Portugal, a machine for producing doctors. But for what?

Portugal has opened 2,338 positions for medical internships, despite already having a high density of doctors per capita. The country faces challenges in planning future medical needs, particularly in balancing the training of doctors versus nurses. While the production of doctors is high, questions arise about the effective utilization of existing medical professionals and the quality of training provided. Administrative burdens on doctors detract from patient care, suggesting a need for better organization rather than simply increasing workforce numbers. Additionally, the quality of training is at risk as the number of available internships grows faster than the opportunities for practical experience. This raises concerns about whether the current system can adequately prepare new doctors for the demands of the healthcare system.