Expats Talk about Health Insurance and Healthcare in Madrid
Last updated on May 04, 2023
Summary: There are numerous hospitals and clinics in Madrid, Spain, including Hospital Universitario La Paz, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Hospital Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal, and Hospital Universitario La Princesa. Emergency services in Madrid are generally reliable and efficient. To call for an ambulance, dial 112. The quality of medical care in Madrid is generally comparable to that of the United States, with some differences in the availability of certain treatments and technologies.
How are healthcare services Madrid?
When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Madrid, they replied:
"Madrid offers a wide range of healthcare services to its citizens. The public healthcare system is managed by the Ministry of Health, Social Services and Equality and is available to all residents of Madrid. The public system provides access to general practitioners, specialists, hospitals, and emergency services. Private healthcare is also available in Madrid, with a variety of private clinics and hospitals offering a range of services. Private healthcare is often more expensive than public healthcare, but it can provide more personalized care and shorter wait times. Madrid also has a number of specialized healthcare centers, such as the National Center for Oncological Research, which provides cancer treatment and research. Additionally, Madrid has a number of mental health services, including counseling and therapy," wrote an expat living in Madrid.
What are medical services in Madrid like?
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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.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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