Complete directory of private hospitals, general clinics, and dental centers in Kuwait — locations, phone numbers, specialties, and tips for expats.
13Private hospitals
82Primary health centers
6Public hospitals
Updated May 2026✓ Sources: US Embassy Kuwait · MOH Kuwait · Official hospital websites
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🚑 Emergency: Kuwait emergency number is 112. For the nearest government hospital, the six public hospitals are: Jaber Al Ahmad, Amiri, Adan, Mubarak Al-Kabeer (Jabriya), Farwaniya, and Jahra.
One of Kuwait's oldest and most respected private hospitals, established 1965. JCI-accredited for the 5th consecutive time (2026). Full multi-specialty care: surgery, pediatrics, radiology, cardiology, ENT, orthopedics, ophthalmology, immigration medicals. CCHSA accredited.
General SurgeryPediatricsCardiologyOrthopedicsRadiologyImmigration Medical
Al Seef Hospital
Private Hospital
Established 2009 on Gulf Road, Salmiya. Full multi-specialty hospital aimed at altering the landscape of Kuwait healthcare. Comprehensive services including gynecology, surgery, pediatrics, internal medicine. Modern facilities with strong patient satisfaction.
All SpecialtiesGynecologyPediatricsInternal Medicine
Royale Hayat Hospital
Private Hospital
Started in 2006 as a women and children's hospital, now one of Kuwait's leading multi-disciplinary private hospitals. Located on the 4th Ring Road facing Mubarak Hospital. Known for treating all patients as VIP. Specialties include ENT, gynecology, dermatology, dentistry.
Established 1963 — the first private hospital in Kuwait. Long-established multi-specialty hospital in Hawalli with a wide range of departments. Part of the Fakeeh Care Group. Well-known among the expat community for decades of service.
Well-established private hospital in Jabriya serving all specialties. Conveniently located off Highway 30 between 4th and 5th Ring Road. 24-hour pharmacy on site. Popular with expat families for its range of specialties and accessible location.
Private hospital serving the Fintas and South Kuwait area. Convenient for families living in Mahboula, Fintas, Fahaheel, and Abu Halifa. Full range of medical services. Popular with expat families in the Ahmadi Governorate.
Private hospital serving the Mahboula area — one of the few quality private hospitals in South Kuwait. Ideal for families living in Mahboula, Mangaf, Abu Halifa, and surrounding areas of Ahmadi Governorate.
Located on a dedicated FAWSEC campus in Sabah Al-Salem. Comprehensive healthcare network serving the Mubarak Al-Kabeer and surrounding governorates. Modern facilities with a range of outpatient and inpatient services.
One of Kuwait's most established private clinics with two branches — Salmiya and Farwaniya. 24-hour pharmacy. Covers general practice, general surgery, pediatrics, and gynecology. Very popular with expats for its accessibility and long operating hours.
📍Salmiya (behind Laila Gallery) & Farwaniya📞1886-677🕐24hrs pharmacy on site
General PracticeSurgeryPediatricsGynecology24hr Pharmacy
Al Safat American Medical Center
General Clinic
American-style medical center in Maidan Hawalli. Covers a full range of specialties. Particularly popular with Westerners and expats looking for an English-speaking environment and American-trained physicians.
📍Abdullah Al Fadallah St., Maidan Hawalli📞+965 2224-7999
All SpecialtiesEnglish-speaking
Inaya German Medical Centre
General Clinic
German-standard medical center in Salmiya. Known for high-quality medical care with European standards. Covers a broad range of specialties with multilingual staff. Well-regarded among European and expat communities.
Part of the Yiaco Apollo network — one of Kuwait's largest pharmacy and medical chains. Multiple clinic branches across Kuwait offering general practice, specialist consultations, and diagnostics. Insurance-friendly with wide coverage acceptance.
General PracticeSpecialistDiagnosticsMultiple Branches
Specialized German Clinic
General Clinic
Well-established clinic in Mangaf (South Kuwait / Ahmadi). Serves the South Kuwait expat community. One of the more accessible private medical options for families in the Mangaf, Fahaheel, and Abu Halifa areas.
Multi-specialty private clinic in Hawalli on Al-Qahira Street (Cairo Street) near Tunis Street. Wide range of specialties under one roof. Popular with the large expat community in Hawalli Governorate.
📍Al-Qahira (Cairo) St., near Tunis St., Hawalli📞+965 2265-0700
All SpecialtiesHawalli
Al Sayegh Clinic
General Clinic
Private clinic in Mangaf serving the South Kuwait expat and Kuwaiti community. Part of the Al Sayegh group. Covers essential medical specialties with a focus on accessible, affordable private care in the Ahmadi area.
One of Kuwait's most well-known dental centers, housed in the iconic Asnan Tower building in Salmiya. A large purpose-built dental facility with numerous specialist dentists under one roof. Covers all dental specialties. Very popular with expats across all nationalities.
General DentistryOrthodonticsImplantsRoot CanalCosmeticPediatric
Bayan Dental Center
Dental
Multi-branch dental clinic chain with locations in Kuwait City (Qibla), Salmiya, and Egaila. Full range of dental services. Insurance-friendly. Known for consistent quality across branches. Convenient for families across different areas of Kuwait.
Multi-branch dental center with locations in Salmiya, Farwaniya, and Fahaheel — covering different parts of Kuwait. Known for high-quality dental work and specialist services. One of the better-known dental chains across Kuwait governorates.
Unique dental clinic in Mazaya Tower 5 — open until 4AM daily, making it one of the only dental clinics in Kuwait with late-night emergency appointments. Has dedicated operating rooms for procedures under general anesthesia. Pediatric dentistry specialist. Speaks Arabic and English.
📍Mazaya Tower 5, 5th Floor, Kuwait City📞1808-111🌐snclinics.com🕐Open 7 days until 4 AM
Emergency DentalGeneral AnesthesiaPediatricLate Night
New Smile Dental SPA
Dental
Located on Gulf Street, this dental spa offers a relaxed, spa-like environment for dental procedures. Focus on cosmetic dentistry, whitening, and patient comfort. Popular with expats seeking a premium dental experience.
Highest-rated dental clinic in Kuwait City per the Kuwait Open Healthcare Directory with a 5.0-star Google rating (119 reviews as of 2026). Located in Al Hamra Tower. Covers all dental specialties with focus on precision and patient satisfaction.
📍Al Hamra Tower, 6th Floor, Kuwait City📞Contact via website
⭐ 5.0 Google RatingAll Dental Specialties
Dasman Dental Center
Dental
Dental center in central Kuwait City serving the Dasman / Kuwait City area. Full range of dental services. Convenient for those working or living near Kuwait City center, Soor Street, and the Al Tijaria Tower area.
📍Al Tijaria Tower area, Kuwait City
General DentistryOrthodontics
Kuwait Counseling Center
Mental Health
Specialist mental health and counseling center in Al Hamra Business Tower, Sharq. Provides psychology, psychiatry, and counseling services in English and Arabic. One of the few dedicated mental health centers in Kuwait serving the expat community.
📍Al Hamra Business Tower, Floor 19, Al-Shuhada St., Sharq📞+965 2535-6999
PsychologyPsychiatryCounselingEnglish-speaking
Children's Evaluation & Rehabilitation Center (CERC)
Specialist
Specialist center for children's evaluation and rehabilitation on Beirut Street, Hawalli. Covers developmental assessment, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and behavioral therapy for children with special needs.
Specialist mental health and wellbeing center in Munther Tower, Kuwait City. Provides psychiatry, psychology, and counseling services. Serves both Arabic and English-speaking patients seeking professional mental health support.
💡 Always verify your insurance network. Before visiting any clinic, confirm they are in your insurance TPA network (GlobeMed, NAS, Nextcare, etc.) — otherwise you pay out of pocket and claim later, or worse, your claim is rejected.
💡 Public hospitals are open to expats (for a fee). Mubarak Al-Kabeer (Jabriya), Farwaniya Hospital, Adan Hospital, and others accept expat patients. Cost is lower than private but wait times may be longer.
💡 For immigration medicals (required for residency), use MOH-approved centers. New Mowasat Hospital and Wafid-approved centers handle this. Check our Wafid guide for details.
💡 Emergency number: 112. Kuwait's unified emergency number. For non-emergency ambulance: 2251-0404. Always carry your Civil ID to any clinic visit.
FAQ
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do private clinics in Kuwait accept insurance?▼
Most major private hospitals and clinics accept common insurance networks including GlobeMed, NAS, Nextcare, and other TPA networks. Always confirm your insurance is accepted before your visit. Call the clinic and give them your insurance card details — they can usually verify on the spot.
Which is the best private hospital in Kuwait for expats?▼
New Mowasat Hospital (Salmiya) is JCI-accredited for the 5th consecutive time as of 2026, making it the most internationally recognized. Royale Hayat Hospital (Jabriya) is also highly rated for a VIP patient experience. Al Seef Hospital (Salmiya) is another strong option for comprehensive care. The "best" depends on your location and specialty needed.
What should I bring to a private clinic in Kuwait?▼
Always bring: your Kuwait Civil ID, your health insurance card, and any previous medical records or prescription if relevant. For specialist clinics, carry a referral letter if required by your insurance. Payment by KNET, cash, or card is usually accepted. Note: some clinics require a deposit at registration.
What is the emergency number in Kuwait?▼
The unified emergency number in Kuwait is 112 (police, fire, ambulance). For non-emergency ambulance: 2251-0404. For poison control: 1800-567.
Can I use government hospitals as an expat?▼
Yes. Government hospitals are open to expats for a fee. The six main public hospitals are: Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah Hospital, Amiri Hospital, Adan Hospital, Mubarak Al-Kabeer Hospital (Jabriya), Farwaniya Hospital, and Jahra Hospital. Fees for expats are set by the Ministry of Health and are generally lower than private hospitals, though waiting times can be longer.