Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Ocho Rios if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Yes, there are a good number of medical specialists in Ocho Rios. People in the area can access a wide range of medical services, including general practitioners, dentists, optometrists, and specialists in areas such as cardiology, orthopedics, and neurology. For highly specialized medical care, people usually travel to Kingston, the capital of Jamaica, where there are a number of hospitals and clinics that offer advanced treatments and procedures," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
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- What should I pack when moving to Ocho Rios?
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- What is life like in Ocho Rios?
- What do expats in Ocho Rios appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Ocho Rios?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Ocho Rios accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Ocho Rios like?
- What are healthcare services like in Ocho Rios?
- What are medical services in Ocho Rios like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Ocho Rios?
- What are emergency services like in Ocho Rios?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Ocho Rios?
- How are local medical facilities in Ocho Rios?
- As a foreigner living in Ocho Rios, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
If you live in Ocho Rios, newcomers to Ocho Rios would love to hear your answer to this question: