Suche
Mein Konto
Passionate country doctor: 34 years for health in Großweitzschen
The country doctor Kerstin Hübner in Großweitzschen has been relying on personal healthcare and innovative approaches for 34 years.
Passionate country doctor: 34 years for health in Großweitzschen
In Großweitzschen, a small town that could often disappear into the quiet rural idyll, the commitment of country doctor Kerstin Hübner shines like a ray of light in health care. She has been the heart of this area for 34 years and brings not only medical expertise, but also a great deal of humanity to her practice. Hübner, 63 years old, took the courageous step into self-employment 34 years ago, and even in times when the healthcare system faced major challenges, she never regretted her dream. Sächsische.de reports that she opened her own practice in the basement of her family home in 1991. A daring pioneering spirit that is now more in demand than ever in many rural regions!
Their approach of treating patients not only through medication but also through “reading medicine” in the form of books demonstrates a clever approach to healthcare. This form of “healing” goes far beyond the physical and addresses the holistic well-being of her patients. It goes without saying that Hübner will continue her practice for as long as her health allows.
Challenges in rural regions
Across Germany, rural doctors like Hübner face special challenges that are particularly pronounced in rural areas. According to information from the Federal Agency for Civic Education Medical and nursing care is a cornerstone of public services, but in rural regions there are often significantly fewer health institutions. This leads to longer journeys for patients, which is a major problem, especially for older people.
The lack of specialized care offerings and the high burden of illness among the older population often make holistic care a challenge. It is not unusual for pediatricians to be rare in small towns and the family doctor is often the only medical contact. There is a lot to be said for the innovative care that Hübner provides through her long-term practices.
A model for the future?
This makes Hübner's commitment all the more remarkable: her personal commitment not only helps her patients, but could also serve as a role model for young doctors. Innovative concepts such as telemedicine or mobile healthcare providers could help improve medical care in rural areas. Hübner may not have fleshed out this idea yet, but her approach is certainly a step in that direction.
How far these ideas can be implemented remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: As long as creative minds like Kerstin Hübner, who not only act cleverly but also act thoughtfully and humanely, are active in healthcare, the light will not go out in the rural medical landscape.