What are healthcare services like in Thailand?
We asked retirees if they have access to good medical care in Thailand. They wrote...
"Thailand's healthcare system offers a wide range of medical services, from general clinical care to specialized surgeries and treatments. Hospitals in Thailand are well-equipped and staffed by highly-trained doctors, nurses and technicians. The vast majority of them offer telemedicine, lab tests and other services typically seen in international hospitals. In addition to traditional hospital-based services, Thailand also has a well-developed network of public health centers, health promotion centers and public pharmacies. These public and private centers provide a range of healthcare services including primary care and preventive care. Furthermore, Thailand has multiple health insurance providers, offering coverage to those needing financial assistance with healthcare costs," remarked another expat in Thailand.
"We purchased medical insurance, called Thai Life, we have hospital stays only, as we are both healthy don't take any kind of meds. And we feel that it is very cheap for doctor visit, teeth cleaning, etc. We can pay out of pocket," said a member in Nonthaburi, Thailand.
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What are healthcare services like in Thailand?
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Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
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with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
