Panadura, Sri LankaHealth Care in Panadura
Summary: Learn about the health system in Panadura: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Panadura.
The healthcare system in Panadura is a combination of public and private healthcare. The public healthcare system is provided by the Ministry of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine and is used by both locals and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Panadura for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Panadura are typically crowded and understaffed, but they provide quality care at a low cost. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Sri Lanka. However, many expats prefer to use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery due to the higher quality of care and shorter wait times. Private hospitals in Panadura are typically well-equipped and staffed, and offer a higher level of care than public hospitals.
Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Panadura
The most popular hospitals and clinics for expats in Panadura are:
- Panadura Base Hospital (public) - located in Panadura
- Panadura General Hospital (public) - located in Panadura
- Panadura Private Hospital (private) - located in Panadura
- Panadura Maternity Hospital (public) - located in Panadura and specializes in maternity care
- Panadura Eye Hospital (public) - located in Panadura and specializes in eye care
If there are no hospitals in Panadura, expats in Panadura typically go to Kalutara General Hospital, which is located approximately 20 km from Panadura, for serious medical emergencies and major surgery.
Emergency Services in Panadura
There are ambulance services in Panadura. To call for an ambulance, you can dial the emergency number 119. Ambulances typically arrive quickly, but there can be delays due to traffic or other factors.
Health Insurance Companies in Panadura
The most popular private health insurers in Panadura are AIA, Allianz, and Union Assurance. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, although some may opt for specialized expat health insurance providers.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
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