The standard of healthcare in Prague is high – in fact, the Czech Republic’s healthcare scheme has been praised as one of the best in the EU. The affordability and quality of medical treatment in the country have even made the Czech Republic a popular destination for medical tourism in Europe.

It’s compulsory to have health insurance in the Czech Republic, whether through a public or private provider. Czech citizens, residents, and anyone working for a Czech employer are automatically insured under the country’s public healthcare system and pay monthly contributions.

Although public healthcare in Prague is excellent and heavily subsidised, patients might experience long waiting periods before receiving treatment. On the other hand, private facilities may be better suited to treating expats, as they have a higher proportion of English-speaking staff and a more service-oriented approach to medical care.

Read Healthcare in the Czech Republic to learn more about the national healthcare system.

Below is a list of recommended hospitals in Prague.

Hospitals in Prague

University Military Hospital Prague

Website: www.uvn.cz 
Address: U Vojenské nemocnice 1200, 169 02 Praha 6

Unicare Medical Center

Website: www.unicare.cz 
Address: Na Dlouhém lánu 11, 160 00 Praha 6

Na Homolce Hospital

Website: www.homolka.cz 
Address: Roentgenova 37, 150 00 Praha 5

What do expats say about healthcare in Prague?

"Healthcare in Prague is excellent, but without many frills. Many of the medical treatments offered here are on the cutting edge, especially in fertility and oncology. However, many doctors' offices and most of the hospitals have a very strong Communist-era ambiance."

Learn more about moving to Prague in our expat interview with Expatova.

Further reading

►For further information about healthcare and health insurance in the country, see Healthcare in the Czech Republic

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