Veterinarian Services

Most towns of any size will have at least one veterinary practice. Your local tourist information office will be able to point you in the direction of one close to you. In addition, veterinary services are regularly advertised in the local newspapers.

International Schools  

The Algarve is home to 3 main International Schools, which all apply to the English Curriculum and prepare the students up to university level (AICE Level):

Escola Internacional de São Lourenço, in Almancil


Algarve International Schools, in Porches

Phone +351 282 342547

Fax +351 282 353787

Colégio Internacional de Vilamoura, in Vilamoura

Phone +351 289 303280

Fax +351 289 303288

In addition, you will find the Britisch School of the Algarve in the town of Portimão . 

Pharmacies

Pharmacies you will find in most towns and in the larger towns, there will be several. 

In general, the pharmacies are very well stocked; they basically have everything,- and should they not, you can order your drug for collection later the same day. 

Local papers publish the "outside business hours" opening time - there is a 24 hour/7 day service available.

Hospitals & Doctors 

All Portuguese towns will have their own Centro de Saúde (Health Centre). These are state-run clinics, usually open from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM (and often later) where you may consult one of the duty doctors – often you can simply turn up and, although you might have to wait a while, a doctor will see you eventually.  

The larger towns and cities have, as you might expect, fully equipped hospitals, -e.g., there is a large general hospital on the outskirts of Portimão and there are several in Faro. In addition there are a good number of private doctors (including many from other European countries – English is widely spoken), most of which are listed in the local press. 

Further, there are a number of private hospitals, the most well known in the Algarve being the Hospital Particular do Algarve at Alvor (near Portimão) with a 24 hour emergency service, operating theatre, maternity, X-ray/CT-scan facilities and a range of specialists and general practitioners in residence. Your local tourist information office will normally be able to suggest a private or state medical institution to best suit your needs, your pocket and the urgency of the problem.

Hospital Particular do Algarve

Cruz da Bota - Estrada de Alvor

8500 Portimão

Phone +351 282 420400

Fax +351 282 420404

E-Mail info@hpalg.com

Dr. Med. Robert Reisert

Av. 5 de Outubro, Ed. Bia, Bloco 1, 1 Esq.

8135-100 Almancil

Phone +351 289 399182

Mobile +351 962 302288

Family Medical Center

Vale do Lobo & Quinta do Lago

Phone +351 289 398009

Phone +351 289 398411

Emergency +351 917 214 326

Clinica Verde

Rua 5 de Outubro, 85

8135 Almancil

Phone +351 289 399844

Fax +351 289 399845

Sun Bian Chinese Acupunture - Vivenda Arvoredo - Alfontes - Boliqueime

Phone +351 289 362140 - Fax +351 289 362141 - Mobil +351 916 111 565

Dentists 

When dental care is required, you will find numerous highly qualified dentists - both local and foreign to assist you. Whether you need a routine check-up or serious surgery, you will be in save hands.
Following dental clinic in Almancil for examples are highly recommended:  

Clinica Dentaria de Almancil - Phone & Fax +351 289 399749

Dr. Luis Carvalho - Dr. Dootz - Dr. Dannhauser - Dr. Castro Silva

Banks 

The banking business in Algarve is now very well represented by numerous larger banks, both Portuguese and foreign. 

Off-Shore banking is easily provided as well, e.g. services can be provided by Banco Totta, Barclays or Jyske Bank.