Brazil
Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Brazil if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Brazil offers an array of highly qualified medical specialists in a variety of cities and areas throughout the country. Sao Paulo, the largest city in Brazil, is home to one of the best selections of specialized medical professionals. Rio de Janeiro is also home to a number of excellent hospitals and clinics, many of which are staffed with highly skilled medical personnel. The capital city of Brasilia is also home to many medical specialists, as well as a variety of specialists who focus on providing personalized care. Other cities and areas of Brazil with a reputation for great medical care include Belo Horizonte, Florianopolis, and Porto Alegre," explained one expat living in Brazil.
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"Natal, Bazil has a number of specialists for a range of health issues that you would normally find in a large city. My doctor is a Cardiologist who is well trained and enjoys a very good professional reputation. But doctors here take on patients regardless of their specialty. My wife has had some skin issues requiring specialist in dermatology and some out-patient surgeries. Excellent care and facilities with many of these doctors do speak English. All covered by our paid for insurance," said another expat in Natal, Brazil.
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- What do I need to know before moving to Brazil?
- How do I find a place to live in Brazil?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Brazil?
- What is the average cost of housing in Brazil?
- Should I buy or rent a home in Brazil?
- What should I pack when moving to Brazil?
- What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Brazil?
- Why do people move to Brazil?
- What are healthcare services like in Brazil?
- What are medical services in Brazil like?
- What are typical rents in Brazil?
- What appliances are typically included in a rental?
Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
If you live in Brazil, newcomers to Brazil would love to hear your answer to this question:
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.
