Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Rio de Janeiro if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Yes, Rio de Janeiro has a wide range of medical specialists. People in Rio de Janeiro can access highly specialized medical care at a number of hospitals, including the Hospital das Clínicas da Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, the Hospital São Lucas da PUC-Rio, and the Hospital Samaritano. These hospitals offer a range of specialized services, including cardiology, oncology, neurology, and orthopedics. Additionally, Rio de Janeiro has a number of private clinics and medical centers that offer specialized care," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Other Questions:
- What should I pack when moving to Rio de Janeiro?
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- Will I be able to find a job in Rio de Janeiro?
- What is life like in Rio de Janeiro?
- What do expats in Rio de Janeiro appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Rio de Janeiro?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Rio de Janeiro accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Rio de Janeiro like?
- What are healthcare services like in Rio de Janeiro?
- What are medical services in Rio de Janeiro like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Rio de Janeiro?
- What are emergency services like in Rio de Janeiro?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Rio de Janeiro?
- How are local medical facilities in Rio de Janeiro?
- As a foreigner living in Rio de Janeiro, 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 Rio de Janeiro, newcomers to Rio de Janeiro would love to hear your answer to this question:
