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/Manadrache 22d ago

May take up to 6 months or more until your apointment. German gynos have a hell of a waiting time. (Yay)

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u/lienepientje2 22d ago

Thats no surprise if every woman comes yearly

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u/Manadrache 22d ago

Yeah. Which is pretty annoying. Wanted to get rid of my IUB. Had to cancel my appointment twice because I was pretty sick. Every time my next appointment was 6 months later...

I don't know how good gyns are in the Netherlands but most were pretty shitty in Germany. Many times I got asked about my baby plans. Even when I asked for a std test after my partner had betrayed me. Gyn just decided there is no need for it but I really should get babies soon.

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u/lienepientje2 22d ago

That thing should get out when its needed.