Clínica San Diego

3.7 stars ·

Clínica San Diego specializes in bariatric surgery including gastric sleeve and bypass, attracting weight loss tourists with comprehensive pre- and post-op care. Surgeons are ISCOGS certified, ensuring safety and long-term results at 60-80% less than US prices. Full medical tourism support available.[8]

1990

Established

Certifications & Accreditations

Good Clinical Practices (GCP)

Our Treatments

Weight Loss Surgery

$3,500 - $5,500

Bariatric and weight management surgical procedures

95.0% success

Gastric Bypass

$4,500 - $6,500

Weight loss bypass surgery

92.0% success

2-4 weeks

2-4 hours

Recovery: 2-4 weeks
Duration: 2-4 hours
Anesthesia: general

Gastric Sleeve

$3,500 - $5,000

Stomach reduction surgery

96.0% success

2-3 weeks

1-2 hours

Recovery: 2-3 weeks
Duration: 1-2 hours
Anesthesia: general

Gastric Balloon

$2,000 - $3,500

Non-surgical intragastric balloon placement

1-3 days

20-30 minutes

Recovery: 1-3 days
Duration: 20-30 minutes
Anesthesia: sedation

Lap Band

$3,000 - $4,500

Adjustable gastric banding

1-2 weeks

1-2 hours

Recovery: 1-2 weeks
Duration: 1-2 hours
Anesthesia: general

Our Medical Team

Adriana Diaz Palmet

Ophthalmologist Plastic Ocular

Specialist in ocular plastics in Office 418.

Álvaro Echeverri Bustamante

Ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologist serving in Office 525.

Alvaro José Jaramillo Estrada

Corneologist

Corneologist in Office 525 with personal website.

Ana Isabel Rivera Gomez

Corneologist

Corneologist based in Office 709 at Clínica Sandiego.

Andrés Bustamante Arias

Ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologist with personal website and Instagram.

Ángela María Sierra Marín

General Ophthalmologist

General ophthalmologist in Office 523.

Beatriz Duque Hernández

Ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologist in Office 522.

Customer Reviews

3.7

Based on 3 reviews

"When I was hospitalized for 2 days and no hematologist came to see me"

Angel Lopez Arias

· March 1, 2026

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Destination Score

75%

Savings vs. US Prices

JCI Accredited

#10

global rank

50,000+

patients/year

Healthcare & Safety

Safety

Cost & Value

Travel & Getting There

Internet Speed

Climate

Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Very Good

Hospitals 50+

JCI Accredited 2 facilities

Emergency Services Good

Pharmacies 24/7 widely available

Safety Rating Moderate

Insurance International insurance widely accepted at JCI-accredited hospitals with direct billing options

Travel & Getting There

Airport El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

Distance to City 13 km (~30 min)

English Level Moderate

Public Transit Moderate

Taxis & Rideshare Rideshares like Uber and InDriver widely available; traditional taxis abundant but use apps for safety

EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $65

Hotel (mid-range) $80/night

Restaurant Meal $12

Daily Transport $15

Currency Colombian Peso (COP)

Tipping 10-15% in restaurants and for taxis; not mandatory but appreciated

Savings vs. US Prices

dental

70%

cosmetic surgery

75%

cardiac

65%

orthopedic

70%

fertility

60%

Climate & Environment

Average 14°C · Subtropical highland

Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)

Best Time to Visit December to March, July to August

Air Quality (AQI) 75

Water Quality Bottled recommended

Internet Speed 100 Mbps

Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#10 global rank 50,000+ patients/year Very Good recovery environment

CardiologyOrthopedicsCosmetic SurgeryOphthalmologyOncology

Government-backed program

Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Historical tours

Shopping districts

Cultural museums

Gastronomic experiences

Nature walks in nearby hills

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

English

Spanish

Payment Methods

credit_cardfinancing

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This clinic speaks: English, Spanish

Clínica San Diego

Certifications & Accreditations

Our Treatments

Weight Loss Surgery

Gastric Bypass

Gastric Sleeve

Gastric Balloon

Lap Band

Our Medical Team

Adriana Diaz Palmet

Álvaro Echeverri Bustamante

Alvaro José Jaramillo Estrada

Ana Isabel Rivera Gomez

Andrés Bustamante Arias

Ángela María Sierra Marín

Beatriz Duque Hernández

Customer Reviews

Understanding the Treatment Process

How to Prepare for Your Medical Journey with Vayby

Navigating Your Treatment Options with Confidence and Clarity

Post-Treatment Care: Ensuring a Smooth Recovery Process

Why Choose Bogotá, Colombia?

Healthcare & Safety

Travel & Getting There

Cost & Value

Savings vs. US Prices

Climate & Environment

Medical Tourism Hub

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

Payment Methods

Ready to Plan Your Trip to Clínica San Diego?

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