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Dres. Stefan and Ute Falk with our school nurses
From a patient’s point of view
Soon after arriving in Germany, an FIS teacher had an operation followed by complications and a long convalescence. His advice is as follows:
In the case of a medical emer- gency, always have a friend or family member along who can act as an advocate for the patient. And although many doctors and nurses do speak English, having a German speaker present is a distinct advantage.
For longer treatments, ask someone who understands the German health care system for assistance with processing and submitting the paper work. Missed deadlines can have a negative effect on insurance benefits.
Reach out to the FIS commu- nity. Its top-notch parents, faculty and staff were there for him and his family whenever they were needed.
Emergency Numbers
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Emergency Medical Services
Private Emergency Care for the Rhein/Main Area
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