Deutsche Krankenhausgesellschaft

The Deutsche Krankenhausgesellschaft (DKG), or German Hospital Federation, is a national organization representing the interests of hospitals in Germany. It advocates for hospitals' needs and plays a role in shaping healthcare policy. The DKG is currently newsworthy due to its strong criticism of proposed plans to encourage the return of Syrian refugees from Germany. Specifically, the DKG has highlighted the significant contribution of Syrian doctors to the German healthcare system, noting that they constitute the largest group of foreign doctors. The organization argues that the departure of a substantial number of Syrian doctors, and potentially other Syrian workers in healthcare, would negatively impact the provision of medical services, particularly in rural areas and in sectors already facing labor shortages. This stance reflects the DKG's concern for maintaining adequate staffing levels and ensuring the continued functioning of German hospitals.