White coat Ceremony

The White Coat Ceremony for the Medical University of Gdańsk’s Class of 2028, held on November 14th, 2025, was a truly memorable occasion. Now in its third year, the ceremony once again brought together students from both the English and Polish divisions—highlighting the shared purpose and cooperation that define the beginning of their clinical training.

This celebration came to life through the dedication of many individuals. With the enthusiastic direction of AMSA President Garett Howey and Founder Alejandra Vivas, and the hard work of our organizing team — Aarya Kudtarkar, Abdullah Shuab, Agata Ponikowska, Aleksandra Oppman-Ward, Azzam Sanib, Daniella Ibikunle, Fabian Pietraniuk, Ibrahim Khalil, Janvi Chandalia, Livf Towfiqi, Marta Ogrodzińska, Michał Gościniak, Oliwia Wojdyło, Ritu Chhabria, Vyom Dixit, and Zuzanna Kuśmierz — as well as the meaningful support of Vice-Rector for Student Affairs Prof. Aleksandra Gaworska-Krzemińska, Dean Prof. Dr. hab. Maria Bieniaszewska, Vice Dean Dr. hab. Tomasz Marjański, and Chancellor Prof. Dr. hab. Jacek Bigda, the event became a heartfelt and uplifting tribute to our future physicians.

We are sincerely grateful to our sponsors — AMBOSS, Medhoodie, Vena, Hilton, IRO, LEPoLEK, Kangoomed, Więcej niż LEK, Biblioteka Główna GUMED, and Medycyna Praktyczna — whose generosity added so much to the celebration. The beautiful floral arrangements from Kwiaciarnia nr 9 and the exceptional catering by Restauracja Kreska further enriched the atmosphere. Our warmest thanks also go to the families who joined us; your encouragement and support give this milestone its deeper meaning.

As we look back on the ceremony, we celebrate the commitment, enthusiasm, and promise shown by our students. May this moment mark the beginning of an inspiring and fulfilling chapter in their medical careers.

Photo download links can be found below.

The White Coat Ceremony for Gdansk Medical University’s Class of 2027, held on October 25th, 2024, was a truly remarkable event! This historic occasion marked our university’s second White Coat Ceremony and the first to unite both English and Polish departments—a milestone of collaboration as students transition into the clinical phase of their medical journey.

The success of this day was made possible by the enthusiastic efforts of many. With the inspiring leadership of AMSA President Alejandra Vivas and VP Ritu Chhabria, and dedicated support from committee members—Aleksandra Oppmann, Amelia Banaszak, Mariana Senda, Agata Libik, Wiktoria Szałucka, Ewa Folleher, Julia Stelmach, Garett Howey, Azzam Sanib, Abhishek Singla, and our wonderful student volunteers—alongside the invaluable contributions of Dean Dr. Habil. Prof. Maria Bieniaszewska, Vice Dean Dr. Habil. Tomasz Marjański, and Chancellor Prof. Jacek Bigda, the event became an inspiring and memorable celebration.

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors—IRO, AMBOSS, AMSA National, Red Bull, UWorld, and MedHoodie—whose generous support added so much to this unforgettable day. We also extend our warmest thanks to the families of our students for their encouragement, support, and presence, which made this milestone even more meaningful.

Relive the unity, joy, and spirit of this special day as we cherish the memories and celebrate our students. Together, we have set a promising path for these aspiring medical professionals as they step forward into an exciting future!

Please see the links below to download your pictures from our event.

Celebrating Together: Gdansk Medical University's White Coat Ceremony

Welcome to our official page dedicated to the celebration of Gdansk Medical University's inaugural White Coat Ceremony, a momentous event that unfolded on October 14th. This ceremony marked a significant transition for our students as they moved from non-clinical to clinical training, a journey symbolized by the symbolic donning of their white coats.

The success of this event was made possible through the collaborative efforts of several key individuals. Guided by the visionary leadership of AMSA president Alejandra Vivas and supported by our dedicated committee members - Ritu Chhabria, Irene Kotwa, Harshita Kaushik, Abhishek Singla, Kanak Ohylan, Jerome Joseph, Reuel Thomas, and Abi Kimber - along with the indispensable contributions from Vice Rector Dr. Tomasz Smiatacz, Dean Prof. Radosław Owczuk, Vice Dean Prof. Paweł Zagożdżon, Vice Dean Kamil Chwojnicki, and Chancellor Prof. Jacek Bigda, the ceremony became a resounding success.

During this memorable event, our esteemed faculty members delivered inspiring speeches, our student band filled the air with melodious tunes, and our students proudly received their white coats, marking their entry into the clinical phase of their education. 

We extend our sincere gratitude to our sponsors - IRO, Amboss, AMSA National, Red Bull, and the Reproductive Health Project - whose generous support played a pivotal role in making this day unforgettable.

As you explore this page, we invite you to relive the spirit of unity, dedication, and collaboration that defined this ceremony. To cherish the moments, you can download the pictures of the event through the link below. Together, we have set the stage for a promising future for these aspiring medical professionals. Here's to the exciting journey ahead!