{"id":43705,"date":"2025-06-04T13:09:18","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T11:09:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/frequently-asked-questions\/"},"modified":"2026-07-18T12:49:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T10:49:00","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"43705\" class=\"elementor elementor-43705 elementor-3766\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-61b2088 e-flex e-con-boxed sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_gradient_animation_none e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"61b2088\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ebde9f3 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"ebde9f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bea0f1 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1bea0f1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b4cc89 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0b4cc89\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Answers to what you ask us most often. If you cannot find the answer, we will be happy to advise you at <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/`tel:+421903788670`\" data-wplink-url-error=\"true\">+421 903 788 670<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0757260 sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"0757260\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n.hk-faq{max-width:820px;margin:0 auto}\r\n.hk-faq h2{\r\n  font-size:clamp(20px,2.5vw,26px) !important;\r\n  font-weight:700 !important;\r\n  color:#1C1C1E !important;\r\n  margin:38px 0 16px !important;\r\n  display:flex;\r\n  align-items:center;\r\n  gap:12px;\r\n}\r\n.hk-faq h2:first-child{margin-top:0 !important}\r\n.hk-faq h2::before{\r\n  content:\"\";\r\n  width:34px;\r\n  height:3px;\r\n  background:linear-gradient(135deg,#C4252C,#4A0E13);\r\n  border-radius:2px;\r\n  flex-shrink:0;\r\n}\r\n.hk-faq details{\r\n  background:#fff;\r\n  border:1px solid #EFD9D9 !important;\r\n  border-radius:16px;\r\n  margin:0 0 12px !important;\r\n  padding:0 22px;\r\n  box-shadow:0 6px 18px rgba(74,14,19,.04);\r\n}\r\n.hk-faq summary{\r\n  cursor:pointer;\r\n  list-style:none;\r\n  position:relative;\r\n  padding:16px 34px 16px 0;\r\n}\r\n.hk-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\r\n.hk-faq summary h3{\r\n  display:inline;\r\n  font-size:16px !important;\r\n  font-weight:600 !important;\r\n  color:#1C1C1E !important;\r\n  margin:0 !important;\r\n  line-height:1.4 !important;\r\n}\r\n.hk-faq summary::after{\r\n  content:\"+\";\r\n  position:absolute;\r\n  right:2px;\r\n  top:50%;\r\n  transform:translateY(-50%);\r\n  font-size:22px;\r\n  color:#B4232A;\r\n}\r\n.hk-faq details[open] summary::after{content:\"\u2013\"}\r\n.hk-faq details p{\r\n  padding:0 0 10px !important;\r\n  margin:0 !important;\r\n  font-size:15px !important;\r\n  color:#6B5F60 !important;\r\n  line-height:1.65 !important;\r\n}\r\n.hk-faq details p:last-child{padding-bottom:16px !important}\r\n.hk-faq details p b{color:#1C1C1E}\r\n.hk-faq details ul{margin:0 0 16px 20px !important;padding:0 !important}\r\n.hk-faq details li{font-size:15px !important;color:#6B5F60 !important;margin-bottom:4px}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"hk-faq\">\r\n\r\n<h2>About Our Clinic<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<details open>\r\n<summary><h3>Is Hippokrates Clinic located only in Bratislava?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n<p>Yes. Our family-owned private medical centre is located exclusively in Bratislava, at Apollo Business Center II on Prievozsk\u00e1 Street. We do not operate any other branches.<\/p>\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<details>\r\n<summary><h3>Do you cooperate with health insurance companies?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n<p>Yes. However, the number of patients we can treat under public health insurance is limited by our contractual capacities.<\/p>\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<details>\r\n<summary><h3>Does Hippokrates have inpatient hospital facilities?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n<p>No. We are an outpatient healthcare provider, therefore we do not operate inpatient wards. All treatment is provided on an outpatient basis through comprehensive daily care, which can often serve as an alternative to hospitalization.<\/p>\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<details>\r\n<summary><h3>Do you provide pediatric neurology services?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n<p>No. We treat adult patients aged 18 years and older. Children should be examined by a pediatric neurologist at a specialized pediatric healthcare facility.<\/p>\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<details>\r\n<summary><h3>Do you perform CT, MRI or X-ray examinations?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n<p>No. These imaging examinations are usually performed in hospitals or larger diagnostic centres. If necessary, our neurologists will recommend the appropriate examination after your consultation, and our reception team can assist you with arranging an appointment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><b>MRI<\/b> \u2013 Magnetic Resonance Imaging<\/li>\r\n<li><b>CT<\/b> \u2013 Computed Tomography<\/li>\r\n<li><b>X-ray<\/b> \u2013 Radiography<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<h2>Examinations & Appointments<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<details>\r\n<summary><h3>What does the initial neurological consultation include?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n\r\n<p>The initial neurological consultation lasts approximately <b>60\u201390 minutes<\/b>, allowing the neurologist sufficient time to thoroughly assess your condition. It includes a detailed medical history, neurological examination, and an explanation of the findings and recommended treatment plan. The examination is painless and there is no need to worry.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>If the diagnosis is clear during the first visit, treatment can begin immediately. In many cases, additional tests such as blood work, CT, MRI or X-ray imaging may be recommended to confirm the diagnosis, while symptomatic treatment can often start without delay.<\/p>\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<details>\r\n<summary><h3>Can I book an appointment without a referral?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n\r\n<p>Yes. You can schedule a neurological consultation without a referral from your general practitioner. If required, you may provide the referral at a later date.<\/p>\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<details>\r\n<summary><h3>Can I book only an EMG or carotid ultrasound examination?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n\r\n<p>Yes. You may book an <b>EMG<\/b> or <b>carotid ultrasound (USG)<\/b> examination if you have a referral from a neurologist or another physician. If you do not have one, our neurologist can perform a brief consultation and indicate the examination based on your clinical findings.<\/p>\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"hk-faq\">\r\n\r\n<h2>Infusion Therapy<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<details open>\r\n<summary><h3>What is the process if I would like to receive high-dose Vitamin C infusion therapy?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n\r\n<p>Before starting Vitamin C infusion therapy, it is necessary to undergo a <b>blood test<\/b> including creatinine, iron and ferritin levels. Blood samples can be taken at our clinic on weekday mornings, or you may bring laboratory results from your general practitioner that are no older than 14 days.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The blood tests are performed to rule out possible contraindications and to ensure the treatment is safe for you. Once the results are available, you will have a consultation with one of our physicians (approximately 30 minutes), who will evaluate your health status and determine whether Vitamin C infusion therapy is appropriate.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>If the treatment is recommended, your infusion appointments will be scheduled. Infusions are usually administered <b>every other day<\/b>, depending on your physician's recommendation and individual treatment plan.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<details>\r\n<summary><h3>Can cancer patients receive Vitamin C infusion therapy?<\/h3><\/summary>\r\n\r\n<p>Yes. However, patients undergoing cancer treatment must provide <b>written approval from their treating oncologist<\/b> before starting Vitamin C infusion therapy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>The required consent form can be obtained from our reception team.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/details>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b72682b e-flex e-con-boxed sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b72682b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc9b82f sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"cc9b82f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n.hk-cta{\r\n  background:linear-gradient(135deg,#C4252C,#4A0E13);\r\n  color:#fff;\r\n  text-align:center;\r\n  padding:60px 24px;\r\n  border-radius:22px;\r\n}\r\n.hk-cta h2{\r\n  font-size:clamp(24px,3vw,32px) !important;\r\n  font-weight:700 !important;\r\n  color:#fff !important;\r\n  margin:0 0 10px !important;\r\n}\r\n.hk-cta p{\r\n  font-size:16px !important;\r\n  color:rgba(255,255,255,.88) !important;\r\n  margin:0 0 24px !important;\r\n}\r\n.hk-cta p a{\r\n  color:#fff !important;\r\n  font-weight:700 !important;\r\n  text-decoration:none !important;\r\n}\r\n.hk-cta p a:hover{\r\n  text-decoration:underline !important;\r\n}\r\na.hk-cta-btn{\r\n  display:inline-block;\r\n  background:#fff !important;\r\n  color:#1C1C1E !important;\r\n  text-decoration:none !important;\r\n  padding:13px 30px !important;\r\n  border-radius:999px !important;\r\n  font-weight:600 !important;\r\n  font-size:15px !important;\r\n  transition:opacity .15s;\r\n}\r\na.hk-cta-btn:hover{\r\n  opacity:.9;\r\n}\r\n@media(max-width:560px){\r\n  .hk-cta{\r\n    padding:44px 20px;\r\n  }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"hk-cta\">\r\n  <h2>Didn't Find the Answer?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <p>\r\n    Call us at\r\n    <a href=\"tel:+421903788670\">+421 903 788 670<\/a>\r\n    or email us at\r\n    <a href=\"mailto:recepcia@hippokrates.sk\">recepcia@hippokrates.sk<\/a>\r\n    \u2014 we'll be happy to help.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <a class=\"hk-cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/contact\/\">\r\n    Contact Us\r\n  <\/a>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Frequently Asked Questions Answers to what you&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":66,"featured_media":43499,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-43705","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/43705","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/66"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=43705"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/43705\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":48376,"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/43705\/revisions\/48376"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/43499"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hippokrates.sk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=43705"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}