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96% of Post-Intern Doctors Apply for Placements by Deadline
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96% of Post-Intern Doctors Apply for Placements by Deadline

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Update #2\u00b7 Apr 4 · 3:00 PM

The Ministry of Health confirmed that 435 out of 453 doctors who completed their internships, representing 96%, applied for post-internship placements. The application deadline officially closed on April 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon). Placements will be made based on applicants' merit lists and preferences, utilizing a transparent and scientific method to address medical needs across the island. The Ministry is expected to announce the list of selected applicants, their assigned workplaces, and reporting dates soon.

The Ministry of Health has announced that 96% of eligible doctors have successfully applied for post-intern medical appointments. A total of 435 out of 453 doctors who completed their internship training submitted their applications before the deadline of 12:00 PM on April 4, 2026. The application process, managed by the Ministry, concluded as scheduled. Future assignments of these medical officers to new hospitals and health institutions will be determined based on their application details and merit list rankings. The Ministry emphasized that these placements will be conducted under a transparent and scientific methodology, aiming to address medical requirements across the island.

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