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Health Care in Salwa

By Betsy Burlingame

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

The healthcare system in Salwa is a combination of public and private healthcare services. The public healthcare system is provided by the Ministry of Health and is available to all citizens and residents of Kuwait. The public healthcare system is used by foreigners, but it is not recommended for serious medical emergencies or major surgery.

Kuwait's Healthcare System

The public healthcare system in Kuwait is comprehensive and provides a range of services, including primary care, specialist care, and hospital care. Public hospitals in Salwa are generally well-equipped and staffed, but the quality of care can vary. Foreigners are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Kuwait, but many expats prefer to use private hospitals for more specialized care. Private hospitals in Salwa are generally well-equipped and staffed, and they are recommended for serious medical emergencies and major surgery.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Salwa

The most popular hospitals and clinics for expats in Salwa are:

  • Al-Razi Hospital: This is a private hospital located in Salwa. It is well-equipped and specializes in general medicine, surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology.
  • Al-Ahmadi Hospital: This is a public hospital located in Salwa. It is well-equipped and specializes in general medicine, surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology.
  • Al-Sabah Hospital: This is a public hospital located in Salwa. It is well-equipped and specializes in general medicine, surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology.
  • Al-Adan Hospital: This is a public hospital located in Salwa. It is well-equipped and specializes in general medicine, surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology.

Emergency Services in Salwa

There are ambulance services in Salwa. To call for an ambulance, you can dial 112. Ambulances usually arrive quickly, but there can be delays depending on the situation.

Health Insurance Companies in Salwa

The most popular private health insurers in Salwa are Kuwait Insurance Company, Gulf Insurance Company, and Warba Insurance Company. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, but there are also specialized expat health insurance providers available.

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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