If you are living and working in Panama, you may be wondering what kind of healthcare you can expect to receive. This will depend to some extent on whether you choose to use the public or the private healthcare sector. We will look at all aspects of the Panamanian healthcare system below and consider some … Read more

Healthcare in Panama is of a good standard, and there are numerous pharmacies across the country. You should therefore have little difficulty in accessing your prescription medication. There are restrictions on some drugs, however, as mentioned below.  What is available? Panamanian drug laws are strict. If you have any queries about your prescription, contact immigration … Read more

If you are intending to give birth in Panama, you will need to make a decision early on regarding whether to use the public or the private sector. In general, the public system is of a good standard in the cities, but it may be less so in more rural areas. The private sector is … Read more

Panama has a two-tier health system, divided between the state sector, with a form of national insurance, and the private healthcare market. The public sector is funded by the Ministerio de Salud (MINSA) and the Social Security Fund (Caja de Seguro Social or CSS), using contributions from employers and employees. These operate separate facilities, and … Read more

Panama has a two-tier health insurance system, divided between national insurance and the private sector. The public sector is funded by the Ministerio de Salud (MINSA) and the Social Security Fund (Caja de Seguro Social/CSS), using contributions from employers and employees. These operate separate facilities, and the Caja de Seguro Social also runs a pension … Read more

If you are intending to live and work in Panama, you will be pleased to know that there are plenty of opportunities to keep fit and healthy there. Sports are popular. The country’s national sport is baseball, and the national team is highly ranked globally.Football is also popular, and the Panamanian national team, the “Marea … Read more

How much you will have to pay for health procedures in Panama will depend on whether you access the public or the private sector. If you are registered with the Social Security Fund (Caja de Seguro Social or CSS), your costs will be very low, but since the country is a growing market for medical … Read more

Public healthcare provision in Panama is generally of a good standard in urban areas, but less so in rural and remote parts of the country. You will find good provision for both dental and eye care in Panama, particularly in Panama City, and especially in the private sector.Treatment is significantly cheaper in Panama than in … Read more

Panama’s healthcare system can vary greatly depending on which part of the country you live in. The system is not perfect, but most expats have had positive experiences. The better quality facilities and medical staff are mainly located in the capital of Panama City. However other areas are also seeing improvements. Private healthcare Expats will … Read more

Panama offers healthcare facilities of good quality, with modern hospitals in all metropolitan areas. Some of the medicals centers are the most advanced in Latin America. Moreover, the Panamanian health authorities often take immediate steps to control any health problems that seem to be on the rise. However, healthcare in Panama is quite different as … Read more