Table 1 Health Care setting in Barbados
Public sector | Private Sector |
|---|---|
Eight publicly funded polyclinics strategically located around the island | At least 89 private general practitioners in 2005. Mainly solo or small group practice |
Free comprehensive primary care | Service provided for a fee |
Several nurses at each clinic. | Usually no nurse |
A dietician and podiatrist are available on specific days | Usually no dietician or podiatrist within the clinic |
Medication for diabetes and hypertension provided at no cost to the patient | Medication for diabetes and hypertension provided at no cost to the patient in 2005 |