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Health Care in Dar es Salaam

By Betsy Burlingame

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Summary: Health Care in Dar es Salaam: Locate providers, hospitals, and medical centers to find the best health services available for expats and nomads.

The healthcare system in Dar es Salaam is a mix of public and private healthcare. The public healthcare system is called the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and is used by both locals and foreigners. However, many people do not recommend using public hospitals in Dar es Salaam for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Dar es Salaam are often overcrowded and understaffed, and the quality of care can be inconsistent. Foreigners (expats and digital nomads) are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Tanzania, but many prefer to use private hospitals for better quality care. Private hospitals in Dar es Salaam are generally well-equipped and offer a higher standard of care than public hospitals. Expats typically use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as they are more reliable and offer better quality care.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Dar es Salaam

There are several recommended clinics and hospitals in Dar es Salaam for expats. The Aga Khan Hospital is a private hospital located in the Oysterbay area of Dar es Salaam. It offers a range of services, including emergency care, general surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. The Muhimbili National Hospital is a public hospital located in the city center. It offers a range of services, including emergency care, general surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. The Muhimbili Orthopedic Institute is a public hospital located in the city center that specializes in orthopedic care. The Ocean Road Cancer Institute is a public hospital located in the city center that specializes in cancer care. The Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences is a public university located in the city center that offers a range of medical services.

Emergency Services in Dar es Salaam

There are ambulance services in Dar es Salaam. The emergency number is 112 and ambulances usually arrive within 30 minutes.

Health Insurance Companies in Dar es Salaam

The most popular private health insurers in Dar es Salaam are Jubilee Insurance, AAR Insurance, and Resolution Health Insurance. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, although some may opt for specialized expat health insurance providers.

About the Author

Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.


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