Medical Providers

From your first GP appointment to specialist referrals, hospitals, and therapy — here is how to navigate Swiss healthcare in practice.

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2022 Reform — Important

You can now access psychotherapy directly under KVG — no psychiatrist required as an intermediary.

A landmark change that significantly improved mental health access for residents and expats alike.

GP Clinics

How to sign up with a GP, get referrals, switch doctors, and what to expect at your first visit.

What counts as an emergency, walk-in clinics vs hospitals, and what to do as a non-resident.

GP referrals, insurance coverage, long-term treatment, and specialist disciplines explained.

Physiotherapy, psychotherapy, medical massage, and chiropractic — what is covered and how to access it.