Over 200 foreign doctors lose their right to practice in Poland
The Ministry of Health has decided to revoke the right to practice for 208 doctors from outside the European Union. The reason for this decision is the failure to complete the formalities related to confirming proficiency in the Polish language within the required timeframe.
According to current regulations, doctors from non-EU countries who have received permission to work in Poland under a simplified procedure have a specific period to document their language proficiency. Knowledge of the Polish language is essential to ensure patient safety and to enable doctors to communicate freely in medical facilities.
The Ministry of Health emphasizes that this requirement is crucial for the quality of healthcare in the country. Individuals who did not provide the appropriate certificates within the designated time have lost the ability to legally see patients in Polish hospitals and clinics.
This situation may affect the availability of medical personnel in some facilities that relied on the assistance of specialists from outside the European Union. However, authorities assure that the priority remains the adherence to legal standards and ensuring effective communication between doctor and patient.
Those who have lost their credentials may reapply for the right to practice if they complete the required documents and confirm their language competencies. Analyses are currently underway regarding the impact of this decision on the functioning of the healthcare system in Poland.