The best hospitals and doctors are in the major cities, so if you live in a small town or rural area, it’s definitely worth the commute when seeking treatment. It can also be difficult to find an english speaking doctor, who are most commonly found in the private hospitals and clinics. It’s important to be aware that there’s a lot of corruption in the healthcare system, with some practitioners even falsifying tests.
The following hospitals and clinics are generally recommended by expats and found to be trustworthy:
Doctors have some knowledge of English, high level of care and treatment provided.
Doctors are not known to speak English here but the hospital provides a high standard of care.
Staffed with English speaking doctors and provides emergency medical assistance on a 24-hour basis, 365 days a year. The clinic adheres to international standards of providing medical care and protocols of treatment.
One of the first private medical centres in Kazakhstan, the clinic offers a wide range of treatment, adhering to standards of high medical care offered in Israel.
Known for providing services in English, the clinic is where many international companies send their employees and offers a higher than average standard of care.
Well located in the center of the city, the clinic offers 24/7 emergency medical care and has english speaking staff. Adheres to international standards of providing medical care and protocols of treatment.
Offering treatment in english for a range of conditions, but the clinic does not provide emergency medical assistance.
The largest hospital in the country, some english is known but not widely used and offers a comprehensive range of treatments.
Offers great services for the whole spectrum of women's health; from gynecology and obstetrics to reproductive services, and also provides comprehensive neonatal, pediatric, and adolescent health care.
The clinic provides 24/7 emergency care and acts as a staging point for evacuations from Aktau to the nearest center of medical excellence where the patient can receive further treatment.
The hospital provides comprehensive treatment but it may be difficult to find physicians who can speak English.