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Panama: Demand for Private Medical Services

During the first semester private healthcare provided $ 43.4 million to the nation´s GDP, 4.3% higher than the same period last year.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

The increased demand has been boosted by the arrival of Panamanians residing in other countries seeking medical attention and the arrival of foreign executives.

“Ana Cristina Arias Moreno, market manager of Paitiilla Medical Center (CMP), said the influx of foreign patients linked to companies with new investments in Panama or who perform infrastructure work is also affecting demand for private services" Prensa.com published.

Source: Prensa.com

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