Practical info - Holiday dialysis Netherlands

HOW DOES IT WORK?
Practical information about our clinic and working methods
Register in 4 easy steps
You can register via the contact form or send an email to rockanje@dialyseservicenederland.nl
If available at the times you want, we will send you a medical questionnaire
Our dialysis team will assess your request
If the assessment is positive, your reservation is final
Please note that your booking will only be confirmed – and you will only be able to attend – once all the information has been provided in full and one of our nephrologists has medically approved your application. We therefore recommend that you take out cancellation insurance, or that you only book once you have received approval from our nephrologist.
Reimbursement
Are you from outside the Netherlands and do you have an international insurance card (EHIC GHIC card)? Then your treatment will be fully reimbursed. We can advise you on how to apply for an EHIC card. With a copy of the EHIC card, we can declare the dialysis treatments to an institution in the Netherlands. If you do not have an EHIC card or are from the Netherlands, you must first pay the costs yourself. Afterwards, you can declare the invoice to your health insurer. The insurer will then reimburse the costs of the dialysis treatments up to the maximum rate applicable in the Netherlands (or up to the amount that the policy contains).
EHIC card
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is not a passport but a card that provides access to healthcare services in European Economic Area (EEA) countries and Switzerland at the same terms as local residents. Here’s how you can apply for an EHIC:
Check Eligibility
EHICs are generally available to residents of EEA countries and Switzerland.
Ensure you meet the residency and nationality requirements in your country.
Application Process
The application process may vary depending on your country of residence. Below are general steps:
For Residents of the European Union (EU):
Online Application: Visit your country's health insurance authority website. Most allow online applications.
By Post or In-Person: Some countries offer postal or in-person application options through local healthcare offices.
For UK Residents (GHIC):
Following Brexit, UK residents apply for a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), which is equivalent to an EHIC for most purposes.
Apply online through the NHS GHIC Service.
Required Documents
You may need:
Personal identification (passport or national ID).
Proof of residence.
National health insurance number (if applicable in your country).
Costs
The EHIC is usually free of charge. Beware of unofficial websites that may try to charge fees.
Delivery Time
It typically takes 1–2 weeks to receive your EHIC, but processing times vary.
Preparation
Traveling requires extra preparation if you undergo hemodialysis. This applies if you arrange a holiday yourself, but also if you join an organized trip. The preparations required depend on your personal situation.

Find out what's possible
Discuss with the doctor whether it is medically justified to go on holiday. Your medical situation must be stable. That is an important condition, otherwise a holiday will involve too many risks. Ask the doctor what you should pay attention to when looking for a suitable holiday destination. Think of:
general hygiene in a country
medical care in a country
the necessary vaccinations: not all vaccinations are suitable for kidney patients.

Are you on the waiting list for a donor kidney?
You can be called up at any time if you are on the waiting list. It is then important that you can get to the hospital quickly. Ask the transplant center within how many hours you have to be present. Keep that in mind when planning your vacation.

Don't want to have to take this into account? Then your status on the waiting list can be temporarily changed: from transplantable to non-transplantable. You can have this adjusted again after the holiday.

Dialysis transfer
For your holiday dialysis treatment we ask you for the following medical information:
an overview of all your medical data and information about your dialysis treatment
a transfer form signed by the nephrologist or dialysis nurse
statements stating that you do not have HIV or hepatitis B and C.
You can request this information from your own dialysis centre.

Make sure you have enough medicines on vacation
Make sure you have enough medicines with you when you travel. Order these in good time at the pharmacy. If you are traveling by plane, it is best to take the medicines with you in your hand luggage. This way you will not run out if you lose your luggage or arrive too late.

On return
When you return, you will hopefully look back on a successful holiday. At discharge we will give you a summary of the dialysis treatments. This paper tells you how the dialysis treatment went. Give the letter to your nephrologist at home.
Tips for your stay in and around Rockanje
As well as your dialysis treatment at our centre, Rockanje is a popular seaside resort with plenty to offer. To make your stay as pleasant as possible, we have put together a list of places that are ideal for a peaceful and carefree break — close to the sea, easily accessible and with comfort in mind.
Hotels
Badhotel Rockanje – A charming hotel within walking distance of the beach, with a swimming pool, sauna and its own restaurant
't Wapen van Marion – Oostvoorne, a cosy hotel in the town centre
Fletcher Hotel Duinzicht – Ouddorp, spacious rooms close to the dunes
Bed & Breakfasts
Bed and Breakfast Rockanje aan Zee – Quietly situated, with self-catering facilities and close to the dunes and the beach
B&B Appartementje Bij de Zee – Compact and well-maintained flat, suitable for a longer stay
B&B Buytenlust – Spacious rooms in a rural, peaceful setting just outside the village
Holiday parks
Molecaten Park Waterbos – Rockanje
Holiday Park de Zeehoeve – Oostvoorne
Europarcs Poort van Zeeland – Hellevoetsluis
Food and drinks Rockanje
De Jongens – A cosy lunch spot in the centre, also ideal for breakfast or coffee and cake
Restaurant De Meidoorn – Near the Tenellaplas visitor centre, with a large terrace
Beach West – Right on the beach, with a relaxed atmosphere and a good menu featuring light dishes
Foor and drinks Oostvoorne
Restaurant aan Zee – Strandweg 1, open from Friday to Sunday, with lovely sea views
Restaurant Centraal – Stationsweg, known for its spare ribs
Deli Deux – Dorpsplein 2c, fresh ready-to-eat meals (microwave-friendly) from the in-house greengrocer
Transport
AKK Taxi (Hellevoetsluis) – Reliable and flexible, also for shorter journeys in the region
Art-Taxi Service (Hellevoetsluis) – An alternative for journeys to and from the town centre
Places of interest and activities
Rockanje Beach – A wide, clean beach with beach pavilions, a short distance from the village
Voornes Dunes & Tenellaplas Visitor Centre – A beautiful dune area with easily accessible, partly paved walking trails
De Duinhuisjes Open-Air Museum – A small, charming open-air museum with historic dune cottages, a peaceful place to visit
Day trips in the region
Brielle – A historic fortified town, lovely to stroll through
Hellevoetsluis – The fort and the Struytse Hoek shopping area
Neeltje Jans (Vrouwenpolder, Zeeland) – Information and experience park near the Delta Works
Want to know more?
Would you like more information, additional addresses, or advice on what best suits your situation? Please feel free to contact our dialysis team — we’d be happy to help you find the right solution.
Contact the dialysis team