Saxony recruits 19 new doctors from Hungarian medical program

Saxony is intensifying its strategy to address a shortage of general practitioners by welcoming 19 additional graduates from a specialized medical program in Hungary. These newly qualified doctors have successfully completed their studies with exceptional results and are now commencing their specialist training within Saxony.

The initiative, established in 2013, targets the critical need for medical professionals in rural regions of the state. The program offers financial support for tuition fees to students who meet specific academic criteria, including an Abitur grade of 2.6 or better, for a German-language human medicine course at the University of Pécs.

In return for this sponsorship, graduates commit to practicing as general practitioners in underserved rural areas after completing their studies and specialist training. This commitment specifically excludes the major cities of Leipzig, Dresden, Markkleeberg, and Radebeul.

Health Minister Petra Köpping described the program as a "success story." Currently, 178 aspiring doctors are in the study phase of this project, with another 65 undergoing specialist training. Eight graduates have already established themselves as practicing specialists, contributing to the state's healthcare system.

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The program is a success story.