Healthcare in Mendoza
Practical guide to understanding how healthcare works in Mendoza for expats, long-term visitors, and digital workers enjoying Argentina's wine region.
Published: 10/13/2025Updated: 10/5/2025By: CareThere Medical Team
Major Hospitals & Medical Centers
Private Hospitals:
- Hospital Español de Mendoza
- Hospital Privado de Mendoza
- Clínica de Cuyo
Public Hospitals:
- Hospital Central de Mendoza
- Hospital Universitario (UNCUYO)
- Hospital Luis C. Lagomaggiore
24-Hour Urgent Care:
- Hospital Central de Mendoza
- Hospital Luis C. Lagomaggiore
- Hospital Español de Mendoza
Note: "Guardia" refers to urgent care or emergency department in hospitals.
Pharmacies in Mendoza
Farmacity is the largest pharmacy chain in the city, with branches in almost every neighborhood. Other pharmacy options include Dr. Ahorro and local independent pharmacies. Staff usually do not speak English, and foreign prescriptions are not accepted — only prescriptions issued by Argentine doctors are valid. CareThere can help by issuing valid prescriptions locally and guiding you through the process.