Guatemala
What are medical services in Guatemala like?
When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Guatemala, they replied...
"Medical services in Guatemala vary greatly depending on the region. In rural areas, access to medical care is often limited and the quality of care is often inadequate. In urban areas, there are more options for medical care, but the quality of care can still be substandard. In general, medical services in Guatemala are not up to the same standards as those found in more developed countries," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Guatemala.
"45 minutes into Guatemala City provides you with world class healthcare at a fraction of the price," commented one expat who made the move to Antigua, Guatemala.
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What are medical services in Guatemala like?
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Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
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