10 interesting facts about treatment in Germany

For all doctors, the Hippocratic oath remains unchanged, their efforts are aimed at helping the patient. However, treatment methods vary from country to country. In this article, we will analyze the main features regarding the German healthcare system.

What is remarkable about German medicine?

1. In order to become a doctor in Germany, you need to study for at least 11 years. Since doctors are considered the elite of society, the competition at medical universities is high – 20-23 people apply for one place.
2. In the event of an ambulance call, the patient will be assisted by rescuers who are not doctors. The doctor comes only in the most difficult cases, representing a mortal threat.
3. German doctors actively use voice recorders to store information about the patient’s condition; documentary records are practically not kept.
4. Each clinic is equipped with disinfectant solutions, they are located along all corridors.
5. Health insurance in Germany compensates for the services of an interpreter if you do not know German.
6. Relatives of patients do not have to wear shoe covers and a gown, and they can be anywhere in the clinic, with the exception of the operating room.
7. Highly specialized doctors accept all patients, regardless of their age. They do not treat children and adults separately.
8. Children are a special trip. Often doctors encourage them with sweets and toys to establish a friendly atmosphere so that the child is not afraid.
9. A doctor’s consultation can be obtained by phone, as well as online, via the Internet. Telemedicine has become especially popular in a pandemic, when going outside the house is undesirable and dangerous.
10. Health insurance covers most of the cost of medicines, the patient has to pay only a small amount, even if the doctor writes a long prescription.