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ellamarie
Joined: 13 Mar 2006
Posts: 18
Location: Korea
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 Posted: Sun Apr 02, 2006 10:10 pm Post subject: Medical issue/Medical care in Asia |
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| I'm planning to go overseas to teach but I have a medical issue that I have to consider. It's not life threatening but not something I can ignore for months or years at a time. I will have to have check-ups every few months and possibly have some medical procedures done also. I know this is vague, but I assume no one wants details. I guess the problem is that I really want to go overseas and I would be able to, but I need to know that I will be able to find quality medical care that meets US standards with a doctor who speaks and understands English well. I am considering teaching in Asia, probably in Korea, Taiwan, or China. Any advice or suggestions? |
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ls650
Joined: 10 May 2003
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Location: British Columbia
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Korea or Taiwan, no problem. Just make sure your school provides medical insurance.
China, I can't say, though I suspect that at a larger city at least it should be no problem. |
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tedkarma
Joined: 17 May 2004
Posts: 1598
Location: The World is my Oyster
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In most countries you'll find international hospitals of fairly decent standards in the capital cities.
Carry your own insurance - otherwise everything can become the topic of discussion at work. It also allows you consistent coverage on vacation and when/if you change countries. Most insurance coverage at language schools is of very poor quality and coverage.
Many people working overseas have medical issues and problems - particularly us older (50+) teachers. I do - and I think I have experienced better care in Thailand than I ever got in the USA.
Medical issues are just a part of life and quite managable overseas. |
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acwilliams
Joined: 17 Feb 2006
Posts: 68
Location: Now in China, soon moving on
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| Posted: Mon Apr 03, 2006 3:48 am Post subject: |
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ted karma wrote:
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| Carry your own insurance - otherwise everything can become the topic of discussion at work. |
Agreed! Also, bear in mind that whatever insurance you have (your own, or provided through the school), you usually have to pay the first $100 or so of medical costs yourself, each time you get treatment. Thus, it can be pricey if you need to see a doctor regularly, so factor this into your financial planning.
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| China, I can't say, though I suspect that at a larger city at least it should be no problem. |
There are good hospitals in major cities throughout China, but if you want/need the most advanced medical care with an English-speaking doctor, you probably won't get this anywhere but Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen or Hong Kong.
The best hospitals I've seen in Asia were in Thailand. |
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