Tag Archives: Health care

My turn with the dentist

Posted on February 8, 2013 by

I was many months overdue for a cleaning and checkup, so I figured it was my turn to see the dentist. This was accomplished in short order for $30, and cleaning was done by the dentist himself. I’ve had trouble … Continue reading →

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A Medical Appointment, a Trip to the Lab, Mae Lewis Hospital

Posted on January 26, 2013 by

Ma had a follow up appointment with the GP, Dr Luz Visuette at Mae Lewis Hospital. I went along for the appointment this time so I was able to observe.  I found the doctor kind, caring, thorough, and very competent. She … Continue reading →

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More Encounters with the Panama Health Care System

Posted on January 13, 2013 by

Ma went back to see the eye doctor. It’s dryer and windier here now so her allergies and dry eyes were bothering her more. She got some different eye drops and a referral to an allergist. Again, we just showed … Continue reading →

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A trip to the Doctor

Posted on January 5, 2013 by

One of the most frequent questions I get from people in the US – What is the medical care like down there? My husband’s 92 year old mother is with us and she needed a little help (nothing serious, prescription … Continue reading →

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