Mammogram
#1
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Mammogram
I was just wondering how easy it is to get a mammogram in Spain.
I live in Benissa in the Alicante region. I am not in the Spanish healthcare system so would have to pay it think.
Can anyone tell me where I should look for this service and how much it might cost
I live in Benissa in the Alicante region. I am not in the Spanish healthcare system so would have to pay it think.
Can anyone tell me where I should look for this service and how much it might cost
#2
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Re: Mammogram
I can't say how much you'd need to pay if anything at all but try going to your local docs and asking, I had my mammogram done in Alicante and only waited a few weeks.
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Re: Mammogram
My expert tells me that if you contact the AAEC (contra cancer) organisation they will arrange for an examination in Alicante which is free, but you can make a contribution to the charity.
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Re: Mammogram
Good question Polly, and while we're at it, can anyone explain smear tests in Spain. Do you go to your local doctor? Are they expected to be done every 5 years... any other info. I had the 'biopsy' about 10 years ago and after a few years of checkups was declared 'free' of higher risk, and told to go back to 5 yearly tests. I think that test is due this year. Now I live in Spain, and my local nurse is a bit 'over friendly'... I'm a bit nervous!
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Re: Mammogram
I went to AECC in Alicante 2 months ago, fantastic service . Carpark underneath, smear within 20 mins then mamo 10 mins later! I gave donation of €50. New model mamo machine is reputed best on costa. Its a charity organization so no spanish medical card needed.
send an email to
[email protected]
ask for a cita with your name and date of birth (Mine took 5 days!)
Mª BELÉN ORTIZ CATURLA
COORDINADORA PROVINCIAL
AVDA. CATEDRÁTICO SOLER, 4, BAJO; 03007 ALICANTE
TLF: 608072004 ;965924777;FAX:965922002
send an email to
[email protected]
ask for a cita with your name and date of birth (Mine took 5 days!)
Mª BELÉN ORTIZ CATURLA
COORDINADORA PROVINCIAL
AVDA. CATEDRÁTICO SOLER, 4, BAJO; 03007 ALICANTE
TLF: 608072004 ;965924777;FAX:965922002
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Re: Mammogram
I went to AECC in Alicante 2 months ago, fantastic service . Carpark underneath, smear within 20 mins then mamo 10 mins later! I gave donation of €50. New model mamo machine is reputed best on costa. Its a charity organization so no spanish medical card needed.
send an email to
[email protected]
ask for a cita with your name and date of birth (Mine took 5 days!)
Mª BELÉN ORTIZ CATURLA
COORDINADORA PROVINCIAL
AVDA. CATEDRÁTICO SOLER, 4, BAJO; 03007 ALICANTE
TLF: 608072004 ;965924777;FAX:965922002
send an email to
[email protected]
ask for a cita with your name and date of birth (Mine took 5 days!)
Mª BELÉN ORTIZ CATURLA
COORDINADORA PROVINCIAL
AVDA. CATEDRÁTICO SOLER, 4, BAJO; 03007 ALICANTE
TLF: 608072004 ;965924777;FAX:965922002
#7
Re: Mammogram
Your GP wll make you an appointment with the gynaecologist. I might depend where you are but here I go every year.
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Re: Mammogram
Thanks Rachel. In England I just saw the practise nurse. But if I can go to the local hospital that will be much more comfortable for me here.
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Re: Mammogram
Many thanks for all replies.
I will certainly call AECC tomorrow.
Is CITA an anogram for something or is it pronounced cita
Do you know if they speak English there as I don't speak Spanish
I will certainly call AECC tomorrow.
Is CITA an anogram for something or is it pronounced cita
Do you know if they speak English there as I don't speak Spanish
#11
Re: Mammogram
I was just told the portakabin type mammogram place was there, turned up & was seen on the spot (after a bit of uncertainty) and in due course my results - thankfully clear - came through
ref smears, haven't yet done anything and really should so I guess best ask at the centro salud??
ref smears, haven't yet done anything and really should so I guess best ask at the centro salud??
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Re: Mammogram
I was just told the portakabin type mammogram place was there, turned up & was seen on the spot (after a bit of uncertainty) and in due course my results - thankfully clear - came through
ref smears, haven't yet done anything and really should so I guess best ask at the centro salud??
ref smears, haven't yet done anything and really should so I guess best ask at the centro salud??
Its funny you should mention this, I have read a report about a group of men who stole whte coats and a few basic "tools" from the local hospital.
Then then hire a portokabin and went around the country pretending to be a mobile clinic for women.
They have all been found guilty and are awaiting sentencing.
The prosecution has asked for jailtime.
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Re: Mammogram
I just hope the judge is lenient with me, because I have never been in court for any offence before.