General Practitioner (Huisarts) ➜
The GP, or ‘huisarts’, is your first contact for all medical questions and concerns. It is strongly recommended to register with a GP in your area as soon as you are settled.
Medical Specialists and Hospitals ➜
If your GP cannot diagnose or treat you, he may refer you to a medical specialist.
Dental care ➜
Dental care in the Netherlands is provided by university-level dentists that require registration in order to practice. They work at small or larger practices that often also employ assistants and dental hygienists. You are expected to…
Physical Therapy ➜
Whether you have visited a physiotherapist in the past or not, it might be helpful to learn how physiotherapists work and how you can access this particular type of healthcare while staying in the Netherlands.
Perinatal care ➜
There is a unique combination of midwives and gynaecologists for the support of an expectant mother. Midwives guide the healthy pregnancies and regular births. A gynaecologist steps in when complications arise, for example in case of…
Mental Healthcare ➜
Moving to a new country with your family for a challenge, a change of scene, and perhaps a new job, is exciting! However, adjusting to a foreign language, and a different culture takes longer, and is more wearing,…
Pharmacy and Drugstore ➜
A Pharmacy (Apotheek) supplies prescription medication and Drugstores or Chemists (Drogist, e.g. Etos or Kruidvat) sell over-the-counter medication, personal care products and much more. Many Pharmacies also offer personal care products, but often you’ll find them…
Finding a healthcare provider ➜
You need a referral Before you start looking for a healthcare provider, you should know, that in many cases you need a referral from a General practitioner (GP) as well as a valid Health insurance. If…