As part of the Syrian-German Hospital Twinning Project
Initial Delegation Period: July 15 – August 15, 2025
As part of our efforts to support the sustainability of Syria’s healthcare system, the Wiederaufbaukanäle Syrien (Reconstruction Channels for Syria) initiative, in coordination with local and international partners, is inviting doctors to volunteer for a medical exploratory delegation to Syria. This marks the first step in launching a long-term Syrian-German hospital twinning project, supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
The hospital twinning project is a strategic initiative aiming to establish institutional and sustainable health partnerships between hospitals in Syria and Germany. It enables international collaboration in medical training, hospital management, and health research.
Delegation Objectives
- Visit hospitals and health centers across several Syrian provinces to assess the medical and service landscape.
- Identify equipment and medical supply needs.
- Observe clinical workflows to detect and help prevent medical errors.
- Evaluate logistical and operational conditions for staff and healthcare infrastructure.
- Participate in medical procedures and treatments within existing specialties to assess healthcare quality firsthand.
- Provide analysis and advisory recommendations to improve care delivery and operational systems.
- Produce daily reports for the Wiederaufbaukanäle Syrien initiative and BMZ.
Why Participate?
- Contribute to building long-term, sustainable medical partnerships between Syria and Germany.
- Deliver your expertise where it’s most needed.
- Grow professionally in an international and humanitarian setting.
- Make a tangible difference for patients and medical professionals in Syria.
Logistical Details
- All travel and accommodation costs will be covered by supporting partners.
- Doctors from all specialties are welcome, depending on hospital needs
Learn more about our partners
BMZ Klinikpartnerschaften: https://klinikpartnerschaften.de
Frequently Asked Questions
Will travel expenses be covered?
Travel costs to Syria will be covered through the German-Syrian Partnerships Program, so invoices must be kept.
How will transportation within Syria be handled?
Our transportation within Syria will be free of charge through local partners who provide distribution and transportation services.
Will medical supplies be provided?
We cannot yet determine the amount of supplies that will be provided. We are working to identify the specialties, distribution areas, and work zones, and we are racing against time to secure them.
What about accommodation?
Accommodation will be arranged for those who wish to obtain it through coordination with health directorates or partner civil society organizations.
Is there financial support for the mission?
Yes, a compensation for efforts will be provided by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development through the German-Syrian Hospital Partnerships project.
Will there be support for future missions?
Yes, we plan to sustain financial support for the missions and cover travel expenses.
How will target populations be informed?
The announcement of the target groups will be made through the channels and networks of the directorates or the structures in which we will be working.
Will ambulances be needed?
We do not need ambulances because the missions are planned to operate internally. If emergency personnel are available, they will be integrated into the existing emergency teams.
