Healthcare Madrid

The Spanish healthcare system is highly regarded as one of the best services in the world, and international families based in Spain’s capital city have excellent access to healthcare services in Madrid, with some of the top hospitals in the country.

There are numerous recommended general, university and children’s hospitals in Madrid, with state of the art facilities and a high standard of care, including Niño Jesús Hospital in the Retiro district, Hospital Universitario de Torrejón and the La Paz Hospital as well as many throughout the capital.

There are many different reputable maternity hospitals in Madrid with top obstetrics, gynaecology and paediatric departments offering a comprehensive service for pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum recovery. There are many English-speaking doctors in Madrid and bilingual members of staff, hospitals are able to provide a translator on request for complete peace of mind for non Spanish-speakers. There are numerous clinics specialising in the health of babies, children and pregnant women, with paediatricians and general practitioners in each of the city’s different neighbourhoods.

Alternative therapists in Madrid include specialists in homeopathy and acupuncture, chiropractors and physiotherapists. Whether parents are in search or a speech therapist, behavioural specialist or child psychologist in Madrid, there are many healthcare professionals operating in the city to choose from. 

For families looking for an English-speaking dentist or orthodontist in Madrid, there are several highly skilled multilingual professionals practising in the city centre and surrounding areas, including a top English-speaking paediatric dentist in Chamberi. 

Here is a useful list of healthcare services in Madrid, as recommended by international families based in the Spanish capital and surrounding areas. If you have a recommendation for this section please get in touch via email info@mumabroad.com.

For more information on Spanish Healthcare, visit the MumAbroad.com guide for expat families moving to Spain.