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How Long You’ll Really Wait for Surgery in Hungary

How Long You’ll Really Wait for Surgery in Hungary

by Anikó Woods | Oct 2, 2026 | Healthcare

October brings the first proper Balaton fog and my annual reminder that I’ve put off a check-up again. This year it also brings a real change to Hungary’s surgery waiting list. On the public hip and knee list, the average wait as of September 2026 sits at...
How to Find Your GP in Hungary

How to Find Your GP in Hungary

by Anikó Woods | Nov 9, 2025 | Healthcare, Quick Guides & Resources

As the leaves gather in Budapest’s courtyards and steamy coffee powers me through Márton-nap (St. Martin’s Day) weather, my husband, Andrew, and I are also on a timely mission familiar to many: booking our annual flu shots. Sorting healthcare as a foreigner still...
How to Apply for an EHIC card in Hungary

How to Apply for an EHIC card in Hungary

by Anikó Woods | Apr 2, 2025 | Healthcare, Life Admin & Bureaucracy

How to Apply for an EHIC Card in Hungary… Once You Have TAJ Navigating the Hungarian healthcare system can feel like deciphering an ancient manuscript—especially when acronyms like TAJ and EHIC are thrown into the mix. But fear not! Whether you’re an EU...

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