Physician Migration from Turkey to Germany Today and A Glimpse into the Future

Conclusion 

There is no doubt that the migration of highly skilled workers will continue to be at the forefront of public and academic debates. The emigration of medical doctors attracts even more attention due to the fear of residents in Turkey that they will not be able to access adequate healthcare if the current trend continues. Hence, a glimpse into the future of physician migration may guide policymakers in Turkey to take necessary measures to retain doctors—the absence of which might significantly impact the general public. Simultaneously, these projections may also be helpful for policymakers in Germany to prepare for increased physician immigration and to further improve immigrants’ working and living conditions.