Ukrainian-speaking doctors in Portugal

Why is it difficult to find a Ukrainian-speaking doctor in Portugal?

Many challenges in finding a Ukrainian-speaking doctor in Portugal are due to the lack of such experts in this country, as well as the language barrier.

Portuguese is the official language here. Most of the doctors in Portugal speak Portuguese, which creates obstacles for the Ukrainian-speaking patients as they hardly can communicate with the doctor and understand medical terms.

In addition, the number of Ukrainian-speaking immigrants in Portugal is not as large as in other European countries. This significantly reduces the chances to find Ukrainian-speaking doctors in Portugal, especially in the locations far from large cities such as Porto, Lisbon.

Where and how to find a Ukrainian-speaking doctor in Portugal?

If you need to find a Ukrainian-speaking doctor in Portugal, try the following options

● get in touch with the Ukrainian-speaking community in Portugal, the embassy of your country;

● search for the Portuguese healthcare websites in Google to find doctors who speak Ukrainian;

● contact international medical centers and clinics as they have patients from other countries. Most often, their staff speak different languages, including Ukrainian;

● request in the Ukrainian-speaking groups on social networks, such as Facebook or LinkedIn, and ask for the reference on a Ukrainian-speaking doctor in Portugal.

If you have found a Ukrainian-speaking doctor, make sure that the he has the required certification and license to practice in Portugal.

How to book an appointment with a doctor?

The Portuguese National Health System (SNS) has specific procedures when it comes to booking an appointment with a doctor. In some cases, you may need to contact your family doctor first to get a referral to the expert you need. Sometimes there is an extra charge for an appointment with a specialist, depending on the type of service and your status. If everything is clear, you have several options to make an appointment with a Ukrainian-speaking doctor in Portugal.

The first option is to use the online booking. For that, you must register on the website of the Portuguese National Health System (SNS) or on the websites of private clinics, create an account, and select a doctor and the time.

The second option is to call the medical center or clinic to book an appointment. You can find the phone number on a clinic's website or via the Information Service.

However, in most cases you must speak Portuguese.

What is the charge for a consultation with a doctor in Portugal?

The charge for a consultation with a Ukrainian-speaking doctor in Portugal depends on the doctor's field, the type of consultation, and your status in the health care system.

The national health care system in Portugal (SNS) established the charges of 5-7 euros for an appointment with a family doctor, and 15-20 euros with a narrow expert. However, if you are not a native or a Portuguese resident, they may charge you extra for healthcare services, which significantly increases the final bill.

In private clinics and medical centers, the charge for the consultation is much higher, especially if you visit a narrow expert. The charge varies depending on the type of service, the doctor's experience, as well as other factors, and can range from 30 to 100 euros and more per a visit.

In any case, before making an appointment with a doctor, clarify the cost of his services.

Online consultation with a doctor in Portugal

If you do not have the opportunity to make an in-person visit to a doctor, there are several ways to get a professional online consultation in Portugal.

In most cases, patients can get a doctor's consultation on the phone. For that, you just call a healthcare center or clinic and book a telephone consultation. The doctor or nurse may ask you clarifying questions about your health, symptoms, and advise further treatment.

Another way is an online consultation with a doctor. Many private clinics and hospitals also provide online consultations with doctors, some of them have platforms, while others prefer the messengers such as WhatsApp or Skype.

Choosing an option for an online consultation with a doctor in Portugal make sure that the online platform or private clinic have license and meets the standards of quality and privacy of medical services.

Advantages of Video-Doc online doctor consultation

Video-Doc is an online platform that deliver consultations with Ukrainian-speaking doctors for citizens of Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus and Russia to any location in the world. Video-Doc has a user-friendly and easy-to-understand interface. All the Video-Doc doctors are certified and licensed, so you can be sure of their expertise and competence.

The advantages of an online consultation with a doctor:

● instant access to medical advice. You get a real-time advice from the doctor after having asked your question. The booking itself takes only 15 minutes, which is important for the patients in severe condition;

● convenience. Get a consultation from any location in Portugal with access to the Internet while omitting an in-person visit to a clinic or hospital;

● confidentiality. All your data is confidential and can not be disclosed to third parties without your consent. The Video-Doc service guarantees you privacy;

● a wide range of healthcare solutions. Video-Doc offers consultations with Ukrainian-speaking experts from various fields, such as general practice, gynecology, neurology, pediatrics, surgery and others;

● time and money saver. A consultation with a doctor through Video-Doc is more convenient and affordable than a visit to a private clinic or hospital in Portugal.

The Video-Doc online consultation service is the best option for the Ukrainians, Kazakhs, Belarusians and Russians in Portugal who need a high quality, instant and appropriate medical care.

The Video-Doc platform for consultations with Ukrainian-speaking doctors has a license and meets all the standards of quality and privacy of health care services.

Charges and booking of an online consultation with a doctor

Video-Doc is a platform where you can ask questions to experienced doctors and get a qualified advice online. Consultation charges depend on the doctor's field and the timeframe. The minimum is 25 euros for a consultation with a family doctor while it goes up to 60 euros or more for an appointment with a narrow expert (general practitioner, pediatrician, and surgeon).

To book a consultation with a doctor on Video-Doc, you must create an account on the platform and pay for the consultation. Then you will receive all the details of the consultation by the e-mail. Just follow the simple instructions.

If you have question at any stage, our administrators on the Video-Doc are ready to answer them and help.

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