Health Care in Copenhagen
Summary: Health Care in Copenhagen: Locate providers, hospitals, and medical centers to find the best health services available for expats and nomads.
Copenhagen has a comprehensive healthcare system that provides both public and private healthcare options. The public healthcare system is called the National Health Service (Sundhed.dk) and is used by both citizens and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Copenhagen for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Copenhagen are well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Denmark. However, many expats choose to use private hospitals for specialized medical care and major surgeries. Private hospitals in Copenhagen are modern and offer a wide range of services. They are staffed with experienced medical professionals and provide excellent care.
Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Copenhagen
There are several recommended clinics and hospitals in Copenhagen for expats. Rigshospitalet is a public hospital located in the city center and is the largest hospital in Denmark. It specializes in treating serious medical emergencies and major surgeries. Herlev Hospital is a public hospital located in the suburbs of Copenhagen and specializes in treating cancer and heart diseases. Private hospitals in Copenhagen include Copenhagen University Hospital, which is located in the city center and specializes in treating neurological diseases, and Herlev Private Hospital, which is located in the suburbs and specializes in treating orthopedic diseases.
Emergency Services in Copenhagen
Ambulance services are available in Copenhagen and can be called by dialing 112. Ambulances typically arrive quickly, but there can be delays depending on the situation.
Health Insurance Companies in Copenhagen
The most popular private health insurers in Copenhagen are Danmark, Topdanmark, and Codan. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies or specialized expat health insurance providers.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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