Doctor on the street

“Homeless stories move you for life”

Maria Baumgartner provides medical care for homeless people at the emergency shelter in Linz. Charly received a bandage for his elbow, among other things.(Bild: Horst Einöder/Flashpictures)

She helps where others look away: Maria Baumgartner, a school doctor in Linz, looks after the poorest in her part-time job. In an interview with her, she explains how street life works, describes why homeless people often end up on the streets and talks about her experiences with prison inmates.

Maria Baumgartner (53) is a school doctor at Borg Linz. But she also has a much more exciting side job. She has been working with the B37 social association in Linz for 14 years. She looks after the homeless and also helps addicts. She was a doctor at Asten prison for six years and continues to work there as a musician.