Siem Reap has several hospital options, though healthcare infrastructure remains more limited than in Bangkok or other regional capitals. Royal Angkor International Hospital is the flagship private facility — internationally accredited, fully equipped with modern diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT scan), a 24-hour emergency department, operating theatres, and ICU. It handles the full range of medical emergencies and has English-speaking staff available around the clock. Consultation fees run $50–100 and specialist fees somewhat higher, but medical tourism rates are a fraction of Western costs. Naga Medical Centre is another well-regarded private option, somewhat smaller but reliable for a broad range of conditions. Angkor Hospital for Children is an internationally funded NGO hospital providing free, high-quality paediatric care to Cambodian children — it does not serve adult patients. The public Siem Reap Provincial Hospital handles large volumes of local patients but operates with limited resources and lower standards — emergency care is available but foreigners are generally better served at private facilities. For serious trauma, cardiac events, complex surgeries, or conditions requiring specialist care not available locally, medical evacuation to Bangkok (approximately 1 hour by air) is the standard protocol. Bangkok's Bumrungrad International and Bangkok Hospital are the typical destinations. All visitors are strongly advised to carry travel insurance with emergency evacuation cover.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best hospital in Siem Reap for emergencies?
Royal Angkor International Hospital is the best option for emergencies — it has a fully staffed 24-hour emergency department, operating theatres, ICU, and modern diagnostic equipment including MRI and CT scan. It is internationally accredited and has English-speaking staff at all hours. Go there first for any serious medical issue.
Does Royal Angkor International Hospital accept international insurance?
Yes — Royal Angkor International Hospital accepts most international travel insurance and health insurance plans. You may need to provide your policy documents and the insurer may require pre-authorisation for non-emergency treatment. Keep your insurance card and emergency contact number accessible at all times during your stay in Cambodia.
What is the cost of emergency treatment at Siem Reap hospitals?
At Royal Angkor International Hospital, an emergency consultation starts at $80–120. Tests, imaging, and any required treatment are charged on top. A simple emergency visit with blood tests might total $150–300. Hospitalisation costs $200–400/day in a standard room. Without insurance, costs can escalate significantly for serious conditions.
Is the public hospital in Siem Reap safe for tourists?
Siem Reap Provincial Hospital (public) provides basic care and is free or nearly free, but operates with limited resources, older equipment, and significant language barriers for foreigners. In a genuine emergency where no private hospital is reachable, it provides life-stabilising care. For all non-critical situations, private hospitals are strongly preferable.
Can Siem Reap hospitals perform surgery?
Royal Angkor International Hospital has operating theatres and performs routine to moderately complex surgical procedures. For highly complex surgery, specialist cardiac procedures, or organ transplants, medical evacuation to Bangkok is required. Naga Medical Centre also has surgical facilities for straightforward procedures.
What should I do if someone has a heart attack or stroke in Siem Reap?
Call for transportation to Royal Angkor International Hospital immediately — it has cardiac care capability. If the condition is severe, simultaneously alert your travel insurance company about possible evacuation to Bangkok. Time is critical for both heart attack and stroke, so do not delay seeking care at the nearest capable facility.
How do I get an ambulance in Siem Reap?
Dial 119 for the national emergency number in Cambodia. Royal Angkor International Hospital also has its own ambulance service — call them directly. In Siem Reap, ambulance response times can be unpredictable, so if the patient can be moved safely, going directly to the hospital by tuk-tuk or taxi may be faster than waiting for an ambulance.
Is medical evacuation to Bangkok commonly needed from Siem Reap?
For serious conditions beyond the capacity of local hospitals — complex cardiac cases, severe trauma, advanced cancer treatment, major surgery — medical evacuation to Bangkok is standard. The flight to Bangkok takes approximately 1 hour. Bangkok's Bumrungrad International and Bangkok Hospital are the usual receiving facilities. This is why travel insurance with evacuation coverage is essential.
Does Angkor Hospital for Children treat tourists' children?
No — Angkor Hospital for Children exclusively treats Cambodian children under 16 years of age. It does not provide services to foreign nationals, including children of tourists or expats. For a sick foreign child in Siem Reap, Royal Angkor International Hospital is the appropriate facility.
What documents should I carry in case of hospitalisation in Siem Reap?
Carry your passport or a copy, your travel insurance card and policy number, your insurer's 24-hour emergency contact number, a list of any current medications and allergies, and an emergency contact from home. Store digital copies in your phone and email. Royal Angkor International Hospital will require insurance details and identification before or during treatment.