Is healthcare in Bangkok the best option for expats concerned about emergency services in Thailand?

June 8, 2024
3 months ago
Joe ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Is the best healthcare found in Bangkok? I am looking for destinations for people who are concerned about having access to high level emergency services. Does anyone know if there is high quality care in Ubon? If anyone knows how emergency medical care is given to Farang, it would be especially valuable to hear from you. As in, do emergency operators usually speak English? Thank you!
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around the quality of healthcare in Thailand, particularly in Bangkok, recognized for its high standards and facilities like Bumrungrad Hospital, which caters to English-speaking patients. While Bangkok is highlighted as a hub for excellent emergency services, moments of concern about healthcare accessibility in Ubon are noted. The conversation includes comparisons of healthcare systems worldwide, with Thailand ranked favorably. Additionally, there is curiosity about the treatment of foreigners without payment capabilities in emergency situations.
Greg *********
I wander what happens if you don't have money to pay
Edward *********
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Ian ********
Well Thailand ranks 9 in the world according to this and USA 38 so you know what I'm saying!!

From all my experiences with health care around the world Thailand is fantastic! USA is shit unless you are rich as!!

UK is good.

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Ning ******
Best hospital in Thailand is Bumrungrad. All doctors and Vets took part of their class in English. Just go slow and they should be able to understand you.
Kool *******
@Ning *****
it is good, but not the best. It is simply the most expensive, as it is a private for profit hospital.
Ning ******
@Kool ******
it feels more like a hotel with lots of restaurants etc to me.... does not feel like a hospital. (I hate going to hospital.)
Joe ********
ORIGINAL POSTER
What would you consider to be the best access to healthcare a farang can get?
Kool *******
@Joe *******
the university hospitals
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