
Balboa Avenue has excellent healthcare options, from private clinics and specialists to comprehensive hospital care, dentists and pharmacies.
Balboa Avenue is home to Mi Clinica Hospital, where an insurance plan for $25 Bs/month (and nice low co-pays) gets you coverage under their extensive in-house services 24/7, including primary care, urgent care, specialists, plus all labs, ER, hospitalizations and more, for kids and adults alike.
The private Centro Medico Paitilla, as well as the public Hospital Santo Tomas and pediatric Hospital del Niño Dr. José Renán Esquivel are all excellent choices. Nearby, Punta Pacifica Hospital is also a great private option. For pharmacies, Farmacias Arrocha and Farmaplus Panama in the main entrance of Multicentro mall stocks everything you could possibly need (generic and brand names).
This article is part of our Ultimate Guide To Living And Investing On Balboa Avenue.

Kent Davis, founder of Panama Equity Real Estate, is a leading expert in Panama’s competitive real estate market. Originally from Honolulu, Hawaii, he holds a Marketing Information Systems degree from James Madison University. After a successful corporate career managing multimillion-dollar inventories at Hajoca Corporation, Kent pursued his dream of living abroad, moving to Panama in 2007.
Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, he established Panama Equity to connect buyers, sellers, and investors with Panama’s top properties. Known for his transparency, expertise, and market insights, Kent has helped hundreds navigate Panama’s real estate landscape. Fluent in Spanish, he frequently publishes market reports to empower clients with informed decisions.
Beyond real estate, Kent is passionate about Panama’s culture, landscapes, and surf-friendly beaches. He lives in Panama with his wife and three sons, embracing the vibrant lifestyle the country offers.