If you are visiting Barcelona and have need of emergency care – you are without doubt, in the best place in the world for great care. Although I speak Spanish, I was uncertain how to find a doctor – so I asked the hotel reception. They kindly called a doctor and after describing my symptoms, the doctor recommended that I go immediately to the clinic as tests would be needed. I would be expected.
True to his word, when I arrived at Delfos Hospital, I was easily directed to reception. They had my name and within 5 minutes, I was taken into Emergency care. From that point on, everything happened quickly and with such care. Within two hours I had an electrocardiogram, blood work, CT scan, and many other kinds of analysis which resulted in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis. I was going to surgery! We briefly addressed insurance issues and within the next few hours, emergency surgery was performed. I awoke in recovery surprised at the efficiency and great care that had been taken. Every step of the pre-operative care was explained to assure that you understood what was going to occur and attention given by the support team to how you felt. The after-care was also a pleasant surprise. The rooms in the new wing of Delfos Hospital are modern, some with suites allowing a family member to easily have a place to sleep while staying with you. The rhythm of the nursing care is different than in the United States. It is much more natural here and less invasive. As a result of the great care and guidance received, I am ready to travel, after a unique and extremely positive experience in Barcelona.