From Iraq to Belarus: A Dentist’s Decade of Building a New Life
Nour Kadhim has spent the last decade building her life in Belarus as a dentist. Originally from Iraq, she now calls Minsk home and has no plans to return to her native country or the Emirates. Her journey has been marked by professional growth, cultural adaptation, and a deep connection to the local community.
Kadhim first arrived in Belarus to study at the Belarusian State Medical University, graduating in 2020. After completing her residency, she was assigned to work in Maryina Horka, a small town outside Minsk. Despite starting as a general dentist in a public clinic, she now specialises in root canal treatments and has a fully booked schedule until February.
Her early days in Belarus were not without challenges. One patient initially refused treatment after seeing her, citing stereotypes and racism. Yet Kadhim persevered, even learning Belarusian from her elderly patients. Over time, she embraced the culture, including its cuisine, and now cooks traditional dishes at home. Daily life involves a long commute from Minsk to Maryina Horka by public transport. Though she sees her parents only once a year, she has built a life in Belarus that she prefers over her previous homes. Beyond her career, Kadhim holds a personal dream: to find her soulmate among Belarusians and start a family.
Kadhim’s story reflects a decade of dedication to her profession and adoption of Belarusian life. Her expertise in dentistry keeps her in high demand, while her cultural integration extends from language to food. Now, she looks ahead to the possibility of building a family in the country she has grown to love.
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