In Thailand, the public healthcare system offers excellent-quality treatment at competitive prices.
Travelers can conveniently utilize the country's public health system, particularly in private hospitals. Accessing the healthcare system in private hospitals is efficient and comfortable for both locals and visitors. Additionally, drugstores are readily available in business areas, communities, and shopping malls, staffed by pharmacists who can provide basic medical advice.
What to do if you feel unwell unexpectedly when traveling in Thailand:
- Travel Insurance: Check if your travel insurance covers medical expenses in Thailand.
- Locate Hospitals: Search for hospitals near you on Google Maps. We recommend private hospitals for faster and more convenient service. You can visit these hospitals without making any appointments in advance.
- Prepare Documents: Have your passport, insurance documents, and cash or credit cards ready.
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Consult a Doctor: Describe your symptoms accurately to the doctor for proper diagnosis.
If you have insurance, inform the medical staff. - Pharmacy: Common medications can be purchased at regular drugstores, but some may require a prescription from a doctor. You can bring prescriptions filled out by a doctor to pharmacies.
- In Case of Emergencies: Call 1669 for an ambulance or refer to the emergency contact numbers listed in the article. Article: Emergency calls
List of private hospitals:
Hospitals | Phone Number | Direction |
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Bagkok | ||
Bumrungrad International | +66 (0)2-066-8888 | Direction |
Bangkok Hospital | +66 (0)2-310-3000 | Direction |
Phyathai Hospital | +66 (0)2-201-4600 | Direction |
Chiang Mai | ||
Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai | +66 (0)52-089-888 | Direction |
Lanna Hospital | +66 (0)52-134-777 | Direction |
Phuket | ||
Bangkok Hospital Phuket | +66 (0)76-254-425 | Direction |
Bangkok Hospital Siriroj | +66 (0)76-361-888 | Direction |
Dibuk Hospital | +66 (0)76-298-298 | Direction |
Mission Hospital Phuket | +66 (0)76-237-220 | Direction |
Pattaya | ||
Bangkok Hospital Pattaya | +66 (0)38-259-999 | Direction |
Pattaya International Hospital | +66 (0)38-428-374 | Direction |
Pattaya Memorial Hospital | +66 (0)38-488-777 | Direction |