Swiss Army Medic Svenja Dieckmann Advances Toward Lieutenant Rank

Svenja Dieckmann, 21, originally planned to study medicine before a first‑aid youth camp in summer 2024 sparked her interest in the Swiss Army’s medical service. She joined the Sanität branch, completed recruit training in 2025 and now serves as a Wachtmeister while attending the officer school, aiming for a lieutenant commission.

In the podcast #IchBinDabei she describes the leadership responsibilities, mental challenges and camaraderie of her role, noting the importance of teamwork, triage work and mentorship from senior female officers. Dieckmann highlights how the army provides a demanding learning environment that complements her medical aspirations.