Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Lima if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Yes, there are a good number of medical specialists in Lima. People in Lima can access a wide range of medical specialists, including cardiologists, neurologists, oncologists, and orthopedists. For highly specialized medical care, people in Lima typically go to one of the city's many private hospitals, such as the Clínica Ricardo Palma, the Clínica San Borja, or the Clínica Anglo Americana. These hospitals offer a wide range of specialized medical services, including advanced diagnostic imaging, organ transplants, and robotic surgery," remarked another expat in Lima, Peru.
Other Questions:
- What should I pack when moving to Lima?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Lima?
- Will I be able to find a job in Lima?
- What is life like in Lima?
- What do expats in Lima appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Lima?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Lima accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Lima like?
- What are healthcare services like in Lima?
- What are medical services in Lima like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Lima?
- What are emergency services like in Lima?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Lima?
- How are local medical facilities in Lima?
- As a foreigner living in Lima, 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 Lima, newcomers to Lima would love to hear your answer to this question:
