German media: Syrian doctor saves lives in Saxony – but plans to leave Germany

Publication date: 2026-02-16

 

  • A report by Arte highlighted Syrian doctor Mohammad Schorbaji, working as an internist at Freiberg hospital in Saxony.

  • He arrived in Germany in 2015, had his degree recognized, and now works long hours with demanding shifts.

  • Despite Germany’s urgent need for doctors, he plans to return to Syria after completing his training as a senior physician (Oberarzt).

  • His German wife, who converted to Islam, spoke about racist insults she and their children faced in eastern Germany.

  • The report noted that around 50,000 migrant doctors currently support Germany’s healthcare system, and losing them could worsen shortages.

Sources – Agencies

 


A report by Arte highlighted Syrian doctor Mohammad Schorbaji, working as an internist at Freiberg hospital in Saxony.


He arrived in Germany in 2015, had his degree recognized, and now works long hours with demanding shifts.


Despite Germany’s urgent need for doctors, he plans to return to Syria after completing his training as a senior physician (Oberarzt).


His German wife, who converted to Islam, spoke about racist insults she and their children faced in eastern...

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