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What are healthcare services like in Greece?
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"I disagree with the statement that you have to go to Athens for anything serious. I had two serious operations in my local hospital. As I have the Greek Healthcare, I only had to pay for my Chemotherapy and had excellent care before and after treatment," remarked another expat who made the move to Greece.
"Greece has a public healthcare system that provides free or low-cost healthcare services to its citizens. The public healthcare system is funded by the government and is managed by the Ministry of Health. Healthcare services in Greece include primary care, hospital care, mental health services, and preventive care. Primary care is provided by general practitioners, while hospital care is provided by public and private hospitals. Mental health services are provided by psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers. Preventive care includes vaccinations, health screenings, and health education," explained one expat living in Greece.
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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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