What are the procedures for mainlanders to go to Hong Kong for medical treatment? How to make an appointment?
Mainlanders to go to Hong Kong to see a doctor, you need to apply for a Hong Kong and Macao Exit Permit, to go to Hong Kong before you need to make sure that the document and the endorsement are in the validity of the group and individual visa has no effect.
Appointment of Hong Kong hospitals, you can directly make an appointment by phone, but because the vast majority of mainlanders do not know much about the medical situation in Hong Kong, it is recommended that you can choose to rely on overseas medical institutions, organizations are familiar with the background of the doctor, you can choose the corresponding experts for different diseases, convenient to save time to make an appointment.
How long does it take to make an appointment?
The appointment time is different for different diseases and hospitals. If you make an appointment through a regular overseas medical consulting organization, most of the appointment time is within a week, usually not more than 10 days (individual appointments may be subject to various conditions, and it is not possible to estimate the time, according to the actual situation, you can choose a resourceful overseas medical organization).
Can I make an appointment with a public hospital? Which is better, public or private hospitals?
It is possible to make an appointment with any hospital. As public hospitals in Hong Kong are paid for by the government, overcrowding has resulted in many Hong Kong locals having to wait for a number for more than half a year, and even more so for non-Hong Kong residents.
Hong Kong's private hospitals are not comparable to public hospitals in terms of inputs and the level of doctors. Doctors who run private hospitals in Hong Kong must have worked in public hospitals for more than 8 years, and are quite experienced. Most Hong Kong people, when choosing a hospital, also choose private hospitals with shorter waiting time and better quality of service when their finances allow.
Why are private hospitals recommended for mainland residents visiting Hong Kong?
Hong Kong residents can get great discounts on prices at public hospitals, but they need to wait in line for a long time before they can see a doctor. Mainland residents in Hong Kong to see a doctor, is not entitled to the benefits of Hong Kong permanent residents, so with private hospitals to see a doctor's price is about the same. Therefore, it is recommended to go to private hospitals to see a doctor, private hospitals have some medical technology will be better, and the quality of service is also higher than the public, the most important thing is to make an appointment to queue time is greatly reduced.
What is the process of getting medical treatment in Hong Kong?
Individuals: applying for a pass - choosing a doctor, making appointments to find quality hospitals and specialists - clinic/hospital consultations - admission to hospitals
Overseas Medical institutions: professional consultation - signing service contracts - organizing cases - authoritative recommendations - making appointments with Specialist - Arrangement of itinerary - Accompanying for medical treatment - Service tracking
What problems will Mainlanders encounter when they go to Hong Kong for medical treatment?
The most easily encountered is the language communication problem. Hong Kong doctors' education and medical experience are mainly in English, the dialect is Cantonese, and some doctors speak Mandarin. However, nowadays, professional organizations such as Renhe and so on have most of the doctors who can speak Mandarin, so you can go to Hong Kong for medical treatment by choosing a professional organization and asking the doctors whether they can speak Mandarin or not.
Is it expensive to see a doctor in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong public hospitals to see a doctor, Hong Kong residents enjoy government support, and therefore cheaper, but no matter how big or small the disease, you need to queue up, waiting time is too long. Mainland residents to Hong Kong to see a doctor, whether in public hospitals or private hospitals, different types of diseases, the charges are not the same, the mainlanders in Hong Kong public and private hospitals costs will not be too different.
Why do you see a doctor in Hong Kong at an outpatient clinic before going to a hospital?
Hong Kong is a separation of diagnosis and treatment, and there is strict planning for medical resources. For general illnesses, it is sufficient to go through a general practitioner for a consultation in a clinic, and after the visit, if there is a need for further treatment, the patient will be referred to a specialist, and if necessary, transferred to a private hospital for treatment.
Will there be black clinics in Hong Kong?
All registered doctors in Hong Kong can be found in the Hong Kong Department of Health, including his graduation school, the time of obtaining a practicing certificate, etc. The whole health care system is very strictly managed, and you can feel completely at ease. Of course, if you occasionally encounter a bad service attitude, you can go to the relevant departments to complain.
Is it better to choose a good hospital or a good doctor for medical treatment in Hong Kong?
Everyone wants to find the best doctors in the best hospitals to treat themselves or their family members, but individuals going to Hong Kong for medical treatment can't know and judge which is the best. This is a good time to consider the assistance of a professional overseas medical organization to find the best hospitals and doctors for your condition.