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Medical care in Moldova is substandard throughout the country, including Chisinau. The quality of local clinics and hospitals in Chisinau varies considerably. Although none is up to Western standards, some do have equipment manufactured in Western countries and some staff members have had some Western medical training. A few private hospitals operate in Moldova offering some care comparable with western facilities.
The U.S. Embassy maintains a list of physicians that speak English.
In the event of a serious medical condition, every effort should be made to go to Western Europe, though the local system may be adequate for dealing with more routine health issues. In the event of emergency, travelers should attempt first to contact the local ambulance service 903, which is trained to determine which medical facility is most appropriate for treatment and will transport the injured or sick person to that location. Shortages of routine medications and supplies may be encountered. Elderly travelers and those with existing health problems may be at particular risk because of inadequate medical facilities. Visitors to Moldova are advised to bring their own supply of both prescription and common over-the-counter medications.
Prior to travel, make sure proper immunizations are up-to-date. Most pharmacies now carry imported and local medicine, although few medications are labeled in English. There are pharmacies in all regions of Chisinau, identifiable by “Farmacia” signs, and some are open 24-hours.
Tuberculosis is a serious health concern in Moldova. For further information, please consult the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Travel Notice on TB.
Information on vaccinations and other health precautions, such as safe food and water precautions and insect bite protection, may be obtained from CDC.
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The U.S. Embassy maintains a list of physicians that speak English.
In the event of a serious medical condition, every effort should be made to go to Western Europe, though the local system may be adequate for dealing with more routine health issues. In the event of emergency, travelers should attempt first to contact the local ambulance service 903, which is trained to determine which medical facility is most appropriate for treatment and will transport the injured or sick person to that location. Shortages of routine medications and supplies may be encountered. Elderly travelers and those with existing health problems may be at particular risk because of inadequate medical facilities. Visitors to Moldova are advised to bring their own supply of both prescription and common over-the-counter medications.
Prior to travel, make sure proper immunizations are up-to-date. Most pharmacies now carry imported and local medicine, although few medications are labeled in English. There are pharmacies in all regions of Chisinau, identifiable by “Farmacia” signs, and some are open 24-hours.
Tuberculosis is a serious health concern in Moldova. For further information, please consult the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Travel Notice on TB.
Information on vaccinations and other health precautions, such as safe food and water precautions and insect bite protection, may be obtained from CDC.
Prepared by our U.S. Embassies abroad. With its network of 108 offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help U.S. companies sell their products and services worldwide. Locate the U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist in the U.S. nearest you by visiting http://export.gov/usoffices.