Expats Talk about Health Insurance and Healthcare in Quito, Ecuador
Last updated on Apr 02, 2023
Summary: In Quito, Ecuador, there are several hospitals and clinics, including Hospital Metropolitano, Hospital de Especialidades, and Hospital de Clínicas. Emergency services in Quito are generally reliable, and ambulances can be called by dialing 911. The quality of medical care in Quito is generally comparable to that of the United States, though some specialized treatments may not be available.
How are healthcare services Quito?
When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Quito, they replied:
"Quito offers a wide range of healthcare services, including both public and private hospitals and clinics. The public healthcare system is funded by the government and provides free or low-cost services to citizens. Private healthcare facilities offer more specialized services and are often more expensive. Both public and private facilities offer general medical care, emergency services, and specialized care such as obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and cardiology. Additionally, there are a number of pharmacies in Quito that provide over-the-counter medications and other health-related products," mentioned one expat in Quito.
"Go to the best hospital instead of the government hospital. Use the private clinics for basic healthcare and pay out of pocket," commented one expat who moved to Quito, Ecuador.
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Expats interested in International Health Insurance should take a minute to get a quote from our trusted expat health insurance partner, CIGNA.
Expats interested in International Health Insurance should take a minute to get a quote from our trusted expat health insurance partner, CIGNA.
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Expats interested in International Health Insurance should take a minute to get a quote from our trusted expat health insurance partner, CIGNA.
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About the Author
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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