Fundación Cardioinfantil - Instituto de Cardiología

4.0 stars ·

This JCI-accredited hospital specializes in cardiac surgery, transplants, and cardiovascular care, making it a top destination for international patients seeking heart procedures in Bogotá. It is recognized as one of Latin America's leading facilities for complex cardiac interventions with high success rates. Offers comprehensive medical tourism services including recovery support.[4]

80%
Satisfaction Rate
1986
Established

Certifications & Accreditations

Joint Commission International (JCI) Accreditation (Joint Commission)
JCI Accreditation (Joint Commission International)
National and International Accreditation (Colombian and International Bodies)
Joint Commission International Accreditation (Joint Commission)
Joint Commission International (Joint Commission International)

Our Treatments

Heart & Vascular

$5,000 - $15,000

Heart and cardiovascular system treatments

95.0% success

Heart Bypass

$25,000 - $50,000

Coronary artery bypass surgery

98.0% success
6-12 weeks
3-6 hours
  • Recovery: 6-12 weeks
  • Duration: 3-6 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Angioplasty & Stenting

$10,000 - $25,000

Procedure to open blocked arteries

97.0% success
1-2 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: sedation

Heart Valve Replacement

$30,000 - $60,000

Surgical replacement of damaged heart valves

96.0% success
8-12 weeks
3-5 hours
  • Recovery: 8-12 weeks
  • Duration: 3-5 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Pacemaker Implant

$15,000 - $30,000

Cardiac pacemaker insertion

99.0% success
2-4 weeks
1-2 hours
  • Recovery: 2-4 weeks
  • Duration: 1-2 hours
  • Anesthesia: local

Our Medical Team

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Dr. Luis Jaime Tellez Rodriguez

cirugía

Médico mencionado en reseñas de pacientes por su excelente atención y profesionalismo.

Customer Reviews

4.0

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"The service is very good for the company's benefit, with extremely spacious and comfortable facilities. A room with a bathroom, closet, TV, Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking included. The personalized medical checkup includes audiometry, general medicine, and optometry. I was pleased with the service provided."

Bryan Rodriguez
· March 1, 2026

"Hippy"

Ricardo García
· March 1, 2026

"Ok"

wilmar augusto leon rosso
· March 1, 2026

"Such a great medical facility. Helpful and friendly staff."

Jola S
· March 1, 2026

"Absolutely the worst medical care I’ve ever experienced—and I’ve been treated all over the world. Had surgery today, and not a single thing that was agreed upon was followed. I never even spoke with the anesthesiologist beforehand, and she didn’t bother using a mouth guard—completely destroying my dental work and causing over $4,000 in damage. I explicitly agreed (and paid) to have the procedure done with a nerve block, which the doctor also confirmed… and of course, that didn’t happen either. She did whatever she wanted with zero regard for what was discussed. And it gets worse—my blood pressure skyrocketed to a life-threatening 249/119, and they gave me absolutely no medication. My family had to rush out mid-crisis to buy meds from a pharmacy. That’s insane and flat-out dangerous. After surgery—while I had screws and wires in my hand—they sent me home with no post-op instructions, no guidance, no follow-up plan. Nothing. There were red flags from the start, and I ignored them because I needed the procedure done, but this level of negligence and disregard for patient safety is beyond unacceptable. I will be filing a formal grievance, even though that’s not typically my style. But this is on another level."

D
· March 1, 2026

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Destination Score

75%
Savings vs. US Prices
2
JCI Accredited
#10
global rank
50,000+
patients/year
63
Healthcare & Safety
58
Safety
80
Cost & Value
75
Travel & Getting There
70
Internet Speed
80
Climate
81
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

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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

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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