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Colombia: Expats who returned to US or Canada:

@BJM "This is a funny thread" - agree Next thing you know someone will sprinkle Monsanto GMO dust from the chemtrails . Then it will not matter because we all will be fat and sick :)

Colombia: My travels in Colombia:

You may have already tried the place. We had an awesome lunch at Helena's in Filandia when we drove to the area last year.

Colombia: I'm thinking about it.:

@Lahry As for the weather - I arrived in southern Louisiana yesterday to spend time with family near Houma. The constant wind with the higher humidity makes it damp and sticky. I much prefer the weather in the Aburra Vally.

Colombia: Expats in Medellin: Meetup:

JW, you must have seen a pic of me "you sexy expats" :) Thanks for the invite. Unfortunately I'll be out of town.

Colombia: Atlanta to Medellin:

@Timllowe You have mentioned flying Spirit in the past. Looks like my next trip to the states will having me returning on Spirit. How's the leg room in the cheap seats? I don't mind my elbows scrunched in for 3 hrs, but having no leg room gets painful after a while. Does it compare to VivaColombia?

Colombia: Medical services in Colombia-my experiences:

Sometimes I’m asked about medical services and such here is Colombia. Here is a list of the first three experiences I have had. 1st Experience: No insurance, go to walk in clinic, within 5 minutes, I see the Dr. – exam – shot 80k COP Got SURA Private with ER through GF’s policy using passport - Me – late 50’s, no issues or concerns during insurance physical and lab work – all good 2nd Experience: With insurance, Made appointment with Orthopedic foot specialist – exam – co-pay 27k COP Was told I needed EPS to cover any out-of-country medical cost (up to 3 months at a time). And needed a visa (other than tourist) to add EPS. I had gotten a visa – got EPS Cost per month (SURA EPS and SURA Private with ER) appx 500k COP per month 3rd Experience: With insurance Monday – called and made appointment with Orthopedic specialist for shoulder Tuesday – saw Dr (speaks excellent English). He ordered MRI of shoulder. Told Dr, I needed a pill to get into the tube. He ordered procedural sedation -requires an anesthesiologist Dr said once we had the MRI results in hand - call him – do not make an appointment Friday -Saw anesthesiologist. Wednesday - Had MRI. Saturday – Picked up results, sent copy of report to Dr. He said come in Monday. Monday – Dr explained issue and fix (surgical procedure)- I agreed. He asked when I wanted to do it. I asked what days of week he does surgeries – he said tell me what day you want to do it. Scheduled date. Had procedure done. Started physical therapy. Cost - initial office visit co-pay of 27k COP. During surgical procedure some item for 8k COP was used (not covered by insurance). Other out of pocket costs – meds apprx 130k COP. Do have a co-pay for PT – 12k COP Quality of customer service - excellent. On time appointments, speed through the processes, etc, much better than my experiences with US medicine with insurance. The quality of the services provided have been excellent. Doctors treat you like a human instead of a beach house payment, spends lots of time with you, well trained medical staff, modern medical equipment, etc. Cost with insurance – excellent. My out-of-pocket expenses for the 3rd experience about 285k COP (~95.00 USD). Your insurance coverage / cost may be different than mine (I’ve read the debates). You may or may not be required to have EPS (I’ve read those arguments also). Your experience may be different than mine (yep – read them too).

Colombia: Cafetero Climate?:

SunsetSteve You can find general information about the weather on the internet. As you can see, there are many differing opinions about anything and everything to do with that city/area along with nothing to do the city/area. Best to spend some time there to form your own opinion. Now, let's see who is going to grab up their toy bucket and shovel leave the sand box :)

Colombia: Keeping on topic:

The phrase "herding cats" comes to mind with forums and topics.

Colombia: Manana Time in Colombia: How it Works:

Slowly :) Welcome to some of the cultural differences. There are a few that I just totally dislike. However, I try to keep in mind that I am here to assimilate.

Colombia: Armenia To Live???:

I got my popcorn and coke - ready :)

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