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Italy

Doctors in Italy: Florence Program

Term To Study: Summer 2025
Application Deadline: Mar 20, 2025
Program Starts: Jun 01, 2025
Program Ends: Aug 05, 2025
Program Category: One-Country
Program Fee: $5,280
Link 1: https://shadow.doctorsinitaly.com/program/veterinary-florence/
Contact Phone: 2075813437
Contact Name: Martina Conte
Contact Email: shadow@doctorsinitaly.com
What is Included: The program fee is $5,280. This fee covers housing accommodations, daily breakfast,
transportation, medical and travel insurance, on-site support, three planned excursions, and
support both before and after the program. However, it does not include lunches, five dinners
per week, plane tickets, or personal expenses such as souvenirs. As the departure date
approaches, participants will need to purchase plane tickets and coordinate airport pickup with
their program advisor.
Program Description

Embarking on the Florence program, you will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience, engaging with a wide variety of rescued animals and gaining valuable insights into their care and rehabilitation. At the heart of this journey is the Italian Horse Protection nestled in the picturesque Tuscan village of Montaione where you will fully immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of equine creatures. Ohana rescue will share the stories and treatments of its 220 farm animals while Oasi Lipu Massaciuccoli natural park and clinic will delve you into the world of migratory birds, wildlife first aid. Engaging in additional museum-related activities and participating in conservation projects will further enhance your comprehension of biodiversity and research.

Top choice for:
Farm animals
Horses and other equines
Animal sanctuaries
Animal behavior and inter-species interactions
Physical therapy and rehabilitation

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Capital: Rome
Per-capita GDP: $ 30900
Size: 301340 km2
Time Zone: (GMT + 01:00 hour) Brussels, Copenhagen, Madrid, Paris

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