Treatment in the public health system is free of charge. In Spain, you must pay for private treatment yourself.
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You can go to a local, private medical centre where the consultation charge will be around 60 euros. If you prefer, you can call a doctor to come to your accommodation. Hotel receptions can do this for you. The fee is normally a little higher for this, around the 100 euro mark.
Hospitals in SpainPlus, medical treatment at state hospitals is free of charge for patients. For scheduled hospital appointments and treatment, patients have to ask their GP for a referral. In an emergency, patients can go directly to A&E (accident and emergency) at the nearest hospital, without a referral.
Healthcare in the Canary IslandsMake sure you buy travel insurance that provides good medical cover, and check the policy detailes before you go so you know your options in case something goes wrong. If you need treatment, it may be worth insisting it's at a public rather than private facility.
I can only speak in general terms as I am sure you will appreciate but the hospitals on the island are excellent. If you are on holiday in the South and you need to visit there are two you can use. The 'Green' Hospital which is by the football ground or the USP at San Eugenio.
In Spain, the first point of contact for a visit to the doctor is usually the local health centre (Centro de Salud). Here, you will find GPs, paediatricians and physiotherapists, among other professionals.
In case of illness, American citizens traveling abroad should be aware of the services that are offered by the U.S. embassies and consulates. U.S. consular officers can assist in locating medical services, transferring funds, and informing relatives of a health condition.
Sra. de Candelaria is the reference hospital of the National Health Service, for the main part of the island of Tenerife and the islands Gomera and El Hierro.