Emergency Services Guide
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers in Moldova
• Emergency Number: 112 (universal), 061 (medical emergencies)
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 25-40 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with regional hospitals
• Trauma Centers: Limited specialized centers in Chișinău
• Language Support: Romanian/Russian primary, limited English availability
Emergency Numbers
Universal
112
Police
902
Fire
901
Medical
061
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~35 min
Response times vary significantly between urban Chișinău and rural regions due to infrastructure limitations
Hospital System
Predominantly public healthcare system with limited private options, concentrated in Chișinău and major urban centers
Major Trauma Centers
Limited specialized trauma care, primary center located in national hospital in Chișinău
Specialized Care:
- Basic emergency departments
- Limited intensive care
Language Support
Emergency services primarily operate in Romanian and Russian, limited English interpretation
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