Young South Korean Doctors Stand Firm Against Back-to-Work Directives despite Population Aging Challenges

Thursday, 29 February 2024, 19:13

South Korean doctors are at odds with the government's plan to increase their numbers in response to the fast-aging population. Many doctors are refusing to comply with the proposal, citing concerns over the quality of education and readiness of universities to accommodate the surge in new students.

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South Korean Doctors and Population Aging

Amid government plans to boost the number of doctors in South Korea to address the country's aging population, many young doctors are resisting back-to-work orders. The authorities aim to add up to 10,000 new doctors by 2035, but concerns over the capacity of universities to provide quality education have led to opposition.

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