On Guam, getting the care you need isn’t always as simple as making an appointment. With one main hospital, a limited number of specialists, and frequent off-island referrals, healthcare here is often a test of patience — and privilege.
In this episode, Rindraty Limtiaco, Therese Padua-Howe, and Steve Limtiaco talk about the realities of seeking care on an island that’s part of the United States, but often treated like it’s not. From heart surgeries in Hawaii to local clinics stretched thin, they share personal stories that reflect a larger truth about what it means to live far from the center of care.
This is part one of a two-part series. Next time, the conversation turns to what can be done — and what hope there is for something better.

🎧 My Jungle Voices explores life on Guam and the Pacific through the stories we tell and the choices we face.