Danish · B1 (Intermediate)
Medical in Danish: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Danish words for medical are sundhedsvæsenet (the Danish healthcare system), familielægen (the GP / family doctor) and udskrive recept (to prescribe). The full Danish medical phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Danish vocabulary for medical, with example sentences and English translations. This is B1 (Intermediate) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Danish to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key medical vocabulary
| Danish | English |
|---|---|
| sundhedsvæsenet | the Danish healthcare system |
| familielægen | the GP / family doctor |
| udskrive recept | to prescribe |
| recepten | the prescription |
| henvisningen | the referral |
| speciallægen | the specialist |
| sygesikringskortet | the health insurance card |
| skadestuen | A&E |
| allergisk | allergic |
| 1813 | Copenhagen emergency medical line (not 112) |
Example sentences
Jeg har en tid hos familielægen.
I have an appointment with my GP.
Lægen har udskrevet en recept til mig.
The doctor has written me a prescription.
Jeg har brug for en henvisning til speciallægen.
I need a referral to the specialist.
Husk at medbringe dit sygesikringskort.
Remember to bring your health insurance card.
Jeg skal på skadestuen.
I need to go to A&E.
Jeg er allergisk over for penicillin.
I am allergic to penicillin.
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