What is it like to be a doctor in a war zone?
Saving lives on the front lines
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Being a doctor is already a highly demanding profession, but add an armed conflict to the job description, and you have one of the most challenging jobs on Earth. Many people choose the path of medicine to help others and make a difference, and many go a step further by putting themselves on the (front)line. But what rules do these medical professionals have to follow in war zones? What are their main concerns and challenges?
In this gallery, discover what it's like to be a doctor in a war zone. Click on.
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