FAQs
In this section you will find answers to frequently asked questions about healthcare and social services.
Do you have any further questions? Please contact us!
- 01
Where can I find a suitable doctor?
It is best to ask friends and acquaintances for references or use the online list of doctors
- 02
Where can I find the right hospital?
Go to the Clinic search page and filter by area of residence, speciality and type of insurance.
- 03
Where can I find a suitable dentist?
The best way is via the online directory of the Dental Association
- 04
Where can I get vaccinated?
- Either at the pediatrician, family doctor, at the ÖGK health centers or at the district headquarters. In Vienna you can find a suitable place via the website here.
- Town vaccination service for children in Vienna
- ÖGK health centers
- General information on vaccination in Austria
- 05
Where can I go for preventive healthcare?
At your family doctor or at the ÖGK health centers. More Information can be find here for Health check.
- 06
Where can I find X-ray and MRI institutes?
With a referral you can go to one of the institutes from this list. X-ray institutes are always listed on the back of the referral.
- 07
Where can I have an allergy test?
In an allergy center or allergy outpatient clinic.
Allergy centers Vienna or Allergy outpatient clinics in Austria
- 08
Where can I give birth to my child?
In a hospital, a private clinic or at home. Read more in the chapter Pregnancy and birth.
- 09
Where can I find a physiotherapist?
With a referral from your GP or specialist (e.g. orthopedist), you can choose from this list
- 10
Where can I find a psychotherapist?
Here is an overview of all psychotherapists in Austria
- 11
Where can I buy medication?
At the pharmacy, but don't forget the prescription if you need it!
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Where can I have a blood sample taken?
Either at your family doctor or at a laboratory.
