Healthcare in Sweden

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Healthcare in Sweden

Sweden's healthcare system is renowned for its high-quality services and universal access. The system is primarily funded by taxes levied by county councils and municipalities. This article provides a comprehensive list of the top hospitals and healthcare institutions in Sweden.

Overview

Healthcare in Sweden is a devolved responsibility of the 21 county councils and, in some cases, municipal governments. The Swedish government ensures that everyone has equal access to healthcare services. The Swedish healthcare system is largely funded by taxes, supplemented by nominal fees for services.

Top Hospitals in Sweden

Karolinska University Hospital

Karolinska University Hospital is one of the largest and most prestigious medical institutions in Sweden. It is associated with the Karolinska Institute, one of the world's leading medical universities.

Sahlgrenska University Hospital

Sahlgrenska University Hospital is the largest hospital in Northern Europe, providing highly specialized care in more than 70 fields.

Uppsala University Hospital

Uppsala University Hospital is a significant institution in the Swedish healthcare system, known for its research and development in various medical fields.

Skåne University Hospital

Skåne University Hospital is one of the largest hospitals in Sweden, offering a wide range of medical services and conducting extensive research.

Healthcare Institutions

The National Board of Health and Welfare

The National Board of Health and Welfare is a government agency in Sweden under the Ministry of Health and Social Affairs. It supervises healthcare providers and issues regulations and guidelines.

The Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions

The Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions (SALAR) represents the governmental, professional and employer-related interests of Sweden's 290 municipalities and 21 county councils, including regions.

The Swedish Medical Association

The Swedish Medical Association is a professional organization and trade union that represents doctors. It is involved in policy development and advocacy for doctors and healthcare issues.

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