Khamis Mushayt, Saudi ArabiaHealth Care in Khamis Mushayt
Summary: Dive into healthcare resources for expats and digital nomads in Khamis Mushayt: identify leading healthcare providers, hospitals, and medical centers for optimal care.
Khamis Mushayt 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 Khamis Mushayt for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Khamis Mushayt are well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners (expats and digital nomads) are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Saudi Arabia, however, many expats primarily use private hospitals. Private hospitals in Khamis Mushayt are well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. People generally recommend using private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery.
Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Khamis Mushayt
The most recommended hospitals and clinics for expats in Khamis Mushayt are:
- King Fahd Hospital of the University (public hospital) located in the city center
- Al-Hada Armed Forces Hospital (public hospital) located in the city center
- Al-Hada Medical Center (private hospital) located in the city center
- Al-Hada Specialized Medical Center (private hospital) located in the city center
- Al-Hada Medical Complex (private hospital) located in the city center
If there are few or no hospitals in Khamis Mushayt, expats in Khamis Mushayt typically go to Abha for specialized medical care and for surgeries. Abha is located approximately 200 km from Khamis Mushayt by car.
Emergency Services in Khamis Mushayt
Khamis Mushayt has ambulance services. To call for an ambulance, you can dial 997. Ambulances usually come quickly, however, there can be delays sometimes.
Health Insurance Companies in Khamis Mushayt
The most popular private health insurers in Khamis Mushayt are Bupa Arabia, MedGulf, and Tawuniya. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies or specialized expat health insurance providers.
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.
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