Ján Deme, an eye doctor from Slovakia, discusses the challenges and successes of being a Roma in the medical field, emphasizing the importance of role models and community support for aspiring Roma professionals.

He highlights the need for systemic changes in the Roma community to foster more doctors, advocating for sustainable and effective solutions rather than just financial aid.

Deme shares his experiences in both Slovakia and the Czech Republic, noting the differences in healthcare systems and expressing a desire to contribute positively to his community while maintaining his professional identity.

• Rómsky lekár Ján DemeDostať sa z osady môže byť väčší výkon ako to, že ja som sa stal lekárom. In: Postoj. 28.06.2026. https://www.postoj.sk/196559/romsky-lekar-jan-deme-nechcem-byt-vynimocny-len-tym-ze-som-romsky-lekar-to-je-malo