What Helps Pink Eye in Sibenik

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Sibenik

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

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Hospitals in Sibenik

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 pink eye 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 Šibenik

Dom zdravlja Šibenik – Hitna služba (Emergency Medical Service)
Address: Stjepana Radića 83, 22000 Šibenik
Access: Open regularly during weekdays. For evenings, weekends, and public holidays, the “Ambulanta posebnog dežurstva” (Emergency Clinic) operates: Saturdays 15:00–20:00, Sundays & holidays 08:00–20:00. You must call ahead at 022 886 152, walk-ins are triaged on arrival. In life-threatening situations, dial 112 or 194.

Zavod za hitnu medicinu Šibensko‑kninske županije – Ambulance Service
Address: Matije Gupca 74, 22000 Šibenik
Access: Operating 24/7 for the county, call 194 (medical emergencies) or 112 (all emergencies) to dispatch ambulance teams. Crews provide on-site stabilization and transport patients to the nearest hospital emergency department as needed.

Opća bolnica Šibenik – Emergency Department (General Hospital Šibenik)
Address: Bože Peričića 5, 22000 Šibenik
Access: Offers full 24/7 emergency care. Ambulance arrivals enter via the dedicated emergency entrance and are triaged immediately. Walk-in patients can register at the emergency desk. In all serious situations, dial 112 or 194 first.

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 Sibenik, Croatia

In Sibenik, pharmacies are known as ljekarne. They are easily recognized by a green cross or a sign displaying “ljekarna” and are located throughout the city. English-speaking service is typically available, especially in central and tourist areas.

Antibiotic Policy in Sibenik

In Sibenik, antibiotics are only available with a valid prescription. Pharmacists are not allowed to sell antibiotics over the counter.

Emergency Number in Šibenik, Croatia

In Šibenik, the national emergency number is 112. This number connects you to emergency services such as police, fire brigade, and ambulance, and should be used only in life-threatening situations.

Calls to 112 are free of charge and available 24/7 from any phone, including mobile phones without a SIM card. Operators are trained to respond in Croatian and English and will ensure that the appropriate emergency services are dispatched promptly.

Please remember: 112 is strictly for emergencies only. For urgent but non-life-threatening medical concerns, consider using a telehealth service like Doctorsa to speak with a licensed English‑speaking doctor quickly and affordably.