Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Almaty if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Yes, there are a good number of medical specialists in Almaty. The city has a full range of medical professionals, ranging from family doctors to experts in various fields. For highly specialized medical care, people usually go to the Almaty City Cardiology Center, the National Research Oncology Center, and the National Research Children Cardiology Center. Highly trained specialists in areas such as ophthalmology, cardiology, oncology, and orthopedics are available at these centers. Other medical care providers include private hospitals, smaller medical offices, polyclinics, and pharmacies. All these facilities provide reliable medical care," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Almaty, Kazakhstan.
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- What are medical services in Almaty like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Almaty?
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- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
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- How are local medical facilities in Almaty?
- As a foreigner living in Almaty, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
If you live in Almaty, newcomers to Almaty would love to hear your answer to this question:
