Health & Safety
Healthcare information, emergency contacts, and safety tips for visitors and residents in Pattaya.
Emergency Numbers
Police: 191 | Ambulance: 1669 | Tourist Police: 1155 | Fire: 199
Healthcare at a Glance
Why Pattaya is a popular medical tourism destination
Hospital Comparison
View All| Hospital | Type | 24hr ER | English | JCI | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok Hospital Pattayaโรงพยาบาลกรุงเทพพัทยา | Private | JCI | 4.5 | ฿฿฿ | ||
| Pattaya Memorial Hospitalโรงพยาบาลเมโมเรียลพัทยา | Private | 4.2 | ฿฿ | |||
| Pattaya City Hospitalโรงพยาบาลเมืองพัทยา | Public | 3.8 | ฿ | |||
| Phyathai Srirachaโรงพยาบาลพญาไทศรีราชา | Private | JCI | 4.4 | ฿฿฿ | ||
| Queen Sirikit Naval Hospitalโรงพยาบาลสมเด็จพระนางเจ้าสิริกิติ์ | Military | 4 | ฿ |
Estimated Medical Costs
Compare medical costs in Pattaya vs Western countries
Doctor Consultation
LASIK Surgery
Dental Implant
Full Health Check
Minor Surgery
Prescription Meds
Insurance Coverage Tiers
Choose a plan that fits your needs and budget
฿8,000-15,000/yr
Coverage: ฿500K-1M
Short-term visitors
฿25,000-50,000/yr
Coverage: ฿2M-5M
Long-term residents
฿80,000-150,000/yr
Coverage: ฿10M+
Comprehensive care
Important: Health insurance is required for some visa types (e.g., O-A Retirement Visa). Check requirements before applying.
Buying Medication in Pattaya
What you need to know about pharmacies and buying medication in Pattaya
Opening Hours
Most pharmacies open 8AM-10PM. 24hr pharmacies at Central Festival and Beach Road areas.
Prices & Payment
Medications much cheaper than Western countries. Credit cards at larger chains, cash only at small shops.
Over-the-Counter
Many medications requiring prescriptions in the West can be purchased directly in Thailand.
Controlled Substances
Some medications (e.g., codeine, certain sleep aids) require prescriptions or are prohibited.
Major Pharmacy Chains
Health & Safety Topics
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Health FAQs
Answers to common questions about healthcare in Pattaya