How are local medical facilities in Australia?

We asked members about local medical facilities in Australia, they wrote...

"Australia has highly developed public and private healthcare systems providing quality healthcare services to its citizens and visitors. Local medical facilities and medical care are generally of a high standard and are serviced by a range of dedicated healthcare professionals including general practitioners, nurses, specialists, and hospital staff. The country offers a range of preventative and general health care services, as well as specialized treatments depending on the individual’s condition. Australians have access to comprehensive health cover, including free or heavily discounted treatment for indigenous and vulnerable communities, making access to medical care more equitable," explained one expat living in Australia.

How are local medical facilities in Australia?

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About the Author

Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.