Ways to Handle a Tick Bite in Esztergom

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Esztergom

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Great for minor but urgent issues that don’t need a physical exam, such as tick bite 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 Esztergom needing treatment for tick bite can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

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Hospitals in Esztergom

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 tick bite 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 Esztergom

Vaszary Kolos Hospital (Esztergom) – Emergency Department
Address: Petőfi Sándor u. 26–28, 2500 Esztergom, Hungary
Access: Open 24/7. Ambulance arrivals (via 112) use the trauma entrance at the hospital grounds; walk‑ins register at reception and are triaged immediately. Provides general and surgical emergency services, stabilizes patients, and facilitates transfers to tertiary centers if needed. No referral required. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Semmelweis University Clinical Centre – Emergency Department, Budapest
Address: Üllői út 78/A, 1082 Budapest, Hungary
Access: The nearest full-service tertiary emergency department serving Esztergom-area patients who require advanced care. Open 24/7; walk‑ins and ambulance arrivals are triaged per the Hungarian Triage System. Emergency care is provided regardless of insurance status, though non‑residents may be billed at discharge. Transfers via ambulance from Esztergom hospitals are standard. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

DOC‑Dunakanyar Medical Centre – Urgent Care Clinic, Szentendre
Address: Dunakanyar körút 30/A, 2000 Szentendre (near Esztergom), Hungary
Access: While not a full emergency department, this private clinic offers extended-hours urgent care and basic stabilization. Walk‑in patients are triaged on arrival. For life-threatening emergencies, ambulance services (via 112) stabilize and transport patients to Vaszary Kolos Hospital or to Budapest tertiary facilities. No referral is required. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

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 Esztergom, Hungary

In Esztergom, pharmacies are called patikák or gyógyszertár. They are typically marked with a green cross and are located throughout the city, especially near hospitals, clinics, and the town center. Some pharmacies may offer basic English-speaking service due to tourist activity.

Antibiotic Policy in Esztergom

In Esztergom, 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 Esztergom, Hungary

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

Calls to 112 are free and available 24/7 from any phone, including mobile phones without a SIM card. Operators typically speak Hungarian, and in tourist areas like Esztergom, basic English support is often 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.