Peru
Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Peru if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Lima is the largest city in Peru and is home to some of the best medical specialists in the country. The city is home to a number of world-class hospitals and clinics, including the National Institute of Health, the National Institute of Neoplastic Diseases, and the National Institute of Cardiology. Additionally, the city is home to a number of private medical centers, such as the Clínica Ricardo Palma, the Clínica San Borja, and the Clínica Anglo Americana. Other cities in Peru with excellent medical specialists include Arequipa, Trujillo, and Cusco. In addition, the Amazon region of Peru is home to a number of traditional healers and shamans who offer alternative treatments," remarked another expat who made the move to Peru.
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- Will I be able to find a job in Peru?
- What is life like in Peru?
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- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Peru?
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- What are medical services in Peru like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Peru?
- What are emergency services like in Peru?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Peru?
- How are local medical facilities in Peru?
- As a foreigner living in Peru, 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 Peru, newcomers to Peru would love to hear your answer to this question:
