Get Help for a Sore Throat in Delft

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Delft

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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 Delft needing treatment for sore throat can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

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Hospitals in Delft

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 Delft

Reinier de Graaf Gasthuis – Spoedeisende Hulp
Address: Reinier de Graafweg 5, 2625 AD Delft
Access: The emergency department (SEH) is open 24/7 right next to the main entrance. Patients arrive via ambulance directly to the trauma entrance or walk in and register at the intercom desk. A GP or GP-post referral is typical for non-critical cases; life-threatening emergencies should call 112 first.

Reinier de Graaf Gasthuis – Spoedpost (GP Out‑of‑Hours Centre)
Address: Hagelaan 1, 2631 BV Nootdorp (aside Reinier de Graaf in Delft)
Access: Open evenings (17:00–08:00), weekends, and public holidays. Call the Spoedpost at 015 251 19 30 for telephone triage. After triage, you may be invited to attend in person—ambulance direct to SEH, urgent GP care via GP-post. For life-threatening issues, always call 112.

Huisartsenpost Schievliet – Integrated GP and Emergency Access
Address: Reinier de Graafweg 5, 2625 AD Delft
Access: At the same site as Reinier de Graaf hospital, the Schievliet GP centre is co-located with the SEH under one entrance (“Spoedpost”). Call 015 251 19 30 first for GP‑post access. The telephone triage system directs patients either to GP care or SEH, with walk-ins accepted but phone contact strongly recommended. For immediate, serious emergencies, call 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 Delft, Netherlands

In Delft, pharmacies are referred to as apotheken. They are identified by a green cross symbol and are easily found throughout the city. Many offer services in English, particularly around the university and city center.

Antibiotic Policy in Delft

In Delft, antibiotics are not available over the counter. A valid prescription from a licensed doctor is required to obtain them from a pharmacy.

Emergency Number in Delft, Netherlands

In Delft, 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.