Will I need to travel to see a specialist?

"Yes, there are a good number of medical specialists in Atyrau. The city has a number of hospitals and clinics that offer a wide range of medical services, including general practitioners, specialists in various fields, and emergency care. For highly specialized medical care, people usually go to the larger hospitals in the city, such as the Atyrau Regional Hospital, the Atyrau City Hospital, and the Atyrau Regional Oncology Center. These hospitals have highly trained specialists and the latest medical equipment to provide the best possible care," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Atyrau, Kazakhstan.