Belize
Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Belize if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Belize City is the primary hub for medical care in the country, with the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital being the largest and main referral center for definitive care. San Ignacio and Belmopan are also home to a variety of specialists, ranging from OB/GYN to general and orthopedic surgeons to opthalmologists and dentists. Additionally, there are smaller medical facilities in smaller towns across the country that offer general medical care and referral systems in place for complex medical conditions. Further specialized care is often sought in larger cities such as Mango Creek and Punta Gorda," wrote a member who made the move to Belize.
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"It depends upon how serious. I would prefer to have surgeries done in the US. Initially, however, I would go to Dangriga or Belize City for help," explained one expat living in Hopkins Village, Belize.
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Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
