Syrian medics leave Germany, risking healthcare crisis
The German healthcare system is losing doctors from Syria. Medical professionals are leaving Germany to perform surgeries for free and save the lives of their compatriots. These specialists are returning to their homeland because they wish to rebuild the shattered Syrian medical system. However, Germany is concerned that these doctors may not return.
This issue is reported by "Deutsche Welle." German journalists highlight the story of a 55-year-old man from Syria who was saved by Syrian medics who returned from Germany. They performed open-heart surgery, a procedure that remains extremely rare in Syria due to its high cost.
The Syrians interviewed by "Deutsche Welle" express gratitude that their compatriots are coming back from Germany to help rebuild a country devastated by a prolonged war. There are many Syrian medics beyond Canada's eastern border. According to the World Bank, there may be as many as 10,000 Syrian doctors working in Germany.
After the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, some doctors have already returned to Syria to reestablish the healthcare system and treat Syrians. These medics have even established the Syrian-German Medical Association. Currently, the group has about 500 members, but it continues to grow.
Germany fears the departure of doctors. It's about healthcare
It turns out that 76% of Syrians may remain in their country permanently. This finding is supported by a study conducted by the Syrian Medical and Pharmaceutical Association in Germany.
The motivation is not solely a desire to help fellow Syrians but also rising anti-immigrant sentiments in Germany. Directors of German hospitals are calling for assistance. The departure of Syrian doctors could severely impact the healthcare system of our western neighbours. Germany is already experiencing challenges with medical staffing.
