Table 1 Pull factors for international medical graduates (IMGs) and number of accepted asylum seekers in 2012
From: Aspects of medical migration with particular reference to the United Kingdom and the Netherlands
Pull factors for IMGs | United Kingdom | Netherlands |
|---|---|---|
Long-lasting history of medical migration | yes | no |
Same language as in country of origin | yes | no |
Quick assessment procedure | yes, since 1975 | yes, since 2005 |
Medical schools experienced in additional training of IMGs | yes | no |
After medical study: working permit necessary for non-EEA doctors | yes, since 2006 | yes, unless permanent visa |
After medical study: possibilities for consultant training position | yes; until 2006 | yes, but only for locally trained IMGs |
Medical staff in hospitals is international | yes | no |
Health care is dependent on IMGs | yes | no |
Better remuneration than in country of origin | yes | yes |
Primary reason to migrate: further medical education | yes | no |
Number of accepted asylum seekers in 2012 | 14,570 | 5,920 |