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Health Care in Tel Aviv

By Joshua Wood, LPC

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Summary: Dive into healthcare resources for expats and digital nomads in Tel Aviv: identify leading healthcare providers, hospitals, and medical centers for optimal care.

Tel Aviv has a public and private healthcare system. The public healthcare system is called Clalit Health Services and is used by both citizens and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Tel Aviv for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Tel Aviv are well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Israel. However, many expats choose to use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Private hospitals in Tel Aviv are modern and offer a wide range of services.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Tel Aviv

  • Ichilov Hospital: This is a public hospital located in Tel Aviv. It is the largest hospital in the city and offers a wide range of services.
  • Assuta Medical Center: This is a private hospital located in Tel Aviv. It is one of the most modern hospitals in the city and specializes in advanced medical treatments.
  • Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center: This is a public hospital located in Tel Aviv. It is one of the largest hospitals in the city and offers a wide range of services.
  • Rabin Medical Center: This is a public hospital located in Petah Tikva, which is about 20 minutes away from Tel Aviv by car. It is one of the largest hospitals in the country and specializes in advanced medical treatments.

Emergency Services in Tel Aviv

There are ambulance services in Tel Aviv. You can call for an ambulance by dialing 101. Ambulances usually arrive quickly, but there can be delays sometimes.

Health Insurance Companies in Tel Aviv

The most popular private health insurers in Tel Aviv are Clalit Health Services, Maccabi Health Services, and Meuhedet Health Services. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, although some may choose to use specialized expat health insurance providers.

About the Author

Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.


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