Rio Negro-Antioquia. Medical facilities?

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GMistral Serial expat

Member since 11 September 2013

GMistralSerial expat28 June 2016 14:54:11

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Hi guys,

Could you please talk to me about the medical facilities in Rio Negro-Antioquia?
Are there Drs that speak English?
Do they have all what is necessary to treat serious conditions or emergencies (heart attack, trauma, etc)

Texas Bred Active member

Member since 09 January 2015

Texas BredActive member28 June 2016 15:21:05

A new hospital just outside Rionegro opened recently. My wife informs me that it has a good cardilogist facility. Don't know about being able to speak English for all doctors.

I just recently started using the medical services for cardio in Rionegro and I was pleased with the testing performed.

Floridaray Contributor

Member since 13 March 2016

FloridarayContributor28 June 2016 20:36:38

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Gmistral,
Hey I live in the San Antonio section of Rionegro. Great med facilities here. Some dr speak English not most. But I know a Colombian college student here that can and will go with you translate everything for a super reasonable price. She's done everything for me including getting my visa Medellin , cedula and insurance. Gratuities accepted (her not me) and I always tip her. If you want I'll have her send you her card.
Peace!

GMistral Serial expat

Member since 11 September 2013

GMistralSerial expat28 June 2016 21:00:09

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Cool! Thanks!

I do not need translations. I'm fluent in Spanish but not my hubby.
We are in Ecuador now, we know some Drs who speak English; is good to have someone handy if a emergency comes up and the only one able to speak is my husband.

Floridaray Contributor

Member since 13 March 2016

FloridarayContributor30 June 2016 15:39:46

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Gm you're welcome y take care.

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