Clínica São Vicente da Gávea

2.8 stars ·

Private hospital with a strong surgical and emergency profile in Rio de Janeiro’s South Zone. It is known for serving private and international patients across specialties including orthopedics, bariatric-related procedures, and cardiology.

40%
Satisfaction Rate
1944
Established

Certifications & Accreditations

Acreditação Nível Ouro / Nível 2 (IBES – Instituto Brasileiro para Excelência em Saúde)

Our Treatments

Orthopedics

$2,500 - $12,000

Surgical procedures focused on the musculoskeletal system

92.0% success

Knee/Hip Replacement

$6,000 - $18,000

Joint replacement surgery for improved mobility

95.0% success
6-12 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 6-12 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Spine Surgery

$8,000 - $25,000

Surgical treatment for spinal conditions

90.0% success
4-12 weeks
2-6 hours
  • Recovery: 4-12 weeks
  • Duration: 2-6 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Weight Loss Surgery

$5,500 - $13,000

Bariatric and weight management surgical procedures

88.0% success

Gastric Bypass

$7,000 - $15,000

Weight loss bypass surgery

90.0% success
2-4 weeks
2-4 hours
  • Recovery: 2-4 weeks
  • Duration: 2-4 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Gastric Sleeve

$6,000 - $14,000

Stomach reduction surgery

90.0% success
2-3 weeks
1-2 hours
  • Recovery: 2-3 weeks
  • Duration: 1-2 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Heart & Vascular

$2,500 - $20,000

Heart and cardiovascular system treatments

92.0% success

Angioplasty & Stenting

$6,000 - $18,000

Procedure to open blocked arteries

93.0% success
1-2 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: sedation

Customer Reviews

2.8

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"probably one of the poorest customer service i have ever encountered at the reception. we have been gaslit, we have been asked to pay for just stepping into the hospital asking if our insurance covers the hospital. unable to provide help, service, or anything whatsoever. do yourself a favor and stay away from this place, i am sure there are tons of others that will treat you better"

Gabriel Gribincea
· July 9, 2026

"Horríble. This is a wanna be CopaStar Unprofessional front desk and doctors are not good at all Never came Back again"

Zerlei Ribeiro Fly Man
· July 9, 2026

"Extremely well prepared staff, top notch quality professionals and very high tech and modern facility!"

Gustavo Costa
· July 9, 2026

"Loved the customer service the hospitality offered is a10/10 literally Fasano version of hospitals"

Alan Araujo
· July 9, 2026

"VERY BAD ACCOUNTANCY DEP. Your payment terminal was dysfunctional when I was helped at the hospital, your colleague told me they would send the invoice by email. Only weeks mater they send a payment link WHICH DOESNT work. They send many automated emails and I replied many times asking their bank details, but no reply. Also not possible to get in touch over the phone or whatsapp with the accounting department. My insurance (ALLIANZ) tried many times to contact them too. No response. In the meantime they keep sending automated emails threatening me. But still dont read my emails."

Anthony Kadic
· July 9, 2026

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Cosmetic surgery capital. Beach recovery.

70

Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
5
JCI Accredited
#28
global rank
100,000+
patients/year
72
Healthcare & Safety
58
Safety
72
Cost & Value
65
Travel & Getting There
70
Internet Speed
87
Climate
78
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Very Good
Hospitals 50+
JCI Accredited 5 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies Widely available
Safety Rating Moderate
Insurance Private hospitals widely accept international insurance; many have English-speaking staff for medical tourists

Travel & Getting There

Airport Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG)
Distance to City 20 km (~30 min)
English Level Low
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Rideshares like Uber and 99 widely available; taxis abundant in tourist areas

EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $80
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Brazilian Real (BRL)
Tipping Tipping 10% in restaurants common; optional for taxis and hotels
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
70%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%

Climate & Environment

Average 23.6°C · Tropical

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

Best Time to Visit December to March
Air Quality (AQI) 29
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 100 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#28 global rank 100,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
Cosmetic SurgeryDentalOrthopedicsFertilityBariatric Surgery
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Beach excursions
Historical tours
Shopping districts
Christ the Redeemer visits
Carnival events

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

Portuguese
English

Business Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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This clinic speaks: Portuguese, English

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