Ways to Handle a Sore Throat in Alkmaar

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Alkmaar

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

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Hospitals in Alkmaar

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 Alkmaar

Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep – SEH (Emergency Department)
Address: Wilhelminalaan 12, 1815 JD Alkmaar
Access: Open 24/7 for essential and trauma care. Ambulances go directly to the trauma entrance; walk‑ins use the intercom at the SEH desk. For non-life-threatening issues during GP off-hours (evenings, nights, weekends), call the regional huisartsenpost at 072‑5180618 first for telephone triage. In life-threatening emergencies, dial 112 immediately.

Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep – Spoedpost Den Helder (regional Spoedplein)
Address: Huisduinerweg 3, 1782 GZ Den Helder (serves Alkmaar region)
Access: Open 24/7—combines GP out‑of‑hours services with emergency care. Ambulances and walk‑ins are accepted after telephone triage. For non‑urgent after‑hours care, call your GP or the Spoedpost triage number. In severe emergencies, call 112.

DC Klinieken Alkmaar – Emergency Services After Hours
Address: Keesomstraat 12a, 1821 BS Alkmaar
Access: The neurology and pain centre is open during office hours; emergency access is limited to patients already under treatment at the centre, after hours. For general medical emergencies, use the SEH at Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep. For life-threatening cases, always dial 112.

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 Alkmaar, Netherlands

In Alkmaar, pharmacies are known as apotheken. They are identifiable by a green cross symbol and are situated throughout the city. English-speaking services are commonly available, particularly in central areas.

Antibiotic Policy in Alkmaar

In Alkmaar, antibiotics require a valid prescription from a licensed doctor. Pharmacists are not allowed to sell antibiotics over the counter.

Emergency Number in Alkmaar, Netherlands

In Alkmaar, the national emergency number is 112. This number connects you to police, fire, or ambulance services and should be used for all life-threatening emergencies.

Calls to 112 are free of charge and can be made from any phone, including mobile phones without a SIM card. Operators are trained to handle calls in Dutch and English, and can coordinate a rapid response.

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.