Macau is more than just the “Las Vegas of Asia”. While from a non-resident point of view, one may think that it’s a tiny city, you’ll be surprised by the multi-faceted character of this SAR that attracts millions of tourists each year. Macau proves to be a unique destination offering experiences unlike any other in the region. With a multi-cultural scene, you’ll find a growing group of expats who contribute to the city’s development and advancement. If you’re considering moving to this side of Asia, it’s important to understand how the Macau healthcare system works for expats as a part of your plan. It’s quite simple and easy because of the small population. All citizens of Macau and expats who have residence permits as well as Macau ID cards are entitled to free medical care at government-funded health centers and public hospitals. However, there are also numerous private clinics and two private hospitals in the city that offer services to expats with excellent programs.
Kiang Wu Hospital and the Macau University of Science & Technology Hospital are two of the well-known private hospitals in the city. It is also significant to note that there is one main public hospital in Macau that provides free medical care to its residents and expats alike. Conde S. Januario hospital offers 24-hour emergency care and has the provision to provide a variety of outpatient care. Private clinics around the city also have provisions to offer outpatient care. On the other hand, there are seven Health Centres dotted around the different districts of Macau. These healthcare services provided by Health Centres are applicable to all legal residents of Macau while non-residents are required to pay for various services according to rates established by the Health Bureau. Bookmark this page if you’re making the big leap to move to Macau. These addresses and phone numbers will come in handy for all your medical needs.
PRIVATE HEALTHCARE FACILITIES IN MACAU
Kiang Wu Hospital
Kiang Wu Hospital provides 24-hour emergency services. As of 2016 according to its data, the hospital had over 340 doctors and over 800 nurses. The Kiang Wu Hospital offers a variety of medical services such as inpatient care, outpatient care, specialist treatment, and emergency services that are commonly available at the private hospitals of the region.
Where: Estrada Coelho do Amaral, Macau
For more details, contact +853 2837 1333, www.kwh.org.mo
University of Hospital of Macau
Macau University of Science and Technology Hospital is also known as MUST hospital or University Hospital. The in-patient department provides various types of room, from the semi-private room, private room, and VIP room, all to suit every patients’ needs. The outpatient services are open from 9:00am to 9:00pm from Monday to Sunday including public holidays.
Where: International Medical Center, Taipa, Macau
For more details, contact +853 (0)2882 1838, www.uh.org.mo
Macau Yinkui Hospital
Macau Yinkui Hospital is a private hospital located on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors of the FIT Centre in Macau. It opened in 2014 and provides outpatient and specialist outpatient services. Boasting a comprehensive and advanced medical equipment and medical support team, they have comprehensive specialist services in pediatrics, gynecology, urology, orthopedics, and more. Outpatient services are available from Monday to Sunday from 9:00am to 7:00pm and closed on public holidays
Where: Avenida Doutor Mario Soares N.°320, Finance and IT Center of Macau, 2 e 3 andar, 4 andar B e C, Macau
For more details, contact +853 2832 2283, www.yinkui.com.mo
Hope Medical Clinic Taipa
Where: Rua de Braga, No. 162-168 , Hong Yip Building, Taipa, Macau
For more details, contact +853 2883 6992
The Doctor Clinic
Where: 504-520, Avenida De Guimaraes, Taipa, Macau
For more details, contact +853 2828 2328
Zenith Medical Centre
Where: 13/F Unit M, Zhu Kuan Building, Avenida Xian Xing Hai, Macau
For more details, contact +853 2875 5242, zenith-medical-center.com
Primeiro Health Care Ltd.
Where: Various locations across Macau
Avenida De Artur Tamagnini Barbosa Nos 216-232, U I Kok, Kat Cheong Kok, Hung Wan Kok, Res-Do-Chao, Macau, +853 2840 3111
Taipa, Avenida Olimpica Nos. 588-600, Va Nam Bloco IV (Edificio Va Fai) Res-Do-Chao B, +853 2882 7713
For more details, visit www.primeiro.com.mo
Pro Medical Center
Where: Unit B, 15/F., The Macau Square, Avenida do Infante D. Henrique No. 43-53A, Macau
For more details, contact +853 28715768, www.facebook.com/ProMedicalCenter
Centro Medico Pedder
Where: Ave. da Praia Grande, No. 599, Edificio Comercial Rodrigues, 15th Floor, Macau
For more details, contact +852 832 2229, www.peddermacau.com
PRIMARY PUBLIC HEALTHCARE OUTPATIENT SERVICES
Non-Macau residents are subject to payment according to the scale of fees imposed by the Health Bureau.
Areia Preta Health Center or Hac Sa Wan Health Centre (Areia Preta)
Where: Rua Central da Areia Preta, Lote de Terra 18, Macau
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am–10:00pm
Contact: +853 2841 3178
Coloane Health Centre
Where: Largo Do Presidente António Ramalho Eanes, Coloane
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am–6:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Seac Pai Van (Coloane) Temporary Health Station
Where: Lote CN4 de Seac Pai Van de Coloane, Edifício Lok Kuan, Bloco 5, r/c, Coloane
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am–8:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Contact: +853 2850 2001
Macau Oriental Health Center (Tap Seac) or Tap Seac Health Centre
Where: Avenida do Conselheiro Ferreira de Almeida, Macau
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am–10:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Contact: +853 2852 2232
North Health Center (Fai Chi Kei) or Fai Chi Kei Health Centre
Where: Avenida Marginal do Patane, n.˚ 929, Macau
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am–10:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Contact: +853 2856 2922
Porto Interior Health Center or Hoi Pong Health Centre (Porto Interior)
Where: Address: Rua de Constantino Brito, n˚.11, 4.º a 7.º andar, Macau
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays: 8:30am–8:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Contact: +853 2892 0024, +853 2892 0025
S. Lourenço Health Center or Fong Son Tong Health Centre (S. Lourenço)
Where: Travessa de Inácio Baptista, n.˚ 2, Edf. “San Tou Kok”, Bloco 2, R/C, Macau
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am–8:00pm; Scheduled and non-scheduled outpatient services are available from 6:00pm–8:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Contact: +853 2831 3418
Taipa Health Center or Nossa Senhora do Carmo – Lago Health Centre
Where: Área A, 1.º andar do Edifício do Lago, Estrada Coronel Nicolau de Mesquita da Taipa , Macau
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am–8:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Contact: +853 2850 0400
Ocean Gardens Health Centre
Where: Avenida dos Jardins do Oceano, Taipa
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays: 8:30am–10:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Contact: +853 2881 3089
Ilha Verde Health Centre
Where: Rua Nova da Ilha Verde, Edifício Cheng I, Bloco I, R/C
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays, 8:30am–8:00pm; Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays (only nursing), 9:00am–1:00pm
Contact: +853 2831 0033
For more information on primary healthcare outpatient services, click here
CONDE DE S. JANUÁRIO GENERAL HOSPITAL
Conde de S. Januário General Hospital is the main public hospital in Macau having evolved into a large and modern integrated hospital. They offer emergency services, outpatient services, inpatient services, surgical services, rehabilitation and day hospital care, together with the recently opened Dementia Medical Centre and the Child Assessment Centre. This facility is at the forefront of medicine in the region. You’ll find comfort knowing that the Emergency Department mainly consists of four emergency units: General Emergency, Paediatric Emergency, Obstetrics and Gynaecology Emergency, and Island Emergency Station. It is committed to providing 24-hour emergency services to critically ill patients, injured persons, and pregnant women, among others.
This hospital provides 24-hour emergency services and contact +853 8390 3600 for urgent matters
Conde de S. Januário General Hospital Estrada do Visconde de S. Januário, +853 2831 3731
For more details, visit www.gov.mo
Also read: Macau Emergency Contacts to Keep Handy
References: Statistic and Census Service and Macau Health Bureau
