Healthcare in Amsterdam

With a healthcare system consistently ranked among the best globally, you will find top-notch facilities and medical professionals at the top of their game in Amsterdam.

If you live in the Netherlands, you’re required to have medical insurance from a private health insurance company. Dutch insurers are required by law to provide a full set of basic benefits, ensuring essential healthcare coverage. You also have the option to take out additional health insurance to cover services like dental care, physiotherapy, or alternative medicine.

If you’re an EU citizen, you can use your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for medically necessary state healthcare during a short-term visit. UK citizens can now use the Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), which replaced the EHIC post-Brexit. Keep in mind that the GHIC excludes coverage in countries like Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway, which were previously covered by the EHIC.

Pharmacies (apotheken) are widely available in Amsterdam and are typically open Monday through Friday, with some offering extended hours on Saturdays or during the evening. Many pharmacies now operate 24/7 or provide online prescription delivery services, making getting the medication you need easier than ever. Notices on pharmacy doors often provide details about the nearest all-night or Sunday pharmacies, ensuring you always have access to essential medications.

Dutch pharmacies stock a wide range of over-the-counter medicines, although some drugs that are freely available in other countries may require a prescription here. Be sure to check regulations if you’re bringing prescribed medications into the Netherlands, especially for controlled substances, as you might need additional documentation or certificates.

Read more: Healthcare and Medical Insurance in the Netherlands

Here are some of the most prominent hospitals in Amsterdam.

Hospitals in Amsterdam

Acibadem International Medical Center

Website: www.acibademimc.com
Address: Arlandaweg 100, 1043 HP Amsterdam

Amsterdam Tourist Doctors

Website: www.amsterdamtouristdoctors.nl
Address: Nieuwe Passeerdersstraat 8, 1016 XP Amsterdam

Amsterdam UMC

Website: www.vumc.nl
Address: De Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV Amsterdam

OLVG

Website: www.olvg.nl
Address: Oosterpark 9, 1091 AC Amsterdam