Steinmeier visits MHB: Medical students in the focus of the future!

Steinmeier visits MHB: Medical students in the focus of the future!

On July 3, 2025, Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visited the Brandenburg Medical School (MHB) and the Ruppin-Brandenburg University Hospital. The visit was part of his “Local Time Germany” series, in which he explores different regions of the country. MHB President Prof. Hans-Uwe Simon and Chancellor Dr. Gerrit Fleige warmly welcomed him.

Steinmeier, who followed the founding of the MHB as a member of the Bundestag, spoke to medical students about their opportunities and prospects in Brandenburg. He was particularly interested in how students shape their future in the region and whether they would like to stay there after completing their studies. David Lenz, Chairman of the General Student Committee, emphasized the high probability that many students will stay in the region.

Insight into the training

A highlight of his visit was the MHB emergency day, in which Steinmeier actively took part. During a practical simulation, he supported medical students who had to resuscitate a patient with breathing difficulties. This practical training is part of the MHB model, which does not require a numerus clausus (NC) and places great value on the students' personal development.

Prof. Simon made it clear that qualities such as empathy, strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team are important for aspiring doctors. Dr. Fleige added that when selecting students, attention is also paid to their willingness to later work in rural regions. This is particularly relevant as the MHB contributes to combating the shortage of doctors in Brandenburg.

Admission requirements and study options

Medical training at the MHB is based on an integrated course of study that combines theory and practice. Students benefit from small groups and a broad network of clinics and teaching practices. Admission takes place via a multi-stage selection process that does not require a high school diploma but relies on various qualifications. The entire application process begins around five months before the deadline, and international applicants with appropriate German language skills are also eligible.

In the final years of their studies, students have the opportunity to study in various cities such as Neuruppin, Brandenburg an der Havel, Bernau near Berlin and Rüdersdorf. With a high completion and pass rate in the standard period of study and fair financing options, such as scholarships, the MHB positions itself as an attractive choice for future doctors.

Prospects for medical professions

The possibility of studying without NC is also particularly interesting, which is supported by the rural doctor quota. These offerings at the MHB represent an attractive study environment that offers numerous opportunities for future doctors. MHB graduates are in high demand in the region's hospitals, which is what Dr. Holger Stege, medical director at the University Hospital, confirmed.

Steinmeier praised the university's concept and the bond that many students build with the region. This is not only a win for education, but also for rural health care, which continues to need support and strong growth.

Overall, Steinmeier's visit shows that the MHB is not just a training facility, but also an important building block in Brandenburg's health policy landscape.

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