Ways to Handle Swimmer's Ear in Tihany

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Tihany

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Hospitals in Tihany

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 swimmer’s ear 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 Tihany

Balatonfüredi Állami Szívkórház – State Hospital for Cardiology (nearest 24/7 ED)
Address: Gyógy tér 2, 8230 Balatonfüred, Hungary
Access: Open 24/7 with a dedicated emergency department providing cardiac, medical, and general urgent care. Ambulance arrivals (via 112) enter through the trauma entrance; walk‑in patients register at reception and are triaged immediately. No referral needed.

Balatonfüredi Városi Szakrendelőintézet – Urgent Care Clinic (on-call service)
Address: Csárda utca 1, 8230 Balatonfüred, Hungary
Access: Provides urgent care services during evenings and weekends. Walk‑in patients receive triage for minor injuries and medical issues. For serious emergencies, ambulance (via 112) transport to the full ED at the State Hospital is arranged.

State Emergency Medical Services (OMSZ) – Regional Ambulance Response
Address: Operates across Tihany and Balatonfüred region
Access: Responds 24/7 to all emergency calls via 112. Ambulance crews provide on-site stabilization and transport patients to the nearest full-service hospital emergency department (e.g., Balatonfüredi Szívkórház). No referral required.

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 Tihany, Hungary

In Tihany, pharmacies are called patikák or gyógyszertár. They are limited in number due to the village’s small size but can be found near the town center and main tourist areas. Pharmacies are typically marked with a green cross, and some may offer basic English-speaking service during peak tourist seasons.

Antibiotic Policy in Tihany

In Tihany, 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 Tihany, Hungary

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

Calls to 112 are toll-free and available 24/7 from any phone, including mobile phones without a SIM card. In popular tourist destinations like Tihany, operators generally speak Hungarian and may also assist in English.

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