Spanish phrases The healthcare system

Spanish phrases for doctors and the healthcare system

Referrals, waiting lists, public or private care, prescriptions and asking a doctor to explain in plain words.

B2 · Upper intermediate 8 phrases European Spanish
  1. Necesitas un volante antes de poder ver a un especialista

    You need a referral before you can see a specialist

  2. La lista de espera para ese tratamiento es de seis meses

    The waiting list for that treatment is six months long

  3. La sanidad pública es más lenta, pero cubre casi todo

    Public healthcare is slower, but it covers almost everything

  4. El seguro privado me consiguió una cita en una semana

    Private insurance got me an appointment within a week

  5. Pídele al médico que explique el tratamiento con palabras sencillas

    Ask the doctor to explain the treatment in plain words

  6. Renuevo mi receta con dos clics en la aplicación

    I renew my prescription with two clicks in the app

  7. Lleva tu historial médico a la primera visita

    Bring your medical history to the first visit

  8. El sistema funciona bien cuando lo entiendes

    The system works well once you understand it

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