How will I get health care once I arrive in Ecuador? Specifically in Manta?
This video is a Question and Answer session with my Primary Care Physician,
Dra Gladys Garcia.
I collected questions from my subscribers and today, Dr. Garcia is going to answer as many questions as we can cram into our limited time.
PLEASE NOTE: For those of you that asked insurance-question, I will include those in my interview with Carlos Ramirez of Blue Box Insurance.
Questions and Answers Index:
03:13 Keratonus, Scleral Lenses – available in Ecuador?
05:09 Sleep clinics and Sleep Apnea machines in Manta?
07:27 Hospital private rooms
08:20 Seasonal or environmental issues in Ecuador?
10:43 Are prescriptions required for most medications?
12:00 The cost of my BP medicine
12:50 Would I need to travel far to see a specialist in Ecuador?
15:11 Nebilet availability and cost
15:51 Parasites in the water?
16:23 Small Fiber Neuropothy
16:47 Gabapentin
17:54 Your medical History, do you need to bring it?
19:05 Can I get prescription refills
20:44 What about Diabetic Medication in Ecuador, availability and cost?
22:19 Elliquis, and Apixaban
23:03 Diverticulosis, treatment availability?
24:17 Where did you do your residency?
25:37 Does Dr. Garcia had Hospital Admitting privileges?
26:00 Do you have any specialties that you practice?
26:38 Dr. Garcia’s biggest challenge in treating patients
28:10 Dr. Garcia’s expansion plans
28:28 Wellness programs
29:15 Is Dr. Garcia part of IESS?
29:35 Can we get CBD Oil in Ecuador?
30:50 More about sleep apnea
32:08 Draverts Syndrome, medication and treatment options
33:53 Affordable meds for type II diabetics and other options
34:34 Serious surgeries, dialysis, cataract surgery, orthopedic surgery
35:35 Cardiology treatment in Manta and Ecuador
36:46 Dialysis in Ecuador
37:01 Cataract surgery places in Manta and Ecuador?
37:37 What about oxygen therapy for COPD patients?
38:10 Can you get Dexilant in Ecuador, supplies for Respironics?
39:10 Are CT Scans, Pet scans and MRI’s available in Ecuador?
39:45 How much is a home visit from Dr. Garcia?
40:32 Homeopathic care in Ecuador
41:04 New hospital in Manta?
41:49 Brand named drugs or generic in Ecuador
42:44 Plasma enriched injections and Stem Cell treatment and its efficacy
44:30 Are there any Nephrologists in Ecuador?
45:13 What about treatment for chronic sinus infections and are there ear, nose, and throat specialists?
45:50 Antibiotics in Ecuador
47:00 Is Rhopressa available? Latanoprost?
47:30 Will your doctor be willing to refer you to specialists as needed?
47:50 Is WhatsApp the best way to reach your doctor?
48:20 Mammograms
48:42 More about house calls provided my doctors
50:05 Language barrier
53:08 Health Care efficiency in Ecuador
Some Pricing Information
Trulicity $ 91
Ozempic. No hay
Nebilet solo hay como Nabila en $ 15.90
Apixaban $42
Depakote (ácido valproico)
Cómo valcote $23
Epidiolex (cannabidiol) $40.99
DEXILANT 30 mg X 30 $16
DEXILANT 60mg X 60 $25
LANTUS solostar $15.90
LANTUS vial $ 48
Novolog como humalog $13.90 x 1cartucho
Rhopressa no encuentro
LATONOPROST COMO LATOF en $20.40
Eutirox 150mcgx50 $7.00
Dra Garcia Contact Info:
Phone – +593 098 507 0747 (WhatsApp)
Email – g-la.garcia@hotmail.com
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Instagram: @shaderdon
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Email: dshader644@gmail.com
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The views expressed in this video are in no way intended to be taken as advice on retirement, migrating to Ecuador, investing, buying insurance, or getting your immigration documentation.
I am not responsible for any decision you make after watching my videos.
I don’t give advice and I don’t recommend anything unless it is based on my own personal, verifiable experience.
I want to be sure that the information I provide is accurate information and I don’t want people to make a poor choice based on anything I say.
If one person comes here based on my influence and doesn’t like it at all, then has to return to start all over again, I have failed.
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Thanks Don. This video was a treasure trove of healthcare information about Ecuador. Dr. Garcia sounds extremely qualified and I would definitely trust her with my health when in Ecuador.
I am now concerned about parasites and how to prevent getting them while in Ecuador. Maybe this could be a more focused interview in the future…
Other than that, this interview was awesome and you are doing a superb job.
According to Bloomberg magazine Ecuador’s health care ranked 20th and USA 40th on best health care in the world.
My mother was sick, doctors and nurses were there at home for my late mom. Never seeing anything like that before, the care and love, compassion from the part of the medical team. So lucky. Although my mom passed away (she was 92 years old) she was so lucky to have such a caring team looking after her. Forever grateful ❤️
Impressed with Dr. Garcia!
Wonderful info-packed interview! Thank you Don and Dr Garcia! Now I'm really curious about the issue with parasites.
Thank ypu
Very helpful video Don, thank you. I was impressed with the good doctor, too bad we have decided on Cuenca.
Don, thank you very much for asking my question. This entire video was by far one of the most informative and important videos made for us old expats. Again thanks so much for all you do😀
thank you to both of you.. just sent an email to this great doctor.. marc from asia
Fantastic, Don! Thank you and thank Dra Garcia.
I would think medical care would be a top concern for anyone moving to a new country. Great topic and great interview!
Great interview with Dr. Garcia!
Please do a similar interview with a dentist in Ecuador ….. dental implants, costs, etc.
Thanks Don!
Just my luck, I watched for 44mins Then it times out as she is answering my question Giggles
Don, great interview. What a wonderful caring person and Dr.
Great video with very useful information.
Thanks Don! She sounds like a great Dr! I too offer free mammograms!!! 🤪
Salutations Don, wonderful interview with Doctor Garcia.
Does anyone know if Ecuador has better medical care or facilities, then the Philippines? Expats that have been to both countries, can answer this question. Thank You!
Thanks so much to both of you…
I only see this now but, maybe that's best as, I think everyone have to know….As I am planning to retire in Ecuador in a few years, I have checked the difference between Ireland and Ecuador – as I always do if/when I am moving to another country.
As Ireland is one of the richest countries in the world, I was very curious doing this research…the result was and is:
1.The "system" in both countries -.public administration etc turns out to be 100% equal – for the good and the bad..
2. Finding a home to rent or buy looks equal – price wise Equador is much better than Ireland!
3. Jobs I haven't checked as I am coming to Ecuador for retirement…will keep working online though and, know internet is as good in Ecuador as here…
4. Finally and, back to health care..
The health care in Ecuador comes out in the research as "only" 10 times BETTER than in Ireland 💕
Only thing left to say about this: I really look forward to Ecuador and have no concerns at all – maybe with the exception of earth quakes, volcanos and snakes but, I'm sure I will adapt 😊
I'll send you an email later Ms. Garcia and, thanks Don…you are an absolute 🌟 when it comes to finding the best people to interview 👍👍
Nicely done Don,
Thank you to you both. I'd feel very comfortable now seeing Dr. Garcia.
Any recommendations for an occasional over-the counter prophylactic anti-parasitic?
Muchas gracias.
What a wonderful interview..I enjoy seeing professional people with big hearts….way to go Don…hit a grand slam on this video
Very informative video. Indexing the subjects by time was fantastic! Thank you! Unfortunately she didn't answer my question about Dexilant. 🙁 How can we reach Dr Garcia?
Excellent information!
I enjoyed this show about health care. It was quite informative. I would love it if you would do such an episode about dentistry, especially orthodontics. Is dentistry as regulated and specialized as health care?
This video was by far the most informative and helpful that I have ever seen regarding healthcare in Ecuador. Thank you both so much for providing this service!
Don! Great to see you! What an incredible session. Thanks to you and Dr. Garcia for putting this together! We appreciate you working our question in to the session!
Love the pictures behind the couch. Are you painting as well?
Congratulations on your climbing subscriber count! Your work, as always, is greatly appreciated. Can't wait to meet up and treat you to dinner (or breakfast) and have a conversation or three.
Great video Don. Even though I won’t be living in Manta, it gave me a list of questions to ask and doctors to find in Cuenca. 👍🏻
Hi Don, this is a great interview, and we thank you for presenting this to the community.
We also thank you for your efforts in adding Latin American Spanish subtitles to this video.
This is not a complaint, however as loyal subscribers we'd like to advise you that at roughly the 38:42 point in the video, the Spanish subtitles go back to English.
I believe this happened on a video or two of Ayngelina's, however I can't recall how she remedied it. She had understandable initial frustration, however fixed it.
If you're willing, perhaps you could try to remove and reapply the language option, and see if it works itself out?
Again, we thank you for taking the time to make these Spanish language options available. By the way, I'm Like # 15.
Fantastic, informative video, thank you both so much! If someone is coming to see her from out of town, does she have an office to be seen in?
Great interview Don, helpful information….thanks to Dr Garcia