Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology Warsaw

The Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology Warsaw is a leading mental health center with the oldest psychiatric departments in Europe. The clinic was founded in 1950 for outpatient and inpatient treatment of children and adults.

The institution has 566 beds, of which 440 are for patients with psychosis, alcohol and drug addiction, children, and adolescents with mental disorders. In addition, 126 beds serve for neurological treatment, and day departments provide another 108 places. Annually, 15,000 patients visit the institution, making it the leading psychiatric center in the country. The accreditation certificate from the Ministry of Health and PN-EN ISO 9001:2015-10 confirms the high quality of service provision.

High-precision diagnostics (SPECT, MRI, CT, EEG) and treatment of psychological problems, neurological disorders, and addictions to alcohol, drugs, or medicines are available under one roof. This approach allows patients not to waste a single second and adjust the cure during their stay in the hospital. The range of therapy includes outpatient courses of psychotherapy and counseling, support for relatives, day inpatient support with art therapy, psychodrama, pantomime, music therapy, drawing, bodywork, psychoeducational, and psychosocial skills training. The medical center also provides intensive therapy during exacerbations and neurosurgical treatment (brain and spine tumors, deep brain stimulation, implantation of spinal cord stimulators), angioplasty, carotid stenting, and endovascular embolization of brain hemangiomas. Thanks to the Thymatron-System-IV of the Somatics company at the Warsaw Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology, patients can receive high-quality electrotherapy under general anesthesia, which does not leave unpleasant memories. This technology allows them not to injure patients and use it more often. The hospital has been awarded the best neurological department in Poland for its significant treatment effect. In addition, the clinic accepts elderly patients for comprehensive treatment of dementia and age-related changes in blood vessels and the brain. The withdrawal syndrome department diagnoses and treats people with alcohol addictions assists with sedatives and hypnotics, and treats withdrawal syndromes.

The Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology in Warsaw is one of the essential institutions in the medical field of Poland. Treatment of mild psychological problems and work with severe, drug-resistant cases are available in outpatient clinics and hospital departments. In addition, participation in projects to improve gender equality, legislation protecting psychiatric patients, and quality clinical research gives the center particular importance to vulnerable population segments.

Warsaw is the capital and one of the most modern cities in Poland. Unfortunately, Warsaw was destroyed during the Second World War, but in 4 years, the entire historic center was restored with incredible accuracy and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Warsaw's architecture is a mixture of different styles that tell the rich history of Poland and its capital. Palace Square and the Royal Castle, Wilanów Palace and Lazenkowski Park, The Basilica of the Holy Cross, the Cathedral of John the Baptist, the unique museums, and the Copernicus Science Center leave an unforgettable impression on the city. In addition, there are over a hundred theatres, cinemas, museums, and art galleries in the Polish capital. A walk along the streets of the Old and New Towns allows you to take a break from the hustle and bustle of central city life. Impressive streets, squares, and cozy cafes create a unique historical atmosphere. In summer, the squares of the Old and New Towns become stages for musical and theatrical performances and open-air galleries.

Warsaw is the birthplace of the famous musician Frederic Chopin, after whom the city's main airport is named. The city is developing rapidly, so it has many kindergartens, schools, and higher educational institutions. Particular attention is paid to the healthcare system. The town has a large number of public and private medical institutions. For example, Carolina Medical Center Warsaw is one of the leading centers in Europe in the field of orthopedics, traumatology, and neurosurgery. The Union of European Football Associations has chosen the clinic to provide medical care to the participants of EURO 2012, which confirms the high professionalism of the doctors.

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