Health Care in Taif
Summary: Learn about the health system in Taif: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Taif.
Taif has a public and private healthcare system. The public healthcare system is called the Ministry of Health and is used by both citizens and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Taif for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Taif are generally well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Saudi Arabia. However, many expats primarily use private hospitals for their healthcare needs. Private hospitals in Taif are well-equipped and offer a higher level of care than public hospitals. People generally recommend using private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery.
Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Taif
- King Fahd Hospital: This is a public hospital located in the center of Taif. It is well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
- Al-Hada Hospital: This is a private hospital located in the center of Taif. It specializes in cardiology and offers a higher level of care than public hospitals.
- Al-Hada Medical Center: This is a private clinic located in the center of Taif. It specializes in general medicine and offers a higher level of care than public hospitals.
Emergency Services in Taif
Taif has an ambulance service that can be called by dialing 997. The ambulance service is generally reliable and comes quickly in most cases.
Health Insurance Companies in Taif
The most popular private health insurers in Taif are Bupa Arabia, MedGulf, and Tawuniya. These companies offer a range of health insurance plans for individuals and families. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies for their health insurance needs, rather than specialized expat health insurance providers.
About the Author
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