Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico - The summer season is coming to an end and we look forward to our "snowbirds" returning for the season. We are looking forward to a "super season" with many new speakers programs and clinics being added in the upcoming months.

This newsletter will be covering only health-related items. We will be sending a separate newsletter out in the next couple of weeks with a whole lot of "Vallarta Happenings" – new restaurants, charity information with an updated Wish List – lots of juicy stuff!

October Clinics
Note: These are screening clinics only. If you would like an appointment for any of them, please send an email to: pamela(at)healthcareresourcespv.com, with your name, the clinic and date, your phone number, and your preferred appointment time. The clinics fill VERY quickly, so it's best to make your appointment as soon as possible. I'll send all of the details, directions, time, etc.

Skin Clinic
October 10 & October 24, 2013
Have your body checked from the top of your head/scalp to the bottoms of your feet. This is performed by an oncologist (not a dermatologist.) This is most definitely one of our most popular clinics! Price: $300 pesos (PLUS members pay $250 pesos)

Vascular Clinic
October 15, 2013
Includes an evaluation by a vascular specialist, checking the blood flow in your body and especially in your legs. Pulses in your legs and carotid arteries evaluated. Price: $400 pesos (PLUS members pay $350 pesos)

Mammogram Clinic
October 17, 2013
This is one of the most important appointments ladies can make! Our Mammogram Clinic is very popular in that we have a breast specialist/radiologist and as well, the clinic includes a manual exam along with a complete explanation of your mammogram. Price includes ultrasound as well, if deemed necessary. Price: $920 pesos (PLUS Members pay $820)

Ear Clinic
October 21, 2013
The amount of "gunk" that builds up in our ears, especially here with the humidity is embarrassing! Have your ears checked completely by our star ENT physician, using his state-of-the-art equipment. Cleaning performed if necessary. Important: This is NOT a hearing test. Our audiologist who comes monthly from the United States will not be returning until September. Price: $375 pesos (PLUS members pay $325)

Foot Clinic
October 22, 2013
Our feet take a beating, especially here in the area! Between the humidity and the cobblestone streets – yowza! Ouch! Your feet, toes, balance and pulses will be reviewed by our podiatrist. As well, be sure and check out Christina. She is the star that performs the "medical pedicures" at this office. (Not included in the price of the clinic.) Price: $300 pesos (PLUS members pay $250 pesos)

Men's Urology Clinic
October 25, 2013
Includes Consult/Interview, ultrasound of kidneys, bladder and prostate, measurement of residual urine. Special priced lab package available. Price: $700 pesos (PLUS members pay $650 pesos)

Eye Clinic
October 28, 2013
A complete vision exam and check for glaucoma/pressure exam. Performed by an eye doctor. Note: This physician will soon be doing Lasik surgery here in the area and you can speak with him regarding this as well, if you are interested! Price: $400 pesos (PLUS members pay $350 pesos)

Cardiology Clinic
October 28, 2013
Complete cardiac evaluation, including an EKG. This is an excellent "baseline" evaluation to see how your heart is working! Performed by a cardiologist. Price: $550 pesos (PLUS members pay $500 pesos)

Women's Clinic
October 29, 2013
A complete GYN exam including consult, pap smear, and pelvic exam, performed by a wonderful, bi-lingual GYN. Price: $775 pesos (PLUS members pay $690 pesos)

Ongoing Clinics:
Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, Men's Physical, Women's Physical. As well, diagnostic services such as MRI, CT scan, X-rays – anything you might need.

What is a PLUS membership? You can find that information HERE. New benefits are currently being added and the chart will be updated soon.

We are so proud of Dra. Leslie Swindle and Dr. Antonio Matilla as they head to Spain for a year! Please see the article HERE. If you were previously a patient of either of them, please contact me for a different physician to assist you while they are gone.

Insurance! Don't leave home without it! We do not sell insurance BUT we do work with several professional representatives who offer various policies, both short term (travelers insurance) and long term policies. For further details, please send us an email.

And speaking of insurance, who isn't confused about Obamacare? And especially how it affects US Citizens living in Mexico? We asked an insurance expert in the US to write and article on this and I am more than happy to forward it to you. It's too long to include here.

We invite you to contact us for any of your healthcare needs. Remember that there is never a charge for these services and we work on a "contractual" basis with physicians/hospitals (meaning it's not on a commission basis). Let's set a time to meet and have a chat to go over a healthcare plan for you here in the area to include everything from establishing with a personal physician to a hospital tour. Do not wait until you are in an emergency situation to take care of this!

Here's to an awesome October!
Pamela Thompson
healthcareresourcespv.com
pamela(at)healthcareresourcespv.com
Phone (322) 107-7007
Blog: pampv.wordpress.com/
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Pamela Thompson has lived and worked in Puerto Vallarta for over 17 years, 10 of them in health care. Pamela now leads HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta, a local healthcare resource network. Her years of experience and expertise are available to you by emailing your questions to pamela(at)healthcareresourcespv.com or by visiting HealthCareResourcesPV.com.

Click HERE to learn more about the health and well-being services offered by HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta.