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What should I do with a complaint about a healthcare professional?
If you are unhappy about the treatment, you should first talk to your healthcare provider. On this page you also find information ...
Why is it useful to check the BIG-register?
The BIG-register shows you whether a healthcare professional is licensed to practice according to Dutch quality standards.
How do I search the BIG-register?
You can easily find a healthcare professional in the BIG-register by using the Search function on our website. You can also call ...
What does 'BIG' mean?
The Individual Healthcare Professions Act (BIG Act) regulates the qualification of healthcare professionals to practice in the ...
What is a validated copy?
A validated copy is a copy with an original stamp and signature or initial from the programme concerned or from a notary within ...
Do I need to inform the BIG-register of a change of address?
If you live in the Netherlands you do not need to inform us about a change of address. If you are going to live abroad, send us ...
List of legally recognized specialisms
Would you like to have your specialism recognized in the BIG-register? See which specialisms are legally recognized.
List of approved diplomas
Check the list of approved diplomas and then consult our online advice wizard to see if you can register directly in the BIG ...
Decree functional autonomy (Besluit functionele zelfstandigheid)
The decree ‘Besluit functionele zelfstandigheid’ states that nurses, denturists and oral hygienists can carry out so-called ...
Application form exemption BES islands
Do you want to work on Bonaire, St Eustatius or Saba (BES islands) as a doctor, dentist, pharmacist or midwife? Then you will ...