Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Winterthur if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Yes, there are a good number of medical specialists in Winterthur. People in the area can access a wide range of medical services, including general practitioners, specialists in internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, and more. For highly specialized medical care, people in Winterthur can go to the University Hospital of Zurich, which is located nearby. The hospital is one of the largest and most advanced medical centers in Europe, and offers a wide range of specialized treatments and services," said another expat in Winterthur, Switzerland.
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- What should I pack when moving to Winterthur?
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- What do expats find most challenging?
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- What are medical services in Winterthur like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Winterthur?
- What are emergency services like in Winterthur?
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- Are common prescription medications available in Winterthur?
- How are local medical facilities in Winterthur?
- As a foreigner living in Winterthur, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
If you live in Winterthur, newcomers to Winterthur would love to hear your answer to this question:

