
Last updated on Feb 09, 2022
Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees discuss what it is like to live in Coronado, Panama: Cost of living, Finding a home, Meeting People and more.
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Coronado, they said:
"Panama is NOT a good place for people with a "Service Dog" or a "Guide Dog". In general, many people are scared of all dogs because most dogs in Panama are GUARD DOGS for their property. Panama is behind the times in its thinking about "Service Dogs". In Canada (and the USA) all Service and Guide dogs are accepted everywhere. People who have such a "partner" really need that dog in their life. He is their "lifeline". They are highly trained and do not bother other people. Their main interest is the care of their owner! They DO NOT have "accidents" and they do not bother other people. 99% of the time they are very friendly with all people they meet. In Canada & USA the Service Dogs are fully accepted and allowed to go everywhere their owner wants to go. That includes all stores, clinics, businesses and restaurants. This is a fact of the 20th Century. Panama needs to catch up! These dogs are highly trained and get to need their owner as much as the owner needs them," remarked another expat living in Coronado, Panama.
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Coronado, Panama: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Coronado
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Coronado, Panama: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Coronado
Panama Forum
Meet other people living in Coronado.
Expats and global nomads in Coronado share their experiences with health insurance, healthcare in Panama, local hospitals and specialists, quality of medical care and more.
Expats offer advice about everything you need to know before moving to Coronado: what to bring (and what to leave behind), how to find housing and more.
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats and digital nomads have to say about the pros and cons of living in Coronado, Panama.
Expats talk about what it's like living in Coronado, Panama: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What Newcomers to Coronado Should Know
Contribute
Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Coronado.
An expat in Coronado, Panama recommends Dr. Levy for general care. She has health insurance, but explained that his fees are low even if you don't have insurance.
A retiree to Coronado, Panama enjoys the relaxed lifestyle and friendly locals. The biggest challenge to retiring there has been the difficulty having his service dog accepted in the same way it would be accepted everywhere in the United States. Most locals view dogs as guard dogs and there are no special accommodations for service dogs.
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