# Vienna General Hospital Faces 200 Doctor Cuts

October 13, 2026 at 09:31 AM

> The Medical University of Vienna warns that proposed budget reductions could lead to the loss of 200 full-time medical positions at AKH.

The [Medical University of Vienna](<https://austriareport.com/entity/medical-university-of-vienna-q700731>) and the **Vienna Chamber of Physicians** warn that the [Vienna General Hospital](<https://austriareport.com/entity/vienna-general-hospital-q180080>) (AKH) faces a potential loss of 200 full-time medical positions. These cuts stem from proposed budget reductions for public universities through 2030.

A budget of 15.5 billion Euro is under discussion for 2028-2030, down from the current 16.5 billion. The University Conference requested 18 billion to offset inflation. The Medical University provides all 1,700 doctors for the world's 20th-ranked hospital.

With 85 percent of the university's budget tied to medical staff, Rector [Markus Müller](<https://austriareport.com/entity/markus-muller-physician-q1334898>) and Chamber President **Johannes Steinhart** warn of severe impacts. Officials now call for a summit between the Ministry of Science, the city, and medical representatives.


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