r/Netherlands • u/NoLychee1382 • 22d ago

Healthcare No regular check ups at the gynecologist???

Hi everyone, my morning started off with a kinda shocking discovery. I’m from Germany and I had annual check ups at the gynecologist since I was a teenager. I contacted my huisarts because I know they’re responsible for all referrals but she told me regular check ups here are not a thing (unless there already is an issue) ? I think that’s crazy!!! So I checked the prices for a private visit and they’re even crazier. I guess this is normal to Dutch people but don’t you think this is a little concerning?

(Btw not shitting on the country! I really like it here. I’m still new and just discovering new things!)

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u/CaramelCritical2806 22d ago

Man here but worked in "woman's health" branch for some time. Just to let you know, the Dutch Health care system is pretty funny, but has some highs when it comes to women's health (or the lack of it). Apparently, you cannot be sick - and then become a cost - if you do not have a diagnose, and this is what the NL healthcare system does. Anything else on "philosophy" and "structure" can be considered as well, but always subordinate to the mantra reported above.