@guitarlo
American expat in Indonesia
Forum
26 posts
About me
American
Lives in Pandaan, East Java
Speaks Indonesian
Registration: 19 March 2019
Activity
Can LA's tragedy become a boom for Bali? by Ubudian
All readers of this forum are undoubtedly aware of the horrific tragedy in southern California, specifically the Los Angeles area which is still ongoing.Some of our contacts and friends in that area have brought an interesting aspect of this tragedy ...
Between issues with the environment, over-development, Russian cities, crime, corruption, and substandard healthcare Bali is nowhere near an LA lifestyle and the climate doesn't compare. I don't know what you're talking about. I've lived here for 14 ... Read More
BPJS: when they don't pay the bill
I have an Indonesian wife who is stricken with a non-diagnosed blood disease believed to be Anemia. She has been in and out of the hospital for (5) years receiving blood transfusion treatment but no doctor can diagnose her for treatment versus only ... Read More
Indonesian Customs: Ordering Medication/Supplements from abroad
I don't know if "Formalities" is the right category because there isn't one for Import/Customs. I take Potassium Chloride tablets (extended-release) to treat my Hypokalemia. I took my USA med to an Indonesian doctor who told me they didn't sell that ... Read More
Make English mandatory as 2nd language by bennl
Considering how many are living in poverty in Indonesia, can anyone explain to me why until this day the government has not made proper English classes mandatory for ALL schools, not just for the ones privileged enough to go to private schools, to ...
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Moving to Indonesia solo by Cheryl
Hello everybody, Moving to Indonesia is a challenge in itself, but even more when you decide to go alone. If this was your case when you arrived, we would like you to share your experience. It might help other people who are also preparing for ...
My stories and information are about "living" in Bali and greater Indonesia Regardless of how long you stay, there is a takeaway from what I have to say. A common question I get asked by Indonesians is why. Why would I want to live in ... Read More
School Holiday Activities in Indonesia by Diksha
Hi everyone, Finding suitable activities for your children during the school holidays in Indonesia can be tricky. We'd love to hear your tips and feedback on how to keep your kids busy during the holidays in Indonesia, depending on your ...
Sorry I don't have a "holiday" idea because we home school due to schools are closed to the Covid pandemic. I'm confused what holiday are you referring too? Schools are not on holiday they're closed to the Covid pandemic. Read More
Medication in Indonesia by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Indonesia ...
If I didn't have to travel I wouldn't. I must take care of my ill daughter in America. What you are saying is if 1st World countries are a mess with the virus what hope is there for a developing country like Indonesia? Maybe not much but the ... Read More
Medication in Indonesia by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Indonesia ...
Grenadier what does your post have to do with Indonesian medicine or medical care? I visited a local clinic for a minor ear issue today. While I was there I asked the staff why there were no signs or flyers about the Coronavirus in the clinic. They ... Read More
Medication in Indonesia by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Indonesia ...
The most famous Javanese healer "Ningshi" is my neighbor. I live in Pandaan, East Jawa. Indonesians line up at her door every day and pay 10 million rupiahs each. She makes on average $5,000 USD per day. Many Indonesians still believe in ... Read More
Medication in Indonesia by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Indonesia ...
You are correct. My friend's Indonesian wife has some type of anemia and the Indonesian doctors do not know how to diagnose her. The Indonesian doctors admitted they couldn't help and recommended to go elsewhere. That's after my friend ... Read More
Medication in Indonesia by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Indonesia ...
Find a good doctor in Indonesia? It was an Indonesian doctor who told me the medications I need are not sold here in the correct dose I need. Indonesia's medications are limited and the quality of the medications will be even further ... Read More
Medication in Indonesia by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Indonesia ...
I take high blood pressure medication. The medications were prescribed by an American doctor. In Indonesia, I learned that some of the medications do not come in the correct dose. In fact, they only come in one dose like one size fits all. If the ... Read More
Expat interest in politics in Indonesia by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in Indonesia is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
Can expats vote during elections which take place in their country of origin? It depends on origin country. USA yes. There is voter abroad registration. Can you do so online or through embassies/consulates in Indonesia? Online and regular mail - ... Read More
The Expat.com survey on repatriation of expats. by Anne-Lise Mty
The Expat.com survey on repatriation of expats. Hey everyone in Indonesia, I am Anne-Lise from the editorial team at Expat.com and I am writing to you regarding a survey were running on repatriation perspectives of expats. Would you be ...
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The Expat.com survey on repatriation of expats. by Anne-Lise Mty
The Expat.com survey on repatriation of expats. Hey everyone in Indonesia, I am Anne-Lise from the editorial team at Expat.com and I am writing to you regarding a survey were running on repatriation perspectives of expats. Would you be ...
Sorry I missed the survey but loved Fred's response. I got a good laugh out of it. My story is similar and although I cannot promote myself I will say I published a book about my Expat experience that received two feature reviews in the ... Read More