MEDICINE AND HEALTH INSTITUTIONS

The level of service in medical and health institutions is quite satisfactory for most medical conditions that do not require major emergency care. Vladimir has many well-qualified medical personnel who try to deliver the highest possible level of medical care given the tight financing for most public health institutions.

It is advisable for people who have conditions requiring specialized prescriptions to bring with them sufficient quantities to last the duration of their stay in the country. Also, foreigners are required for to have adequate medical health insurance coverage.

Should a person require emergency dental work, there are several local dentists who are trained in western dental techniques. The cost of dental work in Russia is significantly lower than it is in the West. The quality of most dental work is comparable to that in Europe and North America.