Overview
Discover Warsaw, a city where resilience and innovation shape every corner. Its historic Old Town, meticulously rebuilt after World War II, stands alongside sleek modern architecture, creating a striking skyline. Through the Atlantis Warsaw program, students have the opportunity to shadow doctors in Poland, gaining hands-on clinical experience in top medical facilities. With lush parks like Łazienki and vibrant cultural venues such as the Royal Castle, Warsaw offers a mix of relaxation and exploration. Whether wandering through its museums or enjoying a riverside café, the city’s dynamic spirit is impossible to ignore.
Beyond its architectural charm, Warsaw is a hub of creativity and culture. Its dynamic energy, from lively music festivals to world-class theaters, offers a rich cultural backdrop that complements the professional growth of anyone participating in medical shadowing in Poland.
Destination Information
Local Time Now:
7:25am
Official Languages:
Polish
Almost all alumni have not spoken the local language.The City
Every city has its iconic landmark, and for Warsaw, that place is the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site that has stood as the heart of the city for centuries. When viewed from across the Vistula River, the city’s skyline is a striking contrast of modern skyscrapers towering above the charming red rooftops of the historic district. This blend of old and new architecture gives Warsaw a unique character, revealing its multifaceted identity.
The city offers a dynamic mix of serene green spaces, rich history, and vibrant modernity. Visitors can explore the picturesque Old Town, the grandeur of Wilanów Palace, and the peacefulness of Łazienki Park.
History buffs will find captivating experiences at the Warsaw Uprising Museum, the Museum of the History of Polish Jews, and the Copernicus Science Centre, each offering a deep dive into the city’s rich past. Warsaw’s architecture perfectly reflects the harmony between its past and present.
With nearly half of the city covered in green, Warsaw is home to 95 parks, with Łazienki Park being the most famous. In summer, you can enjoy the Chopin Concerts in the park’s open-air setting, while the theatre founded by King Stanisław August hosts performances of contemporary music in its historic interiors.
Dates & Availability
- Summer Break 2026
Dates
Price
Availability
July 11, 2026 - July 31, 2026 3 weeks
$6,499
Open
You may pay over time, fundraise, consider scholarships, and more. Learn about our significant partial need-based scholarships here.
Participants may transfer to another program or receive a refund up until a predefined amount of time before the start date.
What’s Included
Atlantis programs include ~20h/week of shadowing, housing, some meals, transportation, travel health insurance, and more. Airfare is not included but can be very affordable.
What’s Included
On Program Components
Pre/Post Program Components
Hospital Overview
University Clinical Center of the Medical University of Warsaw (MUW)
The University Clinical Center of the Medical University of Warsaw (MUW), is one of Poland’s largest and most modern teaching hospitals. It was formed by merging several major clinical facilities and serves as the university’s main site for clinical training, research, and patient care. The hospital offers a wide range of specialties, including internal medicine, cardiology, surgery, oncology, neurology, and intensive care. Equipped with advanced medical technology and over 1,500 inpatient beds, it provides comprehensive services to thousands of patients annually while supporting the education of future doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.
Lazienki Park
Lazienki Park is home to a wide-range of places to explore, including a pond, a river stream, and a zoo. For nature lovers, Lazienki Park offers a small forest that is a perfect utopia. It will give a wonderful experience with lush green lawns, immaculate gardens, and beautiful flowers. You might even see some elegant peacocks strutting around if you’re lucky! On Sunday afternoons, a Chopin concert is held in the park for all music lovers. You can even walk through the gardens few minutes or hours to feel the beauty and calmness of the garden.
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Excursions
Our excursions are designed to offer a deeper look into your host culture, for both the educational benefit and the enjoyment of exploring a new place with others who share your interests in travel and medicine. Excursions range from historical tours to culinary and cultural explorations.
Your Site Manager will inform you of the excursions they have planned during your program orientation. If you make travel plans outside of your city for a weekend and it conflicts with the events your Site Manager has planned, notify your Site Manager several days in advance so that they can plan accordingly.
Clinical Experience that Stands Out to Schools
Medical schools want 3 things: healthcare exposure, GPA/MCAT, and certain competencies. Uniquely, “360 Shadowing” gives you the best version of the 1st, frees you to focus on the 2nd, and cultivates/shows the 3rd to medical school admissions.
Funding Your Future
The cost of Atlantis isn’t too dissimilar from the cost of many study abroad programs that you may find. And we’re here to help: from our extensive fundraising guide to flexible payment plans and financing options, we make the process simple and easy, allowing you to focus on what really matters.
Bring a Friend
Consider bringing a friend to the same program you’re applying to. Although the vast majority of Atlantis alumni have gone on programs without knowing someone in their cohort, bringing a friend allows your experience to be shared in a unique way, while still allowing you one of the benefits of Atlantis: meeting new pre-health friends from across the country. Consider sharing this idea with your friends.
