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Hospital hotline crippled: Why appointment scheduling on the Balearic Islands is failing

Why doctor appointments are hard to book in Mallorca right now

Mallorca’s appointment hotline is failing due to staff shortages, pushing patients toward the IB-Salut app and patient portal.

Published: April 22, 2026
Hospital hotline crippled: Why appointment scheduling on the Balearic Islands is failing

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Why is it so hard to book a doctor’s appointment in Mallorca right now?

The main problem is that the central appointment hotline for Balearic health centers has been failing because of staff shortages caused by sick leave and extended vacations. Until the new staff finish training, many patients are being redirected to the IB-Salut patient portal and app, which is not easy for everyone to use.

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