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Train Station Clinics

This CareToGo Healthcare Clinic Can Be Found in The Hague Central Station

— May 4, 2015 — Lifestyle
Located in a train station, this Dutch healthcare clinic has a pay as you go system. Set up by Netherlands-based healthcare provider CareToGo, the drop-in clinic can be found at The Hague Central Station. For a small fee, people can receive basic medical consultations with qualified GPs that fits into their day with less hassle. Perfect for busy people with minor health issues who don't have time for office hours or long wait-times for appointments, this convenient service can be accessed on the way to or from work.

Open from 8am to 6pm daily, the CareToGo healthcare clinic also takes appointments online. Treatments are recorded in a report that patients can pass on to their family doctor. CareToGo also offers Skype and telephone consultations where patients can speak with a clinician.
Trend Themes
1. On-the-go Healthcare - The trend of setting up healthcare clinics in convenient locations like train stations allows busy individuals to access basic medical consultations without disrupting their schedule.
2. Pay as You Go Healthcare - The introduction of a pay as you go system in healthcare clinics provides flexibility and affordability for individuals seeking basic medical consultations.
3. Virtual Consultations - The availability of Skype and telephone consultations in healthcare clinics enhances accessibility and convenience for patients who prefer remote communication with healthcare professionals.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can explore the potential of setting up clinics in convenient locations or implementing pay as you go systems to cater to busy individuals and promote accessibility.
2. Transportation - Transportation companies can partner with healthcare providers to offer healthcare clinics in their facilities, providing additional value and convenience to commuters.
3. Telecommunication - Telecommunication companies can collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance virtual consultation offerings and improve remote healthcare accessibility for individuals.
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