What are the opening hours of the emergency GP office?
Monday to Thursday: from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. the next day On weekends: from Friday 5:00 p.m. to Monday 8:00 a.m. On public holidays: from 08:00 to 08:00 the day after
Why do I have to call first and can’t I go to the emergency GP office without an appointment?
The emergency GP office only provides emergency care. That is why the triage nurse will ask you a number of questions about your urgent health issue. After that, the triage nurse will decide what help you need, and how quickly it should be done. It is possible that a triage nurse will discuss this with […]
Will I get the GP on the phone when I call?
No. The phone is answered by a triagist. He or she will ask you about your health issue and give you medical advice. Based on your symptoms, you will receive self-care advice, an appointment at the emergency GP office, or (if you are physically unable to come to the post) a doctor’s visit at your […]
When do I call the emergency GP office?
In the event of a life-threatening situation, call 112 immediately. If you urgently need a GP in the evening, night or at the weekend, you contact the emergency GP office. ‘Urgent’ are health complaints that cannot wait until the next working day of your own GP. For example, in case of increasing shortness of breath, […]