Get Help for a Sore Throat in Kecskemét

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Kecskemét

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

With Doctorsa you can connect with an English-speaking doctor via video call in just a few minutes, get medical advice and, if appropriate, receive an e-prescription that can be used at any pharmacy. No need to worry about office hours or holidays. Clear and upfront pricing: consultations start at €20, so tourists in Kecskemét needing treatment for sore throat can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

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Hospitals in Kecskemét

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 sore 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 Kecskemét

Bács‑Kiskun County Hospital (Bács‑Kiskun Megyei Kórház) – Emergency Department (Sürgősségi Betegellátó Osztály)
Address: Nyíri út 38, 6000 Kecskemét, Hungary
Access: Open 24/7 for all emergencies. Ambulances (via 112) enter through the designated trauma entrance (Csabay Géza körút side); walk-in patients report to the ER reception and are triaged immediately under the national system. Provides general, surgical, pediatric, trauma, observation and ICU-level stabilization. No referral required.

Bács‑Kiskun County Hospital – Pediatric Emergency Unit (within same hospital campus)
Address: Same site: Nyíri út 38, 6000 Kecskemét, Hungary
Access: Specialized emergency care for children, operating 24/7. Walk-in and ambulance arrivals for patients under 18 are triaged immediately and treated by pediatric emergency teams. Observation and short‑term stabilization services available.

DOC‑Dunakanyar Medical Centre – Private Urgent Care Clinic (in Szentendre, serves Kecskemét region)
Address: Dunakanyar körút 30/A, 2000 Szentendre, Hungary
Access: Offers extended‑hour urgent care for non‑life‑threatening conditions. Walk‑in patients are triaged on arrival; for serious emergencies, ambulance service (112) stabilizes and transfers patients to Bács‑Kiskun County Hospital in Kecskemét or to Budapest tertiary centres. No referral needed.

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 Kecskemét, Hungary

In Kecskemét, pharmacies are called patikák or gyógyszertár. They are typically marked with a green cross and are located throughout the city, especially near clinics, hospitals, and the town center. Some pharmacies may offer basic English-speaking service in central areas.

Antibiotic Policy in Kecskemét

In Kecskemét, antibiotics legally require a valid prescription from a licensed doctor. Pharmacists are not allowed to dispense antibiotics over the counter without a prescription.

Emergency Number in Kecskemét, Hungary

In Kecskemét, the main emergency number is 112. This EU-wide number connects you to police, ambulance, and fire services, and should be used for all life-threatening emergencies.

Calls to 112 are toll-free and available 24/7 from any phone, including mobile phones without a SIM card. Operators primarily speak Hungarian, but in urban areas like Kecskemét, basic English support may be available.

Please remember: 112 is for life-threatening emergencies only. For urgent but non-life-threatening medical concerns, telehealth services like Doctorsa offer fast access to licensed English-speaking doctors.