What type of company are you?

Hospital

Which procedures areas do you support?

General Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Dental Surgery, Weight Loss Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Eye Surgery

Where do you undertake the procedures or treatment?

Costa Rica

Which languages do you support?

English, Spanish

Which countries do you support patients from?

Globally

What accreditations do you or your affiliated medical facilities have?

JCI

How many patients did your organization service last year?

TBC

International Client Services

The Hospital Clinica Biblica possesses many years of experience serving a large international community of ex pats, as well as an ever-growing number of tourists. Currently at least 20% of the people we attend at our hospital are foreigners. In other words we can anticipate your particular needs and concerns, allowing you to concentrate more fully on your recovery.

In order to make your experience with us as relaxing and stress-free as possible, through our international department you will be assigned a personal Health Care Assistant (HCA) who works one on one with you to coordinate an all-embracing VIP service experience that includes: 

• Doctor contact, consultations and surgical procedures
• Paperwork and price quotes
• International insurance billing
• Hospital admittance and bedside follow up and assistance
  • Coordinating contact with family via phone or email post surgery
  • Escort and language services
• VIP Concierge services (lodging, transfers and sightseeing tours)
  • Airport pick up/drop off and assistance through immigration
  • Recovery Retreat and Hotel accommodations
    • Regular visits by a qualified nurse and staff
    • Patient follow up back home

Additionally, our staff is always on hand at the Clinica Biblica Hospital to greet and brief you, as well as to accompany you to appointments and make sure that all your needs are taken care of.

Depending on your particular condition and needs, you may be treated on an outpatient basis (your evaluation, tests and treatments are done in the Hospital and then you return to your lodging at the end of the day); or you may require hospitalization on premises.

Main Procedural Specialisms 

• Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
• Bariatric Surgery
• Orthopedics
• Dentistry
• Ophtalmology
• Medical Check ups
• Dermatology 

A World-Class Hospital Setting

You will enjoy the peace of mind and tranquillity that comes with knowing that you arein an experienced world-class medical institution (founded in 1929) with state-of-the-art facilities and medical services.

The hospital boasts a 50 million dollar infrastructure (and new 35 million dollar hospital building) and can handle anything from life-threatening emergencies and leading-edge procedures, to medical checkups or a facelift.

Additionally, and in order to assure you that the care and treatment you receive is on par with prestigious North American and European Hospitals, we are well into a rigorous process to obtain the *Joint Commission International Accreditation – the highest accreditation given to an international hospital.This will soon make us the first hospital in the region to receive this coveted certification.

*The Joint Commission has been accrediting hospitals for more than 50 years. Its accreditation is a nationwide seal of approval that indicates a hospital meets high performance standards. The JCI accreditation helps hospitals improve their performance, raise the level of patient care, and demonstrate accountability in the rapidly changing health care marketplace.  

Quality Healthcare at a Very Affordable Price

With 200 skilled physicians performing a wide variety medical procedures daily, you can be sure that the health care and guidance you receive are backed by years of experience, training and knowledge. Additionally, you will Save up to 300% (average 70% or more) on surgery procedures compared to the U.S. or Canada, without sacrificing on the high standards of safety and quality you are accustomed to at home.

For example, astomach banding procedure in a U.S. hospital will cost approximately $25,000 dollars, however at the Clinica Biblica Hospital the exact same procedure (using the same equipment and techniques) costs $7,100 dollars. Please call 1-800-503-5358 or use or use our Estimate form to request a prompt estimate of your preferred procedure.

You will also enjoy:

• Highly specialized dedicated attention
• Immediate information about our services and benefits
• English – speaking coordinator and staff
• Same day appointments
• All specialized services under one roof
• No need to see a general practitioner first when a specialist is required

Main Services

• Emergency Room
• Intensive Care Unit
• Medical / Surgical Services
• Laboratory
• Blood Bank
• Radiology Department
• Physical Therapy
• Cardiology
• Maternity
• Dermatology
• 24 hour pharmacy & express service  
   

International Hospital Affiliations

• Mount Sinai, Florida, USA
• Tulane Medical Center, New Orleans, USA
• Oschner Clinic, New Orleans, USA 

Our Location

Because of our proximity to the U.S. and Canada (3-6 hours from principal North American cities), you will not need to spend 12, 16 or even 20 hours on a plane. This is not only a matter of convenience, but is critical to your safety and optimal recovery.

Besides its proximity, Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, relatively inexpensive, home to a welcoming and friendly people (many who speak English), and offers a wide variety of sightseeing/tour possibilities. This small country is home to a large North American population and receives approximately one million visitors a year intent on exploring its many beaches, rainforests and eco-attractions. Please visit Things to do for more detailed information about tours and activities.

The Hospital Clínica Bíblica is located in downtown San José, Costa Rica's capital city, allowing our patients convenient and quick access to many of the best hotel and tour options in the city. 

Leading Practitioner’s Qualifications and Experience

The Clinica Biblica Hospital is a non-profit association, founded on Christian principles of service. Its 77 years of service has made of the institution a stable private alternative for medical services in Costa Rica, providing both national and international patients with access to up-to-date technology and the most prestigious medical staff available.

Professionals from a wide variety of medical areas use Hospital Clinica Biblica’s installations and its personnel to treat their patients on a daily basis. Among the many qualities you will benefit from being under the Hospital Clinica Biblica medical staff’s care are:

• High quality knowledge in heath practice, mantaining ongoing collaborative education, reserch, and service projects with institutions such as Tulane University Health Sciences Center.
• Individual and personalized attention for each patient and his medical needs.
• Personalized health-oriented advise, providing at all times full information regarding the condition and progress of the conditions being treated

Additionally the supporting staff of the Hospital Clinica Biblica –such as nurses and assistants, make sure you are provided with the best health-care service at all times, keeping a strict control of your condition 24 hours a day and providing individualized care as your needs may so require.