An American couple living in Logroño has shared their experience with the Spanish health system in a TikTok video, highlighting the contrast with the United States. The couple, who go by @smithsinspain on social media, expressed awe at the quality of medical care in Spain and the lack of a bill for their treatment.
Originally from Kansas, the couple has been living in Spain for a while and frequently shares their observations about the country. The universal and free healthcare system in Spain has been a cultural shock for them, along with other aspects of daily life in the country.
In a similar vein, another American couple shared their experience with the Spanish health system in a video on TikTok. The husband described how quickly they were able to schedule a doctor’s appointment in Valencia when his wife fell ill, and the affordable cost of the consultation without insurance.
The efficiency of the Spanish medical service impressed the couple, as they were able to quickly obtain antibiotics for the wife’s illness. The process was made easier for foreigners with communication in English and the convenience of electronic prescriptions with QR codes that could be redeemed at local pharmacies.
The total cost of the medications prescribed was significantly lower than what it would have been in the United States, highlighting the differences in healthcare systems between the two countries. The couple expressed gratitude for the accessibility and affordability of healthcare in Spain, compared to the challenges they faced back home.