Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
When we asked members in Boquete if they typically need to travel to see specialists, they replied...
"Yes, there are a good number of medical specialists in Boquete. People in Boquete can access a wide range of medical specialists, including general practitioners, dentists, optometrists, and specialists in areas such as cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics. For highly specialized medical care, people typically travel to Panama City, which is the largest city in the country and has a wide range of medical facilities and specialists," said another expat in Boquete, Panama.
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Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
If you live in Boquete, newcomers to Boquete would love to hear your answer to this question: