- Life-threatening emergencies: 112 (Emergency Medical Services & Fire Department)
- Medical on-call service: 116 117 (for non-life-threatening complaints)
- Universitätsklinikum Jena (Emergency Room): Am Klinikum 1, 07747 Jena (Lobeda)
- Poison Control: 0361 730730
- Pharmacy Emergency Service: Rotating schedule (see posted notice or online information)
Jena. Even today, Sunday, February 15, 2026, health does not take a break. Acute toothaches, high fevers, or a small accident at home can also occur on weekends. However, medical care for the citizens of Jena is guaranteed around the clock, even when regular general practitioner offices remain closed.
The Medical On-call Service: The First Point of Contact
Not every emergency requires an ambulance immediately. For illnesses that patients would normally visit their family doctor for on weekdays—such as a severe flu, gastrointestinal infections, or acute back pain—the medical on-call service is responsible. This service can be reached nationwide via the toll-free number 116 117.
In Jena, this service is often organized in cooperation with local clinics. The on-call service center helps provide medical care to patients in urgent cases on weekends without unnecessarily burdening emergency rooms. Especially during the winter months, when waves of colds sweep through the Saaletal, this service is essential.
When to go to the Emergency Room?
The central emergency room of the Universitätsklinikum Jena (UKJ) in Lobeda is open 24/7 for severe and life-threatening cases. These include suspected heart attacks, stroke symptoms, severe shortness of breath, or serious injuries following accidents. As a supra-regional trauma center, the clinic in Jena-Lobeda is one of the most important medical pillars in Thüringen and has specialized teams for almost all medical disciplines.
However, it is strongly recommended to visit the emergency room only in truly critical cases to keep waiting times short for real emergencies.
Pharmacy Emergency Service in Jena
Medications are also urgently needed on Sundays. Pharmacies in Jena take turns in an emergency service rotation, so that at least one pharmacy in the city area—whether in the Zentrum, in Winzerla, Lobeda, or Jena-Nord—is always accessible outside of regular opening hours.
Since the emergency service changes daily at 8:00 AM, patients should check which facility is on duty today before heading out. This is usually visible through a notice at every pharmacy or can be accessed via telephone as well as common pharmacy portals on the internet. A small additional statutory fee applies when purchasing medication during emergency hours.
Conclusion
Stay calm. Jena is excellently positioned medically. In unclear but non-life-threatening situations, use 116 117 to find the right point of contact.
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