As is the case in the rest of Italy, both public and private healthcare options in Milan are accessible and of excellent quality. There are also several 24-hour pharmacies in and around the city centre.

Italian citizens and residents can apply for an Italian health card. EU citizens can use their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to access state healthcare in Spain during a short-term visit. UK citizens can make use of their Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), which replaced the EHIC for UK citizens post-Brexit. 

Although some expats may prefer private options for efficiency or to avoid any language barriers, professionals in both public and private centres are likely to speak English. For private healthcare, it's advised that expats organise health insurance beforehand to cover these costs.

See our comprehensive guide on Healthcare in Italy for more on the country's healthcare landscape.

Below is a list of hospitals in Milan.

Hospitals in Milan

Casa di Cura San Giovanni

Website: www.casadicurasgiovanni.it
Address: Via Matteo Civitali, 71, 20148 Milan

Humanitas San Pio X

Website: www.sanpiox.net
Address: Via Francesco Nava, 31, 20159 Milan

San Giuseppe Hospital

Website: www.multimedica.it
Address: Via San Vittore, 12, 20123 Milan

San Raffaele Hospital

Website: www.hsr.it
Address: Via Olgettina, 60, 20132 Milan

What do expats think of hospitals in Milan?

"My personal experience is that hospitals have insane waiting times and often doctors don’t speak English. When I or my clients have healthcare issues, I always rely on a private clinic (great service, affordable and all staff speak English)." Read Alice's interview to learn about her experiences of healthcare and lifestyle in Milan.

Further reading

►For an overview of the country's medical system, facilities and treatment, read Healthcare in Italy

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