Global MD's Procedures for Surgery in Costa Rica
Costa Rica's doctors and hospitals are state of the art. Americans are well-acquainted with Costa Rica as a tourist destination, and 15% of tourists take advantage of Costa Rica's outstanding medical services. Costa Rica has hundreds of board certified doctors, surgeons and dentists who are regulated by the College of Doctors and Surgeons of Costa Rica. Most of these physicians practice in San Jose, Costa Rica's capital city. The medical community in Costa Rica is governed by the country's Ministry of Health, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Hospital Clinica Biblica was Costa Rica's first hospital to be accredited by the Joint Commission International, the international arm of the American Joint Commission that inspects and accredits U.S. hospitals. Though more hospitals and clinics are sure to follow, Hospital Clinica Biblica is leading the way for American medical travelers in Costa Rica.
English is widely spoken in Costa Rica. In fact the country receives significant numbers of Americans each year who are vacationing, traveling, or buying real estate. Costa Rica is a favorite retirement spot for aging Americans who regularly recieve treatment in the country's state of the art hospitals and clinics.
Costa Rica was once known primarily as a destination for cosmetic procedures. Many people from around the world have benefited from their cosmetic surgery procedures in Costa Rica. Today, Costa Rica's international patient offerings include a wide array of orthopedic, weight loss, general surgery procedures and effective plastic surgery procedures. With a wealth of medical expertise, Costa Rica is attracting the attention of Americans looking for value in health care.
Global MD has partnered with some of the best facilities which offer exceptional health care services for weight loss treatment, general surgery, orthopedic and cosmetic surgery in Costa Rica. Your case coordinator at Global MD will design your entire medical travel plan for surgery in Costa Rica. All you need to do is contact us.
Costa Rica's tropical climate (ranging from 65 to 80 degrees year-round) and relaxed atmosphere make it an ideal place to retreat into the sanctuary of professional world-class medical providers who are trained and ready to meet your healthcare needs.
Costa Rica, a nation of only 4 million people, boasts one of the most well-developed and long-standing medical tourism industries in the world. With no army, Costa Rica is the oldest and most stable democracy in Central America, and has kept a great relationship with the United States. In part because of its stable government and economy, doctors in Costa Rica have been treating international patients since the 1970's. During that time, Costa Rica has earned the name, "Beverly Hills of Central America."
Costa Rica offers a large selection of specialized recovery retreats that cater exclusively to recovering international patients. Global MD has partnered with Costa Rica's preeminent recovery retreats who employ English-speaking staff of highly qualified nurses and recovery specialists that are qualified to handle any need of a recovering patient.
With tourism as its number one industry, Costa Rican hospitality is a way of life. Anyone who travels to Costa Rica knows that you encounter warm smiles, natural beauty, and modern comforts everywhere you go. Wherever tourists are, English is widely spoken. With Costa Rica's successful development of ecotourism, proximity to the United States and widespread English, Costa Rica offers Americans what may be the best value in healthcare today.
