Dealing With a Tick Bite in Thessaloniki

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Thessaloniki

Online Consultations:

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 Thessaloniki needing treatment for tick bite can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

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Hospitals in Thessaloniki

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 Thessaloniki

Papageorgiou General Hospital
Address: Agios Pavlos, Thessaloniki 564 29, Greece
Access: Open 24/7 emergency room; walk-in patients and ambulance services are accepted. For more information, visit papageorgiou-hospital.gr.

General Hospital of Thessaloniki “G. Gennimatas”
Address: Ethnikis Aminis 41, Thessaloniki 546 35, Greece
Access: Emergency services available 24/7; walk-in patients and ambulance services are accepted. For more information, visit myhospitalnow.com.

Bioclinic Thessaloniki
Address: Mitropoleos 86, Thessaloniki 546 22, Greece
Access: 24-hour emergency department; walk-in patients and ambulance services are accepted. For more information, visit bioclinic.gr.

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 Thessaloniki, Greece

In Thessaloniki, pharmacies are identified by a green cross and are referred to as “φαρμακείο” (pharmakeio) in Greek. They are easily found throughout the city, typically open during standard business hours. After-hours service is provided by a rotating schedule of duty pharmacies, which is posted on pharmacy doors and available online.

Antibiotic Availability in Thessaloniki

In Thessaloniki, antibiotics cannot be purchased without a prescription. Pharmacies are required by Greek law to dispense antibiotics only when presented with a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

Emergency Number in Thessaloniki

The emergency number for Thessaloniki is 112, providing access to police, fire, and medical emergency services. It is available free of charge and can be dialed from any phone, including mobiles without credit.

Please use this number only for life-threatening or critical emergencies. For urgent but non-life-threatening medical issues, telehealth platforms such as Doctorsa offer convenient and reliable care.