Rheumatology

Practical information

Consultation

Consultation

Please check in before proceeding to the Rheumatology Department:

  • Maria Middelares General Hospital: use your identity card to check in at the e-kiosk
  • Medical centre in Ghent-Bruges: register at the e-kiosk with your identity card
  • Ghent Outpatients Clinic: check in at the general secretariat on the ground floor

What you need to bring

  • identity card
  • GP referral letter (if applicable)
  • medication sheet: list all the medication you currently take, including the drug name and the daily dose. You can use the form below for this. Feel free to take a photo of the packaging with your phone.

Prepare well for your appointment

Check which prescriptions and/or certificates you need (e.g. for physical therapy or medication reimbursement, incapacity for work and confidential health insurance certificates) so you can request them during your appointment.

Payment

You will receive an invoice from the hospital for any consultations. This will usually take one to two months after your appointment. Read more about this invoice here.