Dr Mohamed Amr

Dr. Mohamed Amr, co-founder of the Palestinian Australian New Zealand Medical Association, shares his insights on the humanitarian effort to provide free surgeries for Palestinians in Australia. He discusses the urgent healthcare needs of refugees, emphasizing the gap left by government support. The conversation reveals inspiring stories of recovery amidst trauma and the challenges of navigating compassion fatigue in the healthcare system. Dr. Amr highlights the contrast between support for different refugee groups, shedding light on systemic injustices that affect the most vulnerable.

Dr. Mohamed Amr, co-founder of the Palestinian Australian New Zealand Medical Association, sheds light on the incredible efforts of Australian doctors providing free medical care to Palestinians fleeing Gaza. He discusses the severe healthcare barriers these refugees face due to restrictive visas that deny access to basic services. Amr shares poignant stories of surgeries performed on those with devastating injuries and emphasizes the urgent need for government support and a fairer healthcare response, highlighting the stark contrast with assistance given to Ukrainian refugees.