How are healthcare services in Monterrey?

When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Monterrey, they replied...

"Monterrey offers a wide range of healthcare services, including both public and private hospitals and clinics. The public healthcare system is provided by the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) and the Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers (ISSSTE). These institutions offer a variety of services, including primary care, specialty care, emergency care, and preventive care. Private healthcare services are also available in Monterrey, with a variety of hospitals and clinics offering a range of services, including general and specialized care. Additionally, Monterrey is home to a number of medical research centers and universities, providing access to advanced medical treatments and technologies," remarked another expat in Monterrey, Mexico.

" It depends on finances and age. If you're a professional moving to Mexico for business reasons, then you'll no doubt be given a private insurance plan. For those still young, private insurance is cheaper than in the USA but still ultimately unaffordable. Those working for public or private sector employers should automatically be enlisted in the IMSS which is our national system free to the user. Roughy equivalent to the UK's NHS, if you need something major it is excellent. For minor problems you may care to go private. Besides the IMSS, if you're not working you can enroll in the govenment's Seguro Popular system which is probably a bit inferior to the IMSS but again will protect you against major events. Next, I recommend paying monthly to subscribe to a private ambulance/outpatient service such as EMME. The price is reasonable and they come quickly with a fully equipped ambulance and medical team. They also have an outpatient walk-in centre open until late. Most pharmacies have an attached doctor available during work hours (sometimes morning only) and you can get a quick consultation either free or at insignificant cost - very useful if you need an antibiotic because these need a prescription now. ," said a member in Monterrey, Mexico.

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