Webinar: Doctors Going To Sweden

Doctors Going To Sweden is a series of webinars covering topics related to working in Sweden as a healthcare professional. You can access recorded sessions from our previous webinars, and we also regularly announce upcoming events.

If you’re waiting for the next webinar, simply scroll down for details and the registration/join link. Be sure to check which part of the series (e.g. “| Part 1 |”) the announcement refers to.

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Doctors Going to Sweden | Part 1 |

What will you learn?

Are you a doctor looking to start a medical career in Sweden? Join our comprehensive webinar to learn all the essential steps and requirements to begin working as a doctor in Sweden.

Key Topics:

  1. Medical Career in Sweden
    • Understanding the Swedish healthcare system and opportunities for doctors.
  2. Basic Qualifications
    • Language: Proficiency requirements in Swedish.
    • Education/Country: Recognized medical degrees and institutions.
    • Basic Documents: Necessary paperwork to get started.
  3. Pathway to Legitimation
    • EU-Educated: Steps for doctors educated within the EU.
      • AT (Allmäntjänstgöring)
      • BT (Bastjänstgöring)
    • Non-EU Educated: Steps for doctors educated outside the EU.
      • Kunskapsprovet (Knowledge test)
      • AT (Allmäntjänstgöring)
  4. How to Find a Job
    • Qualifications: Essential skills and certifications.
    • CV: Crafting an effective curriculum vitae.
    • Personal Letter: Writing a compelling personal letter.
    • Merits: Highlighting your achievements and experiences.
  5. Relocation
    • Visa: Understanding visa requirements and processes.
    • Registrations: Necessary registrations for medical practice.
    • Personnummer/Samordningsnummer: Obtaining your personal identity or coordination number.
  6. Work as a Doctor
    • Journal System: Using the medical record system in Sweden.
    • Reporting and Contact: Communication and reporting protocols.
    • Administrative and Routines: Understanding the administrative tasks and routines.
  7. Personal Experiences
    • My Personal Experience So Far: Insights from a practicing doctor.
    • Rami Karkout: Experiences shared by Dr. Rami Karkout.
    • Other Colleagues: Stories from other colleagues working in Sweden.

Join us for this informative session and take the first step towards a fulfilling medical career in Sweden. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from experts and get all your questions answered!

The webinar is free of charge for everyone. If you are a member of our “Swedish Conversation Club”, and get emails from us, then you don’t need to register. If you are not a member (it’s free ) you can register here

Watch the Doctors Going to Sweden | Part 1 |

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Doctors Going to Sweden | Part 2 |

Watch the Doctors Going to Sweden | Part 2 |

Doctors Going to Sweden | Part 3 |

What will you learn?

Are you a specialist physician trained outside the EU/EES and dreaming of working in Sweden? Join our free webinar to learn how Med3Comp, an EU-funded initiative by Region Dalarna, can support you in completing the required practical service and building your medical career in Sweden.


💡 What is Med3Comp?

Med3Comp helps specialist doctors educated outside the EU/EES validate their qualifications by offering:

  • Six months of practical service (praktisk tjänstgöring) in a clinical setting within Region Dalarna

  • Language support to strengthen your medical Swedish (if needed)

  • Integration support including civic orientation and help with practical matters (work permits, housing, schools)

  • A chance to contribute to healthcare in a region known for its high quality of life, rich culture, and beautiful nature


🎯 Who should attend?

  • Specialist physicians educated outside the EU/EES

  • Those who have received a decision from Socialstyrelsen requiring practical service

  • Those with at least Swedish B2 language proficiency


📌 What will you learn?

  • How the Med3Comp project works and what’s expected from participants

  • The benefits of joining — from professional growth to life in Region Dalarna

  • Application tips and requirements

  • First-hand insights into living and working in Dalarna


📅 Webinar details

🗓️ Date: 9th of July
⏰ Time: 12:00 Swedish time
📍 Location: Online

Watch the Doctors Going to Sweden | Part 3 |

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