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The EUNACOM exam is crucial for foreign doctors seeking to work in Chile's public health sector, which serves 80% of the population. The exam includes a theoretical part with 180 questions and practical tests. In 2016, over 73% of foreign graduates failed, compared to 3% of Chilean doctors. Registration is free for locals but costs nearly $1,000 for immigrants. Despite this, demand is high, with slots for 2017 filling in one day. Chile needs foreign doctors due to a shortage, as only 1,500 Chilean doctors graduate annually. The healthcare market is attractive due to salaries and vacancies, especially in poorer and remote areas.

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