionals in action and learning about various aspects of healthcare delivery. Key features include:

    • Shadowing doctors, surgeons, and nurses during patient consultations, diagnostics, and treatments.
    • Rotating through different departments to gain a well-rounded perspective of medical practice.
    • Receiving mentorship and guidance from seasoned professionals to deepen your understanding of the medical field.
    • Customizing your experience based on your specific interests and career goals.

    Program Benefits

    • Professional Development: Strengthen your medical school application or prepare for advanced training with shadowing hours and real-world observation.
    • Global Perspective: Gain insights into international healthcare practices through a team with global training and expertise.
    • Career Clarity: Discover your areas of interest by observing various medical specialties in action.

    Who Should Apply?
    This program is ideal for:

    • Pre-medical students seeking shadowing hours to enhance their applications.
    • Recent graduates looking to explore different medical specialties before committing to advanced education.
    • Pre-health students preparing for careers in medicine, nursing, or allied health fields.

    Why Choose This Internship?

    • Expert Guidance: Work with professionals trained in international healthcare systems, ensuring a comprehensive and high-quality learning experience.
    • Customizable Experience: Tailor your rotations to align with your academic and career aspirations.
    • No Language Barriers: The medical team is fluent in English, providing seamless communication and mentorship.

    Important Considerations
    This is a shadowing internship, and participants will not engage in hands-on procedures. The focus is on observation and learning through close interaction with experienced professionals.

    Get Started
    Take the next step toward your medical career. Apply today to join a program that offers exceptional insight into the field of medicine while providing a foundation for professional growth.

    Specialties/Cases:
    Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Dialysis, Emergency Room, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, General Surgery (Cardiothoracic, Gastric, General, Neuro, Orofacial, Orthopedic, Plastic), Hematopathology, Intensive Care Unit, Nuclear Medicine, Oncology, Orthopedics, Pneumology, Radiology.

    Associated career paths:
    Physician, Nurse, Surgeon, General Practitioner, Orderly, Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Medical Scribe, Medical Administrator, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Radiologic Technologist, Phlebotomist, Cardiovascular Technologist, Anesthesiologist, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist, Obstetrician.



    Typical day

    A typical day begins at 8 am, following a shadowing schedule across major departments. You’ll observe clinics, surgeries, and diagnostics, with medical staff explaining procedures in English. Depending on surgery duration and clinic rotations, your day will end around 4-5 pm. Each week, you’ll ...

    Typical day

    A typical day begins at 8 am, following a shadowing schedule across major departments. You’ll observe clinics, surgeries, and diagnostics, with medical staff explaining procedures in English. Depending on surgery duration and clinic rotations, your day will end around 4-5 pm. Each week, you’ll rotate through various specialties, offering a comprehensive learning experience in different medical fields.


    Free-time activities

    The placement takes place inside the vibrant cities of Athens or Thessaloniki where many cultural events and activities take place. You have the chance to explore the historical sites  or spent time at beaches around it. During your weekends you can travel to nearby cities, towns or take the ...

    Free-time activities

    The placement takes place inside the vibrant cities of Athens or Thessaloniki where many cultural events and activities take place. You have the chance to explore the historical sites  or spent time at beaches around it. During your weekends you can travel to nearby cities, towns or take the ferry to one of the hundreds of picturesque islands.


    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (fluently)

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV, Passport copy, Profile Photo and Health Check

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    Interns must have a genuine interest in medicine and commitment to observation of both surgical and non surgical procedures.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 16:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    To apply for this internship, its quick, easy and free! 
    – Program Fees Include: 
    • 24/7 in-country support 
    • Airport pick-up 
    • Customized internship plan 
    • Fully furnished shared accommodation 
    • Local English speaking coordinator 
    • International reference letter 
    • Program & host city orientation 
    • Support before, during, and after your internship 
    • Sourcing and securing your internship placement 
    • Supervisor coaching 
    • Support to gain academic credit 
    – Program Fees do not include: 
    • Airport drop-off 
    • Local activities, meals/drinks (of any sort) 
    • International/local travel costs (incl public transport) 
    • Visa (if required), vaccinations 
    • Travel Insurance (mandatory), background check (mandatory) 
    • Any other service not mentioned 
    We will review your application and if we accept you on this internship we will ask you to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place. The remaining of your internship fees (less your initial deposit payment) will be due no less than 30 days before your internship start date. 
    Prior to your arrival you will also be asked to pay a $400 security deposit to cover potential damages, to the apartments and host sites, which is fully refunded after check-out within 30 days if everything is in order.

    Airport Pickup at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    Internships start on Mondays and interns have a choice to participate to a program between a minimum of 2 weeks or up to a maximum of 12 weeks.

    The program fee includes a free airport pickup on the Sunday before the Monday start date. To qualify for the free pickup interns are required to arrive between 9am-6pm. At the airport interns will be welcomed and transferred to their housing. For interns arriving at an earlier date, a pickup maybe provided if requested and subject to availability.

    Adequate information about the city and hosting institution will be sent before arrival. It includes information about the city, local culture, rules, emergency contact numbers and the local team.

    Accommodation

    The accommodation is fully furnished (single or double beds), with WiFi, shared with 1-6 other same-sex interns, and located in safe areas with easy access to public transport and close to the internship site. The last night of the accommodation is the Friday night of the final week, leaving interns free to depart on Saturday. 

    Private apartments can be arranged in advance, if requested and subject to availability.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Food & Beverages

    Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens. We assist you to find cheap flights to Greece. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Greece provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Greece you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Greece. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Internships start on Mondays and interns have a choice to participate to a program between a minimum of 2 weeks or up to a maximum of 12 weeks.

    The program fee includes a free airport pickup on the Sunday before the Monday start date. To qualify for the free pickup interns are required to arrive between 9am-6pm. At the airport interns will be welcomed and transferred to their housing. For interns arriving at an earlier date, a pickup maybe provided if requested and subject to availability.

    Adequate information about the city and hosting institution will be sent before arrival. It includes information about the city, local culture, rules, emergency contact numbers and the local team.

    The medical shadowing internship is hosted either in Athens or Thessaloniki. The final placement depends on overall program availability and on the specific specialties the intern wishes to observe. The assigned location is communicated by email following the program booking. Interns are welcome to indicate a preferred city, and this preference will be taken into consideration during the placement process.



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    Program Fees

    $781 per week 2 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    2 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.


    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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