Disillusioned Argentine doctors

[sergio]

Half of Argentina’s Doctors Wouldn’t Choose Medicine Again

Burnout rates among Argentina’s doctors reach nearly 80% among those aged 25-34 years, underscoring a crisis that’s hitting the youngest generation hardest.

www.medscape.com

 

[Vossos]

Half of Argentina’s Doctors Wouldn’t Choose Medicine Again

Burnout rates among Argentina’s doctors reach nearly 80% among those aged 25-34 years, underscoring a crisis that’s hitting the youngest generation hardest.

www.medscape.com

I’m not sure you can blame them.

While the healthcare I received in Argentina was absolutely fantastic, I’d find it pretty galling and demotivating when it seems like everybody in the country works under the table to avoid tax while simultaneously expecting services from Nordic level of taxation.

Perhaps Milei cuts are the straw that breaks this camel’s back

 

[wineguy999]

A different take: I met an Argentine doctor just yesterday in Valencia who, until a few years ago, had a very successful clinic in Rosario. After a group burst in to rob the clinic, he relocated. He said, "I had four hours with a gun to my head to decide that I had had enough."

I know three other docs in Spain who left ARG for various reasons, but all are happy for a saner, more relaxed work environment. They typically don't get rich in Spain, but enjoy a decent, steady income and perks of the job.

 

[Paige55]

It's really showing in the level of care as well. My doctor at Hospital Aleman was once amazing, never rushed me, got to the bottom of any issues quickly. Now, she's cold, rushes me, doesn't listen much or order the standard tests she once did. With how much I pay, it's also a pity that the staff don't seem to see any raises. It's getting more and more like the US system of apathetic professionals who drive you round in circles and never find what's actually ailing you, insisting everything is 'normal' even when you know it's not.

 

[RichardAlem]

I’m not sure you can blame them.

While the healthcare I received in Argentina was absolutely fantastic, I’d find it pretty galling and demotivating when it seems like everybody in the country works under the table to avoid tax while simultaneously expecting services from Nordic level of taxation.

Perhaps Milei cuts are the straw that breaks this camel’s back

Precisely. I can't recall the number of times I was asked by medical offices for cash. Today, I could not buy a needed medical device because the doctor(a) wanted $1,500 USD cash. Credit card / debit not accepted. What a disgrace. I have zero empathy and sympathy for unethical people. And ultimately, that's what they [sorry Afrikonner].

With that said, yes, the quality of medical care here is quite good. In terms of physician / patient relationship, it's far better than my experiences in the United States. And in terms of medical core competency, it's not bad at all. I have full faith and confidence in the Argie physicians.