A Polish gynaecologist working in the Swedish city of Malmoe has been awarded the title of the best doctor in Sweden.

It is the second time that Dr Adam Szelag has been honoured by his Swedish patients, following a similar accolade he received in 2010.

The competition is organised annually by the largest Swedish portal for patients Doctorsguiden.se, with the ranking based on the opinions of patients.

Dr.Szelag , pleased with the honour, underlines that it is an appreciation not only for his work, but also an expression of warm feeling towards all Poles.

The Polish doctor also expressed the hope that the fact that his work is appreciated in Sweden, will help improve the image of the Polish health service, which has been very sharply criticised by Swedish media following two unsuccessful surgeries conducted in Poland on Swedish citizens.

Dr.Szelag has lived in Sweden since 1987, and works in a private clinic where the costs of treatment are reimbursed from public funds. He has over 10,000 patients under his care; 500 are Poles. (ab/jb)

Source: IAR