Finding balance: Jan Seeman's journey from Germany to Haugesund
Meet Jan Seeman, the head of the ophthalmology department at Helse Fonna in Haugesund.
Published 2/18/2026
Last updated 2/19/2026
Jan moved Norway almost 20 years ago in search of a better work-life balance.
Haugesund
During the week, he works at Haugesund Hospital – located on the southwest coast of Norway.
Haugesund Hospital is one of four hospitals in Helse Fonna that provides specialized health care services to people living in Sunnhordland, Indre Hardanger, and Northern Rogaland.
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Close to nature
On weekends, he often takes advantage of the short 1-2 hour drive to the mountains to go skiing, climbing, hiking, or kayaking.
(Photo: Jan Seeman)
Being a keen outdoorsman, he has found it easy to combine his job as a doctor with his love of hiking, mountaineering and other outdoor activities. And with the mountains right at his doorstep, every day offers new opportunities for adventure.
A region with possibilities
Jan Seeman might be more advenurous than most, but in our region you are never far from great outdoor experiences.
(Photo: Jan Seeman)
I can truly say that if you want to combine work, family life, and your hobbies, you should come to Haugesund – you should come to Norway and to Helse Fonna.
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