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English speaking Podiatrists in Amsterdam

Discussion in 'Biomechanics, Sports and Foot orthoses' started by TomJohnsonPod1, Nov 18, 2012.


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    Hi there

    First of all this is a long shot. I am a final year Pod student in the UK, and I'm looking in to doing some postgraduate study preferably in Europe. I have found a Masters programme I am interested in, in Amsterdam. My main query is whether there actually are any English speaking Podiatrists in Amsterdam? If so what are my chances of getting a job, part-time or otherwise with my current distinct lack of Dutch vernacular?

    Thanks

    Tom
     
  2. Hi Tom:

    Sorry I can't help, but my wife and I did have a nice visit to Amsterdam last year and had a great time. Great city!!
     
  3. Dananberg

    Dananberg Active Member

    Rene Somers works in A-dam and is quite fluid in English. BTW, Rene is an MD but practices podiatry.


    Howard
     
  4. Having moved to Sweden and not having the greatest vocab at the beginning, you need to consider the patients needs as well. ie will they be comfortable speaking English.

    I would expect most Dutch to speak good English so communication should not be an issue in general, except when discussing health issues.

    something to consider even if it sounds like 2 sides of the coin
     
  5. W J Liggins

    W J Liggins Well-Known Member

    I understand that fluent English is spoken in certain smokey cafes and by certain ladies in a certain street. I am sure that if you chose your clientele from these sources then you will have no problem.

    Enjoy!

    Bill
     
  6. dazzalyn1

    dazzalyn1 Member

    It was a few years ago now but when I made enquires with a couple of medical agencies I was told that there was no possibility of work in Holland unless I spoke fluent Dutch....Went to Australia instead.
     
  7. Well i moved from sydney to holland,and worked in Amst..for a year before starting my own place outside the city....if you need a bit of info maybe i can help?
    Podotherapie as it is known here is similar to podiatry....but no ability to inject..and orthotic treatment is also of a different breed...another story.
    Another option may be Ghent in Belgium...great little city..good pod school..
    Regardless..the language is important (taal)...but i picked it up . If you work in a city , it is much more difficult to learn the language...you find yourself drifting into the same places and speaking english more than you should....but hell not a major issue..and is it not supposed to be legally easy to work within europe..?...is the UK still in europe?..your qualifications will be superior without doubt...
    if you need a bit more info send me a private mail
    otherwise contact Rene Somers...top bloke, has a multidisp.practice in Amsterdam and may be able to help you....i can give you his details.
     
  8. caf002

    caf002 Active Member

    Most people in Holland speak English to a degree. It is taught in primary school and onwards (as well as German). You should have no problems. Enjoy!
    Cheers
    Casper Ozinga
     
    Last edited: Nov 21, 2012
  9. maikelcaarels

    maikelcaarels Member

    Enschede and Eindhoven offer also good courses on Podiatry. But that's not what you're looking for...

    When you think of almost everyone over here speaking English... Forget it! English is thaught in the last years of primary school and the college-years. This means only the younger generation speaks fluent English.

    Maybe you should contact Rene Somers indeed. There's also a colleague of mine working in Amsterdam, clinic is named Hallux Podiatry. Please stay in de the Western part of the Netherlands, because otherwise you really have to learn Dutch. I know it, I'm from the Eastern part. Especially in de Eastern and Northern part, they won't understand you.

    If you need any help, contact me by PM.
     
  10. Thank you all for your input and advice, it is much appreciated. Dr. Somers seems to be a theme so I will get in contact with him.

    Dank je

    Tom
     
  11. Hi there

    So, I'm a recently qualified (not officially graduated just yet) Podiatrist and I have had a conditional offer for the masters in Amsterdam. Therefore I have had to set the balling on all sorts of things that are involved in studying abroad, namely funding.

    As a non-dutch speaking Podiatrist I am led to believe that it will be difficult to practice as normal in Amsterdam, despite the majority of residents speaking fluent English.

    The way the funding works for students in the Netherlands is that you require 32 hours of work a month to be eligible for study grants and income-assessed grants, therefore I am looking for something in the podiatric arena that will qualify me for this for me to be able to live! Additionally I will require some mentoring, being a recent graduate and all.

    I am in contact with Rene Somers, who's a lovely guy and he's been very helpful. I want to thank everyone for their help on this thread and if you have any more suggestions obviously don't hesitate!
     
  12. Cristina Fiol

    Cristina Fiol Welcome New Poster

    How is this matter right now? Whats the procedure to follow if I want to work as a podiatrist in Amsterdam?
     
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