Alberto Samid, an Argentine businessman known as the 'King of Meat', has issued a strong condemnation of the Uruguayan healthcare system following a recent health scare while visiting Punta del Este. After developing a urinary infection and viral illness, he was evacuated to Buenos Aires on a medical flight where he received prompt treatment. Samid emphasized his gratitude towards Buenos Aires' Health Minister Nicolás Kreplak for facilitating his transfer, which he credited as vital to his recovery.

In a video posted on social media, Samid expressed his distress over the Uruguayan medical response, asserting that if he had remained in Uruguay, he would likely be dead. His remarks reflect a sentiment of frustration many Argentine nationals might feel regarding the quality of healthcare available to them abroad, especially in emergency situations. This criticism also raises broader questions about the capabilities and responsiveness of health services in countries like Uruguay in dealing with acute medical cases.

Samid's experience has prompted discussions about the healthcare systems in South America, specifically regarding how they can impact travelers facing critical medical issues. His comments are likely to resonate with fellow countrymen, suggesting a need for reevaluation of healthcare systems in neighboring countries and the importance of having reliable emergency medical options while traveling.