English-speaking support · International patient coordination
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24-Hour Urgent Care & Emergency Department in Málaga

English-speaking support for international patients.

Costa Medical Services coordinates international patients accessing the adult, paediatric and obstetric-gynaecological emergency departments at Hospital Quirónsalud Málaga, helping the hospital administration and receiving pathway recognise that you are on your way before arrival.

Call 112 for a life-threatening emergency. The Rapid Arrival pre-alert does not replace emergency services or clinical triage.

Emergency room, ER, A&E and 24-hour urgent care in Málaga

If you are searching for an emergency room, ER, Accident & Emergency (A&E), emergency department or 24-hour urgent care in Málaga, Hospital Quirónsalud Málaga provides dedicated adult, paediatric and obstetric-gynaecological emergency pathways 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Costa Medical Services provides English-speaking international-patient coordination. If you are travelling to the hospital now, complete the Rapid Arrival pre-alert before you leave so the receiving administration pathway has the essential information in advance. Clinical priority is always determined by triage and medical need.

Dedicated 24-hour emergency pathways

Choose the best starting point.

If you are unsure which pathway applies, send the Rapid Arrival pre-alert. The hospital clinical team will direct the patient appropriately after arrival and triage.

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Adult emergency care

24-hour assessment for sudden illness, injuries and medical concerns requiring prompt face-to-face care.

  • Cuts, wounds and possible fractures
  • Chest discomfort or breathing concerns
  • Persistent vomiting or dehydration
  • Severe pain or sudden illness
  • Allergic reactions and swelling
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Paediatric emergency department

Dedicated 24-hour urgent care for babies, children and teenagers, supported by paediatrics and on-site neonatal facilities.

  • High fever or worsening infection
  • Breathing difficulty or wheezing
  • Injury, fall or suspected fracture
  • Persistent vomiting or dehydration
  • Unexpected illness in a baby or child
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Pregnancy & gynaecology emergency care

24-hour specialist assessment for urgent pregnancy, obstetric and gynaecological concerns.

  • Pain or bleeding during pregnancy
  • Possible labour or pregnancy concerns
  • Acute pelvic or abdominal pain
  • Post-partum concerns
  • Other urgent women’s health symptoms
Complete hospital emergency department

24-hour emergency medicine with diagnostics and specialist support.

This is a fully functioning hospital emergency department rather than a stand-alone walk-in clinic. Emergency assessment is supported by hospital diagnostics, specialist teams, intensive care and inpatient admission when clinically required.

24/7 imagingX-ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound available around the clock. 24/7 laboratoryUrgent laboratory testing is available for emergency and admitted patients. Specialist supportOn-site and on-call specialties support the emergency team when required. Hospital admissionAdult, paediatric and neonatal intensive-care and inpatient resources are available.
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Rapid arrival pre-alert

Help admissions recognise your arrival.

Send the essential information once before you travel. The hospital administration and receiving pathway and the Costa Medical Services International Team receive the pre-alert so admissions can recognise the patient before arrival, have the essential information in advance, reduce avoidable administrative delays and keep English-speaking coordination available if needed.

What happens after you send
  • Your details are sent through the hospital administration and receiving pathway and to the Costa Medical Services International Team.
  • The exact Urgencias entrance, map and directions are shown so you can drive there or show them to your taxi driver.
  • English-speaking coordination remains available if needed.
Urgent assistance form

Rapid arrival details

≈ 1 min

Complete the details below before travelling. Once the pre-alert is sent successfully, the exact Urgencias entrance, directions and your Rapid Arrival Pass will appear on screen.

Is the patient aged 18 years or over? optional

This pre-alert does not reserve an exact treatment time or override clinical triage.
For a life-threatening emergency, call 112.

Practical information before you travel

What happens when you arrive at the emergency department?

The pre-alert helps prepare the administrative arrival. It does not book a treatment time or override clinical triage.

Your arrival
  1. 1
    Send the pre-alert before travelling

    Your essential details are shared in advance through the hospital administration and receiving pathway so the international-patient arrival can be recognised.

  2. 2
    Show your Rapid Arrival Pass at reception

    After successful submission, your phone displays the Rapid Arrival Pass together with the exact Urgencias entrance, Google Maps pin and directions. Show the pass at the emergency reception desk.

  3. 3
    Clinical triage

    The hospital assesses urgency and clinical priority. The pre-alert supports administration and coordination but never moves a patient ahead of someone with greater medical need.

  4. 4
    Emergency assessment and treatment

    The emergency team can arrange 24-hour imaging and laboratory tests where clinically indicated. Patients can be discharged, referred to a hospital specialist or admitted to the hospital or intensive care if required.

English-speaking assistance: English-speaking coordination is available through the international-patient pathway. Individual staff language availability can vary, so the coordination service remains available when language support is needed.

What to bring

Keep it simple.

  • Photo identificationPassport, national ID card or another form of identification if available.
  • Insurance documents, if you are using insuranceInsurance card, policy details, assistance-company information or any guarantee/authorisation already provided.
  • A method of payment if attending privatelyFor patients not using applicable insurance, the hospital will follow its private-payment process.
  • Helpful medical information, if availableRecent reports, relevant test results and a current medication list can help the treating doctor understand your medical history.

Do not delay urgent medical assessment because you cannot find paperwork. In a life-threatening emergency, call 112.

Urgent care · quick answers

Emergency room & A&E in Málaga: common questions

Practical answers for international patients who need urgent hospital care in Málaga.

Is there an English-speaking emergency room in Málaga?

Hospital Quirónsalud Málaga provides a 24-hour emergency service, and Costa Medical Services offers English-speaking international-patient coordination for patients using this pathway. Individual staff language availability may vary.

Is the emergency department open 24 hours?

Yes. Adult, paediatric and obstetric-gynaecological emergency pathways are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Is A&E, ER and the emergency department the same thing?

These are commonly used English terms for urgent hospital assessment. British patients often search for A&E or Accident & Emergency, while other patients may search for ER, emergency room, emergency department or urgent care.

Can children and pregnancy-related emergencies be assessed?

Yes. The hospital has dedicated paediatric emergency care and a 24-hour obstetric-gynaecological urgent pathway in addition to adult emergency care.

Does the Rapid Arrival pre-alert skip the queue or guarantee faster treatment?

No. It gives the administration and receiving pathway essential information before you arrive and supports the international-patient process. Clinical priority is always decided by triage and medical need.

Can I use international travel insurance?

International insurance can often be coordinated, subject to the individual policy, insurer authorisation and any guarantee-of-payment requirements. Patients without applicable cover can attend under the hospital’s private-payment process.

International patient coverage: patients travel to this Málaga hospital pathway from Málaga city, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, Mijas, La Cala de Mijas, Rincón de la Victoria and surrounding Costa del Sol areas.

Medical information reviewed by Dr Ben Harry Clegg · Registered doctor in Spain · Colegio de Médicos de Málaga nº 292911940 · Review date: 22 August 2026. Official Hospital Quirónsalud Málaga emergency-service information