Explore Prague’s Mental Health Facilities: A Unique Opportunity to Visit Leading Institutions

Join fellow participants of the World Congress of Psychiatry 2025 for exclusive visits to three of the Czech Republic’s leading psychiatric healthcare institutions. This program offers a unique opportunity to tour the Prague Psychiatric Clinic, Prague Psychiatric Hospital and the National Institute of Mental Health. Connect with local professionals and gain insights into the Czech mental health system.

These visits are ticketed and you need to book your spot in advance. Limited spots are available for each visit, so don’t miss out!

Benefits

• Exclusive Access: Get behind-the-scenes access to three major psychiatric facilities in the Czech Republic.
• Networking: Engage with local healthcare providers and fellow psychiatrists worldwide.
• Learning Opportunities: Observe clinical practices, visit specialized departments, and participate in Q&A sessions with leading psychiatric professionals.
• Guided Tours: Enjoy guided tours led by hospital staff, showcasing various psychiatric facilities and services.

Eligibility

• Open to registered WCP 2025 attendees. Spaces are limited so early registration is recommended.
• 20 EUR fee is required to cover administrative costs.
• Already registered participants will receive an individual link to register for the hospital visits by e-mail.

Prague Psychiatric Hospital

Located in the Bohnice district, the Prague Psychiatric Hospital (Psychiatrická nemocnice Bohnice) is one of the largest and most established psychiatric facilities in the Czech Republic, offering comprehensive mental health services and treatment programs for a wide range of conditions. Its commitment to patient care and innovation in psychiatric practice makes it a key player in the country’s mental health landscape. For more information, visit the official website.

Details for the visit:

• Address: Ústavní 91, 181 00 Praha 8
• Departure: 13:20 from the Prague Congress Center
• Hospital tour: 14:00 – 15:30

Prague Psychiatric Clinic

VFN Psychiatric Clinic is an accredited workplace in the field of psychiatry and at the same time is part of the system of comprehensive care and postgraduate education in psychiatry. It provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment care for patients with mental disorders in an acute state in standard inpatient wards and super-consultative care for patients who are difficult to diagnose, drug-resistant or otherwise complicated. The department uses the latest treatment methods, such as repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation of the brain. For more information, visit the official website.

Details for the visit:

• Address: Ke Karlovu 11, 128 08 Praha 2
• Departure: 10:40 from the Prague Congress Center
• Hospital tour: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Curent practice of ECT at the Prague Psychiatric Clinic 
  • Presentation of premises and history of Prague Psychiatric Clinic 

National Institute of Mental Health

The National Institute of Mental Health (Národní ústav duševního zdraví) in Klecany is a leading research institution specializing in psychiatric research, clinical trials, and neurobiology. It aims to advance understanding of mental health disorders and develop more effective treatments through its state-of-the-art facilities and interdisciplinary research. For more information, visit the official website.

Details for the visit:

• Address: Topolová 748, 250 67 Klecany
• Departure: 13:10 from the Prague Congress Center
• Hospital tour: 14:00 – 15:30
  • Introduction, history and present of the Institute
  • Visit of the inpatient unit