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Health Care in Hawalli

By Joshua Wood, LPC

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

Hawalli 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 Hawalli for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Hawalli are typically well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Kuwait. However, many expats primarily use private hospitals for their healthcare needs. Private hospitals in Hawalli are known for their high quality of care and are recommended for serious medical emergencies and major surgery.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Hawalli

  • Al-Adan Hospital: This is a public hospital located in Hawalli. It is well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
  • Al-Razi Hospital: This is a private hospital located in Hawalli. It is known for its high quality of care and is recommended for serious medical emergencies and major surgery.
  • Al-Sabah Hospital: This is a public hospital located in Hawalli. It specializes in pediatric care and is well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
  • Al-Amiri Hospital: This is a private hospital located in Hawalli. It is known for its high quality of care and is recommended for serious medical emergencies and major surgery.

Emergency Services in Hawalli

Hawalli has ambulance services that can be called for in an emergency. The ambulance services are generally reliable and come quickly.

Health Insurance Companies in Hawalli

The most popular private health insurers in Hawalli are Kuwait Insurance Company, Gulf Insurance Company, and Warba Insurance Company. These companies are used by both citizens and expats. Expats typically use these companies or 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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