Saudi Arabia Guide: Health

One of the most important things when going abroad is to make sure that you are covered in case of accidents or illness. Our health guide provides information on health insurance, hospitals, doctors and pharmacies.

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  Introduction

  An introduction to healthcare in Saudi Arabia

  The quality of health care in Saudi Arabia is generally high and equal to that in Western Europe and the USA, except for highly specialised treatment.

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  Hospitals & Clinics

  Where to get treatment in Saudi Arabia

  The standard of health services in Saudi Arabia is high, as health care is given priority and plenty of investment, and there’s a wide range of facilities in clinics and hospitals across the nation.

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  Doctors & Dentists

  Appointments, visits & fees

  Saudi Arabia is served by excellent doctors, and there’s a high ratio of doctors to patients.

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  Medicines

  How to get medication in Saudi Arabia

  Medicines are dispensed from pharmacies, which are usually denoted by the widely used logo of a red snake wrapped around a chalice.

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  Emergencies

  What to do in case of an emergency

  If you’re a western expatriate, don’t expect Saudi Arabia’s emergency services and ambulances to be as efficient or widespread as in your home country.

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  Health Insurance

  Private health and dental insurance in Saudi Arabia

  There’s a large number of international companies specialising in private health insurance in Saudi Arabia and elsewhere.

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