Understanding the Health System in Uzbekistan
Summary: Learn about the health system in Uzbekistan: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan has a public and private healthcare system, with both offering quality medical care. Expats and digital nomads are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Uzbekistan, however, most expats primarily use private hospitals. People generally recommend using private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as they offer more modern facilities and better quality care. Public hospitals in Uzbekistan are generally of a lower standard than private hospitals, however, they are still adequate for minor medical issues.
Uzbekistan's Public Healthcare System
Uzbekistan's public healthcare system is called the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Uzbekistan. It is free for citizens of Uzbekistan, however, foreigners are required to pay for medical services. Public hospitals in Uzbekistan are generally of a lower standard than private hospitals, however, they are still adequate for minor medical issues.
Uzbekistan's Private Healthcare System
Uzbekistan's private healthcare system is made up of a number of private hospitals and clinics. Private hospitals in Uzbekistan offer modern facilities and better quality care than public hospitals. Private medical care is more expensive than public medical care, however, it is still relatively affordable. People generally recommend using private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery.
Uzbekistan's Top Hospitals
Uzbekistan has a number of top hospitals, both public and private. Some of the most well known hospitals in Uzbekistan include:
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 1 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 2 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 3 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 4 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 5 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 6 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 7 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 8 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 9 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 10 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 11 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 12 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 13 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 14 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 15 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 16 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 17 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 18 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 19 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 20 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 21 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 22 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 23 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 24 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 25 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 26 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 27 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 28 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 29 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 30 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 31 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 32 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 33 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 34 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 35 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 36 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 37 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 38 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 39 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 40 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 41 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 42 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 43 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 44 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 45 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 46 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 47 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 48 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 49 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 50 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 51 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 52 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 53 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 54 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 55 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 56 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 57 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 58 (public, located in Tashkent)
- Tashkent City Clinical Hospital No. 59 (public, located in Tashkent)
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Insider Tips from Expats in Uzbekistan: How to Navigate the Health System
"Uzbekistan has a well-developed healthcare system, with a wide range of medical services available. The country has a network of hospitals, clinics, and health centers that provide primary, secondary, and tertiary care. The government provides free healthcare to all citizens, and there are also private medical facilities available. The quality of care is generally good, and the country has a high rate of immunization coverage. Specialized medical services such as cardiology, oncology, and neurology are available in the larger cities," commented one member living in Uzbekistan.
"Healthcare services in Uzbekistan are provided by both public and private institutions. The public healthcare system is funded by the government and is available to all citizens of Uzbekistan. The quality of public healthcare is generally good, with a focus on preventive care and primary care services. Foreign residents are able to access the public healthcare system, however, they may need to pay for some services. Expats in Uzbekistan can use the public healthcare system, however, they may need to pay for some services. In addition, many expats opt to use private healthcare services, which are often more expensive but offer a higher quality of care," commented one member living in Uzbekistan.
About the Author
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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- Members Talk about Healthcare & Health Insurance in Uzbekistan
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- Real Estate in Uzbekistan
- Guide to Real Estate in Uzbekistan
- Pros & Cons of Living in Uzbekistan
- Cost of Living in Uzbekistan
- Health Insurance in Uzbekistan
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