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Private health care in Andalucia
The private health care sector in Andalucia and particularly private health care on the Costa del Sol covers every possible medical speciality available. Specialists in internal medicine, cardiology, gynecology, rheumatology, gastroenterology, dermatology, endocrinology, neurology, pneumonology, urology, psychiatry, rehabilitation are just a few of those providing private medical service in southern Spain.
Advantages of Private Health Care in Andalucia
Personalised Care
There are numerous advantages to choosing a doctor at a private health centre. Chief among these is the personalised, professional, patient-centered care you can expect to receive. Doctors in the private sector are able to spend more time with patients which means they can not only diagnose and treat, but also educate those in their care.
Preventive Care
Another important advantage to private health care in Andalucia is the focus on preventive medicine. Whereas the public health system is designed to deal effectively with medical emergencies as well as illness and disease in an advanced state, the private sector not only helps you effectively manage illness and chronic disease, but is also designed to meet the needs of those wishing to prevent illness and preserve health and wellbeing.
Assessing Health Risk Factors
At private centres you are more likely to find a wide range of general and specialised medical testing and health checkups. Specialists in internal and preventive medicine can also provide a careful assessment of your risk factors and advise you regarding your own personal need for medical screening and/or lifestyle changes. Many private clinics and hospitals can offer a full range of medical testing and checkups by an integrated team of specialists on site.
Speedy Treatment
Yet another advantage to private medical care is speedy treatment. Whether you are trying to see a doctor for the first time or need to see a specialist or receive ongoing medical treatment, a private clinic or hospital will most often serve you much faster than is possible in the overloaded public system.
Health Insurance
A wide range of health insurance policies are available to cover your medical needs in southern Spain. These range from policies that allow you to choose any doctor to those that cover most clinics and hospitals to the more restrictive policies that offer a limited list of healthcare providers. Read our full report on health insurance in Andalucia.
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