More than 1,000 young specialists came to work in medical institutions of the capital in 2026

The solemn celebration of young specialists of the capital’s health institutions “Dedication to the profession” was held in the MAZ House of Culture on September 29, the correspondent of the Minsk-Novosti agency reports.

The event, organized by the Health Committee of the Minsk City Executive Committee and the Minsk City Organization of the Belarusian Trade Union of Health Workers, brought together those who are just starting their way in medicine and those whose experience is a reliable support for beginners.

In 2026, more than a thousand young specialists came to health care institutions in Minsk. At the holiday gathered not only beginner doctors, but also pharmacists, as well as specialists with secondary medical and pharmaceutical education. For them, this evening was the first great acquaintance with the professional community of the capital – with its traditions, values and people to be equal to.

A young specialist Adelina Usevich works as a general practitioner in the 21st central district polyclinic of the Factory District. This is where the girl was interning.

- I still really liked the team, the atmosphere, said A. Usevich. - It's family. In the first month of my career, it was difficult to get into the work process. Fortunately, senior colleagues were always ready to help. I feel a lot better now. I love my specialty, the most important thing is humanity, competence and individual approach. By the way, I graduated from the Vitebsk State Order of Friendship of Peoples Medical University. And I'm the first doctor in my family. Her family is proud, especially her grandmother, who wanted to go to medicine.

The first steps in the profession were congratulated by the Chairman of the Health Committee of the Minsk City Executive Committee Yuri Gorbich:

- Each of you chose not a profession, but a way of life. And in the first few months (August, September) you got a sense of what it means to be a doctor. It is worth noting that the health care of the capital is the best in the country. And to be a part of this huge team is a great honor and responsibility!

Chairman of the Minsk City Organization of the Belarusian Trade Union of Health Workers Georgy Budrevych addressed his colleagues with best wishes:

- Today we welcome to the family of metropolitan doctors who are just beginning their journey. You are our pillar and our future. Our institutions have created conditions for growth and confident work, and experienced mentors will become a reliable support on your path. You have chosen a noble profession and you will succeed, because you are not alone: now you are part of a large family where everyone is valued. Don’t lose the spark you came into the profession with. Welcome back!

The heads of medical institutions and chairmen of primary trade union organizations joined the congratulations. Their words became a kind of parting message for young specialists: about the importance of profession, responsibility to the patient and the strength of a united team.

An important part of the evening was the award ceremony for those who invest in the training of new personnel. The badge “For merits ‐ ravizti galinovaga prafsayuz” was marked by the head of the dental department and the chairman of the primary trade union organization of the 5th city clinical clinic, dentist Natalia Kedich.

Six specialists were awarded the award “Best mentor”. Among them are the chief nurses, heads of medical institutions and chairmen of the first-time trade union, who daily pass on knowledge and support young colleagues. Among the awardees are Valentina Bordilovskaya, Tatiana Zyryanova, Ekaterina Kovalevich, Irina Kononovich, Natalia Mikulenok and Natalia Postoyalko.

Certificates of the Health Committee of the Minsk City Executive Committee, the Minsk City Association of Trade Unions and the Minsk City Organization of the Belarusian Trade Union of Health Workers were also presented.

Unusual and memorable was the format of the evening - radio "Doctor FM" at a frequency of 103.3. Congratulations and music were aired, and the Presidential Orchestra of Belarus performed on stage. A bright touch was an unusual "weather forecast" from Dmitry Ryabov. He read it specifically for young doctors. The concert program was especially warmed by the performances of a vocal group of health workers. Musical numbers were performed by surgeon Denis Krupen, radiologist-endovascular surgeon Evgeny Kruchenok, head of the ophthalmological department of Catherine the Good and paramedic Pauline Pirog.

The final song “People in White Coats” was performed by all participants of the concert.

Photo by Sergei Pozga and author