“Take a paracetamol and call me back in three days.” If you’ve heard this from a Dutch doctor, you’ve officially been initiated into the Netherlands! In this episode, we pull back the curtain on one of the most efficient—yet often misunderstood—healthcare systems in the world.
We explain why your Huisarts (GP) is the most important person in your life, how the mandatory insurance system works, and what “Eigen Risico” (Own Risk) actually means for your wallet. Whether you’re looking for a doctor or trying to understand your insurance policy, we’ve got the roadmap to help you get the care you need.
Dutch Healthcare System: https://english.zorginstituutnederland.nl/about-us/healthcare-in-the-netherlands
Mijn Gezondheid: https://home.mijngezondheid.net/en
JGZ: https://www.jgzalmere.nl/
GGD: https://www.ggdflevoland.nl/
