Frequently Americans have the mistaken idea that healthcare in any country other than the United States will be second-rate, and nothing could be further from the truth in Costa Rica. Not only can you find top-quality health care here in Jaco, Escazu, and throughout Costa Rica, but it is also far less expensive than in the US.  Everything from emergency care to family practice and even cosmetic surgery can be found here with highly trained and skilled physicians in every type of practice.

Costa Rica has one of the best health care systems in Latin America. They have what is known as Universal Healthcare which means that all eligible residents are entitled to health care, including dental and mental health services. On top of that, there is also a private health care system in place that can augment and supplement the government-sponsored health care system. Even if you had to rely solely on the private health care system, you would still come out further ahead than getting the same treatments in the United States because the cost is much more reasonable.

Whether you come to vacation, do business, or decide to move to Costa Rica, rest assured that you will be able to get the health care you need at a reasonable cost.  And the care you get will be from highly qualified and adequately trained doctors, dentists, and surgeons. Keep in mind that while Costa Rica has many “wild” areas left with untouched rainforests and undeveloped beaches, it is still very much “civilized” when you go to the city.  Sure, things here are different, but in most cases, that is a good kind of diversity, which is true when it comes to healthcare.

Top health care that you want to keep on your list are:

• Hospital C.I.M.A, Escazú
• Clinica Biblica, San José
• Clinica ALMA, Jacó
• Clinica MMI, Jacó
• Cristal Dental Care, Jacó
• Clinica Herradura, Los Sueños

Among many others in the area, depending on what you need, there are top services around the country and in popular tourist destinations. If you need any advice on medical tourism reach out to us a JacoCostaRica.com and we’d be more than happy to help you get to the right place.