Allergy Doctors in Amsterdam

Member since 23 March 2022

bohnangMember23 March 2022 02:23:58

Hi Everyone!

I'm moving to Amsterdam in a month and am trying to learn the health care system.

Specifically, I have a lot of allergies and see an allergist doctor regularly for medications I need.

2 questions on this:
1 - Does anyone know of any allergy doctors in the area or how to search for them?
2 - Do I need to be seen by a general practitioner first who then refers me to an allergist in order for it to be covered by insurance?

Side note, I will have Cigna international insurance and will also obtain the standard package that's required for Dutch health insurance.

Thank you!

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Cynic UK/Netherlands Expert

Member since 15 September 2015

CynicUK/Netherlands Expert23 March 2022 08:14:07

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Hi and welcome to the Forum.

Almost all medicine is via your GP. As soon as you register and have your BSN number, you can choose your health insurance; the Dutch Health Insurers have a helpline you can speak to and this link will take you straight to their website; it has a Chat function and some Q&A's.

When you choose your healthcare insurer policy, make sure it covers you for the medications you will need, in particular your allergies meds.

As for finding a specialist, speak to your doctor and he/she will advise. I'd advise you to bring a letter of introduction from your current allergy specialist so as to expedite any issues you may encounter in the Netherlands.

Hope this helps.

Cynic
Expat Team