Rigshospitalet
Copenhagen, Denmark
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Est. 1757 1000+ beds DDKM (Danish Healthcare Quality Programme) IKAS (Institute for Quality and Accreditation in Healthcare) Scandiatransplant Nordic Transplant Network Denmark National Level 1 Trauma Centre Designation
Languages: EnglishDanish
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Partially Verified Last updated: 2026-07-07
Hospital Quick Facts
- Hospital Name
- Rigshospitalet
- Also Known As
- Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet — Copenhagen University Hospital
- City
- Copenhagen
- Country
- Denmark
- Address
- Blegdamsvej 9, DK-2100 Copenhagen Ø, Denmark
- Type
- teaching
- Established
- 1,757
- Beds
- 1,000
- Languages
- English, Danish
- Website
- http://www.rigshospitalet.dk/menu/OM+RIGSHOSPITALET/In+English/
- Phone
- +45 35 45 35 45
Specialties & Departments
Multi-Organ Transplantation (Heart, Lung, Liver, Kidney)Oncology and HaematologyCardiac SurgeryCongenital Heart DiseaseNeurosurgeryNeurologyLevel 1 TraumaBurns (National Burns Centre)Paediatric OncologyRare and Genetic DiseasesInfectious Diseases (National HIV Centre)CardiologyClinical Genetics and GenomicsNeonatologyObstetrics (High-Risk)Psychiatry (Neuropsychiatric)Stem Cell TransplantationRadiation Oncology
Accreditations & Quality
DDKM (Danish Healthcare Quality Programme)IKAS (Institute for Quality and Accreditation in Healthcare)Scandiatransplant Nordic Transplant NetworkDenmark National Level 1 Trauma Centre Designation
Facilities
1,000+ Inpatient BedsTransplant Operating SuitesCardiac Surgical TheatresNeurosurgical TheatresHybrid Operating RoomsCardiac Catheterization LaboratoriesMultiple ICUs (Cardiac, Neuro, General, Paediatric, Neonatal)Level 1 Trauma BayBurns Unit (National)Phase I Oncology Trial FacilityStem Cell Transplantation UnitPET-CT ScannersHigh-Field MRI ScannersCT ScannersNuclear MedicineLinear Accelerators (Conformal and Stereotactic Radiation)Genomics and Molecular Diagnostics LaboratoryBiobank FacilityClinical Trial UnitsHelipad for Emergency Air TransportHospital PharmacyOutpatient Specialist Clinics
International Patient Services
- International patient coordination
- English-speaking medical staff (very high proficiency)
- Professional interpretation services (multiple languages)
- Medical record review and transfer
- Pre-admission assessment for complex cases
- Insurance verification and billing support
- Visa documentation assistance
- Accommodation guidance for patients and families
- Referral coordination for nationally designated specialist programs
Estimated Cost Ranges
| Procedure | Min Cost | Max Cost | Currency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart or Liver Transplantation | — | — | |
| Cardiac Surgery (CABG / Valve) | — | — | |
| Complex Cancer Surgery | — | — | |
| Neurosurgery (Brain Tumor) | — | — | |
| MRI Scan | — | — |
Costs are estimates and vary by hospital, doctor, condition, room type, diagnostics, and complications. Always request a detailed written quote.
International Patient Safety Checklist in Denmark
Use this checklist before booking treatment abroad. Verifying these items helps protect your health, finances, and travel plans.
- Verify hospital accreditation (JCI, NABH, or equivalent)
- Confirm surgeon credentials and experience with your specific procedure
- Request detailed cost estimate including all fees
- Check if the hospital offers international patient services
- Verify language support for consultations and medical records
- Confirm insurance acceptance or payment options
- Research visa requirements and medical visa availability
- Plan adequate recovery time before return travel
- Arrange airport transfer and accommodation near hospital
- Request copies of all medical records and discharge summaries
- Clarify follow-up care arrangements in your home country
- Get a second opinion before committing to treatment abroad
Frequently Asked Questions
Rigshospitalet is Denmark's national flagship university hospital and the country's most specialized medical institution. It is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in Denmark and the sole center for multi-organ transplantation — performing heart, lung, liver, kidney, and combined transplants for the entire Danish population. It also houses Denmark's Comprehensive Cancer Center, a national burns center, and provides highly specialized care for rare diseases, congenital cardiac defects, and complex neurological conditions.
Rigshospitalet traces its origins to 1757, when it was founded as Frederiks Hospital by royal decree, making it one of the oldest hospital institutions in Scandinavia. The hospital moved to its current campus at Blegdamsvej 9 in the Østerbro district of Copenhagen in 1910. Over more than 260 years it has grown into Denmark's premier academic medical center, maintaining a close partnership with the University of Copenhagen throughout its history.
Yes. International patients are regularly referred to Rigshospitalet for conditions requiring its unique national specialist capabilities, including organ transplantation, complex neurosurgery, advanced oncology, and rare disease management. EU and EEA citizens can access care via the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or S2 referral pathway. Non-EU patients arrange care through private insurance or direct payment. All staff speak fluent English and professional interpretation is available for other languages.
Rigshospitalet is Denmark's only center for multi-organ transplantation, providing heart, lung, liver, kidney, and combined organ transplants for the entire Danish population. The transplant program manages all aspects of care, from donor coordination and organ allocation through the Scandiatransplant Nordic network, to surgical transplantation and long-term post-transplant follow-up. Patients from across Denmark are referred to Rigshospitalet when organ transplantation is indicated.
Treatment costs at Rigshospitalet are among the highest in Denmark, reflecting the extraordinary level of specialization, technology, and multidisciplinary expertise required for its patient population. Approximate costs for international patients without EU entitlement include: heart or liver transplantation USD 150,000–300,000 or more, complex cancer surgery USD 50,000–120,000, neurosurgery USD 40,000–90,000, and cardiac surgery USD 65,000–110,000. All patients should obtain individualized cost estimates before making travel arrangements.
References & Data Sources
References
- MyMedicPlus Editorial Standards, 2026
- Rigshospitalet official website — rigshospitalet.dk
- Capital Region of Denmark — Hospital Information
- IKAS — Institute for Quality and Accreditation in Healthcare, Denmark
- Scandiatransplant — Nordic organ exchange network
- University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
Data Sources
- MyMedicPlus Editorial Research, 2026
- MyMedicPlus legacy data extraction
- Rigshospitalet official public information
- Capital Region of Denmark hospital records
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