Dutch healthcare system

Dutch healthcare helps you stay healthy and get the right care quickly when needed. From your GP to the hospital, from medication at the pharmacy to specialised treatments, there is always support and advice available to guide you and your health.

A nurse is taking an elderly woman’s blood pressure in her own home.

Healthcare in the Netherlands

Do you have any questions about the Dutch healthcare system? On this page, you can find out how healthcare is organised in the Netherlands and what you can expect.

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When do you call the GP and GP clinic?

The GP centre is there for urgent care that cannot wait until the next day. For less urgent complaints, you can contact your own GP.

A GP examines a young patient’s ear with an otoscope.

The role of the GP in the Netherlands

In the Netherlands, your GP is the first point of contact if you have any questions about your health or illnesses. Your GP will assess your symptoms and determine what care is required.