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Working as a German Doctor

As a trained doctor, you can become involved in one of our projects either by going out on a short mission lasting six weeks, or by working for us over a longer term. There is definitely point in the short missions, because doctors are constantly needed in our programmes on health care and preventive medicine. At the project location, you live and work hand in hand with local nurses and health workers, so your work is brought in line with the patients' own local culture, language and religion.

Help us by working for us!

Requirements:

At least 18 months professional experience
No pay
You donate at least half the airfare
Maximum age for going on your first mission: 70
Maximum age for going on further missions: 74
Command of English

Interested? Then request further information by contacting us!

MEDBOX - online library for humanitarian aid

MEDBOX assembles relevant documents and guidelines for emergency humanitarian aid on a homepage. During the mission, aid workers can quickly get needed information and optimize their work.

Request further information by contacting us!

Carola Walter from German Doctors will be pleased to help you:

+49-228-387597-12

0228-387597-72

einsatzplanung@german-doctors.de

Questions and answers

Is it possible to apply for a specific project?

Yes. However, if you show an interest in several different projects or in our whole programme, this increases the chances of us being able to offer dates to fit you.

Which illnesses are mainly treated?

German Doctors provides general medical care for people who cannot afford to see a doctor. We put a special focus on combatting tuberculosis, AIDS and malnutrition.

What are German Doctors’ criteria for providing treatment?

We only assume the treatment costs for patients who do not have the means to pay for a doctor or for the treatment they need. Diagnostics may only be ordered provided we can pay for the therapeutic measures required in consequence.

How am I insured during a mission?

On request, German Doctors will insure your trip with the occupational insurance association. As a rule, this will cover all the risks a mission might involve, including travel and incidents en route. However, accidents and sickness on non-workdays and illnesses not related to your actual work are excluded (examples: a heart attack while at work is not covered; malaria or HIV contracted during work is covered; an accident during a weekend off is not covered).

Can I take my family/partner when I go on a mission?

No, because we encourage the doctors to form groups among themselves. Unless of course both work as doctors on a project. It often happens though that partners go out to the project location before or after the mission for a holiday together. Of course, you can take the opportunity to visit the project then as well.