Health & Emergencies
Pakistan has varied medical infrastructure with quality private clinics in major cities like Islamabad and Karachi. Public care is very limited.
The public system is precarious and not recommended for tourists. Infrastructure is very limited.
Private hospitals in Islamabad and Karachi offer care of acceptable quality at moderate prices.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 2,000-5,000 PKR |
| Emergency room | 5,000-15,000 PKR |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 10,000-30,000 PKR |
| Emergency surgery | 50,000-200,000 PKR |
| Ambulance | 3,000-8,000 PKR |
| Raio-X | 2,000-5,000 PKR |
| Exames de sangue | 1,500-4,000 PKR |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Pakistan. Private hospitals typically require upfront payment or proof of insurance. Asteroid clients have immediate coverage and 24/7 support in their language.
The main emergency number in Pakistan is 15. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
The public system is precarious and not recommended for tourists. Infrastructure is very limited.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 2,000-5,000 PKR, while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies are common but quality varies; checking authenticity is recommended.
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