Healthcare

ALC Health has looked after the private medical insurance needs of companies, individuals, and their families around the globe for twenty years. As an International Medical Group (IMG®) company, many of ALC Health’s employees have been or are currently expatriates, so we understand the importance of finding quality healthcare in a foreign country.

When describing health professionals working within mental health and wellbeing, both the terms psychologist and psychiatrist are often used interchangeably in Malta. However, it is important to note the difference between psychiatrists and psychologists are both in terms of treatments provided and the conditions treated.

Finding the right dentist shouldn’t have to be a challenge.In this article, we’ve outlined the importance of good dental health and a listof dentists who can provide the best oral health care for you. Going to thedentist might not be one of your favourite things to do but is definitelyimportant for your whole body. In this list of dentists in Malta, we made surethat the dental clinics featured offer professional service in a safe andcomfortable environment.

If you are an expat in Malta looking for the right private medicalclinic, you have several options to choose from ranging from, pharmacy andlocal clinics to private hospitals. Finding the suitable private medical clinicin Malta, depends on several factors, such as; severity of the treatment required,accessibility, comfort, pricing and service.

The Maltese health care system is paid for by the public and it dates back to 1372, when Malta had its first functioning hospital. The Knights of St. John arrived in the country in the early 16th century and quickly established building hospitals as one of their primary concerns. Today it has a publicly paid health system where medical services are provided for no charge at the point of delivery, as well as a private healthcare system. The nation has a strong tradition of GP led primary care, and secondary and tertiary care is also provided by the public hospitals of the country if needed. Foreign residents are advised to obtain private medical insurance by the Maltese Ministry of Health.

While the experience of an expat can be a great deal of fun, the fact of the matter is that planning ahead for any unexpected circumstances is very important. This is where health insurance Malta comes in. One of your concerns should always involve finding a professional health insurance provider which is able to supply you with superior levels of service. Let's not forget that performing a small amount of research in advance will enable you to access targeted healthcare solutions when they are needed the most. We have put together a compendium of five variables which should always be accounted for when deciding between different firms. Let us now take a closer look.