Expats Talk about Health Insurance and Healthcare in Cebu, Philippines
Last updated on May 03, 2023
Summary: The quality of medical care in Cebu, Philippines is generally considered to be good, though it may not be on par with the standards of care in the United States. There are a number of hospitals and clinics in Cebu, including the Cebu Doctors' University Hospital, the Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center, the Chong Hua Hospital, and the South General Hospital. Emergency services are available in Cebu, and an ambulance can be called by dialing 911 or the local emergency number.
How are healthcare services Cebu?
When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Cebu, they replied:
"Cebu offers a wide range of healthcare services, including primary care, specialty care, and hospital services. Primary care services include family medicine, pediatrics, and internal medicine. Specialty care services include cardiology, neurology, and oncology. Hospital services include emergency care, surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. Additionally, Cebu has a number of private and public hospitals, clinics, and health centers that provide quality healthcare services. These facilities are staffed by experienced and qualified medical professionals who are dedicated to providing quality care to their patients," remarked one expat living in Cebu.
What are medical services in Cebu like?
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