Patient information and language of treatment

I am going to another country for treatment. What patient information does the treatment provider need? Ask the treatment provider directly in advance what kind of patient information they need, and provide them with it. Also, find out whether you need a referral for the treatment and whether a referral written in Finland will […]

Language rights

Healthcare professionals are obliged to inform the customer concerning their state of health, the significance of the treatment, the different treatment options and other factors related to the treatment. If the customer and the treatment personnel do not have a common language, interpretation will be arranged if necessary. In Finland, the customer always has […]