What is medical care like in Tenerife?

What is medical care like in Tenerife? Canary Islands is covered by Spain's national healthcare system, so they have both public and private healthcare options. Public healthcare centres and services are generally widely available around the Canary Islands and quality of care is very good and meets international standards.

What are the benefits of Tenerife?

Tenerife boasts not only a sunny climate but after all, the cost of living is not very high compared to the European mainland. Taxes are lower than on the Spanish peninsula and also flights between the Spanish mainland and Tenerife are very affordable… as long as you're registered on the island.

How much does it cost to see a doctor in Tenerife?

You can go to a local, private medical centre where the consultation charge will be around 60 euros. If you prefer, you can call a doctor to come to your accommodation. Hotel receptions can do this for you. The fee is normally a little higher for this, around the 100 euro mark.

What is the most expensive part of the Canary Islands?

With average asking prices of just under 4,000 euros/m2, Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas are the most expensive areas in the Canary Islands. In the luxurious Abama Resort in Guía de Isora, however, you can expect to pay around 6,500 euro/m2.

Where is the poshest place in the Canaries?

The luxury of Living in Exclusive Homes The most exclusive residential areas are Tafira, Santa Brígida and Maspalomas in Gran Canaria; La Orotava, Tacoronte, Puerto de la Cruz and La Laguna in Tenerife and Puerto Calero in Lanzarote.

How good are the hospitals in Tenerife?

I can only speak in general terms as I am sure you will appreciate but the hospitals on the island are excellent. If you are on holiday in the South and you need to visit there are two you can use. The 'Green' Hospital which is by the football ground or the USP at San Eugenio.

Is healthcare good in the Canary Islands?

Furthermore, apart from the natural resources, the islands boast most reputable medical services. The Spanish Healthcare System having been ranked 7th in the world by the World Health Organization and is considered one of the best in Europe.

What is the least popular Canary Island?

The smallest of the main Canary Islands, El Hierro is also the least touristy.

Which Canary island has the best hospital?

The Candelaria Hospital is the most outstanding regional public health centres, with a score of 70.5%, ranking higher than the Doctor Negrin Hospital in Gran Canaria that scored 67.5%.

Which islands have the best medical care?

How is healthcare in Tenerife?

The highest healthcare standards As well as all the benefits of their climate and landscape, the Canary Islands have an advanced, extensive primary healthcare system, the first level of access to the archipelago's Public Health System for citizens.

Do I need medical insurance for Tenerife?

Healthcare in the Canary Islands Make sure you buy travel insurance that provides good medical cover, and check the policy detailes before you go so you know your options in case something goes wrong. If you need treatment, it may be worth insisting it's at a public rather than private facility.

Is medical treatment free in Tenerife?

Treatment in the public health system is free of charge. In Spain, you must pay for private treatment yourself.