Living With An Artificial Knee: Diet, Exercise, Sleep
How do you live with an artificial knee? What are you allowed to do, what should be avoided? Some important aspects are mentioned here.
Inside Knowledge: The Medical Guideline
Diabetes, liver cancer or eating disorder – in the medical guidelines, the latest knowledge about the treatment of diseases is gathered. The information is openly accessible.
How to Apply for Home Care in Germany
If you need home care after a hospital stay, you can apply for Unterstützungspflege at home. The health insurance pays for most of the costs.
Your Rights Upon Discharge From Hospital
Discharge management ensures that you are well cared for at home after a hospital stay in Germany. Since October 2017, there are clear regulations on which services you have a right to within the scope of discharge management.
„Patients Don’t Have to Provide Evidence for Medical Errors.”
In the case of a medical error, you can turn to the expert committee of the responsible Medical Board. This is an extrajudicial arbitration board for disputes between doctors and patients. Johannes Riedel explains how it works in this interview.
Second opinion before the operation in Germany
You may get a second opinion before surgery. Either you hire an expert office or you organize the second opinion yourself.
Euthanasia Laws in Germany
Active euthanasia is prohibited in Germany, passive euthanasia is allowed. Who can you contact when you have the wish to die?
Your Rights as a Patient in Hospital
Can I choose the hospital myself? Which additional costs are there for surgery? The legal situation for patients is presented here.
Checklist: Hospital Stay
What do I have to remember before a hospital stay in Germany? All the important aspects are listed in this checklist.
Coronavirus: Telediagnosis via Video Consultation
There are different companies in Germany that provide online consultation and online prescriptions. We tested five different providers.