Managing a Strep Throat in Santorini

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Santorini

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Great for minor but urgent issues that don’t need a physical exam, such as strep throat or related symptoms.

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Hospitals in Santorini

For serious, potentially life-threatening issues that require immediate, specialized treatment, like breathing difficulties, severe bleeding, or head injuries. Non-urgent visits use up resources needed for emergency patients. ERs are for serious, life-threatening issues. Going there for something like strep throat adds to doctors’ workload and may take time away from those in critical need.

Important: The information provided here about hospitals is for general reference only. We recommend verifying current details, such as contact information, services, and hours of operation, before visiting. Please reach out directly to the hospital or consult their official website for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Hospitals with Emergency Rooms in Santorini

Santorini General Hospital
Address: Fira, Santorini 847 00, Greece
Access: Offers 24/7 emergency services; patients can walk in or arrive by ambulance. For more information, visit nosantorinis.gr.

Medical Center of Oia
Address: Oia, Santorini 847 02, Greece
Access: Provides basic emergency care and urgent medical services; walk-in available, ambulance support as needed.

Health Center of Imerovigli
Address: Imerovigli, Santorini 847 00, Greece
Access: Limited emergency services with on-call doctors; walk-in visits possible, ambulance transport recommended for serious emergencies.

Walk-in clinics

Best for minor conditions needing same-day, in-person specialist attention—like X-rays for sprains or cuts that may need stitches, injections, advanced diagnostics, or other invasive procedures.

Pharmacies in Santorini, Greece

In Santorini, pharmacies are marked with a green cross and are known locally as “φαρμακείο” (pharmakeio). They are located in the main towns such as Fira and Oia, and typically follow regular business hours. A rotating schedule ensures that one or more pharmacies remain open for emergencies, with listings posted on pharmacy doors and available online.

Antibiotic Availability in Santorini

In Santorini, antibiotics require a prescription and are not available over the counter. Pharmacies must follow national regulations, which mandate that antibiotics be dispensed only with a valid prescription from a licensed doctor.

Emergency Number in Santorini

The emergency number for Santorini is 112, which connects callers to police, fire, and medical emergency services throughout Greece. It is accessible free of charge from any phone, including mobile devices without credit.

This number should be reserved for life-threatening or critical emergencies only. For urgent but non-life-threatening concerns, telehealth services like Doctorsa are recommended for timely medical advice and support.