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bladerlaur
  9/25/2019 18:37 EST

Need a doctor for my son in Quito. He is having some issues and can't afford to go to the doctor here even for a workup. I have been thinking about just coming to Quito and going to hospital on an emergency basis, but probably better to make an appointment with someone. English-speaking would be great but not a prerequisite. I have limited Spanish but will hire a translator if necessary.

user001
  9/26/2019 12:07 EST

Not sure I understand you. But sounds like you are both outside Ecuador and do not have residency / citizenship in Ecuador.

The fact you are considering flying here which mean the issue is not an emergency. I doubt if you turned up at the ER of a hospital they would see you as tourists with a non-emergency - infact I know they won't.

As to Dr recommendations, perhaps if people knew more about the illness / condition people could make better suggestions. There would be no point going to a GP if you needed a specialist.

Best of luck and I hope your son gets the help he needs

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