Hospital CIMA San José

3.2 stars ·

CIMA San José is a modern private hospital frequently listed among Costa Rica’s top medical tourism destinations. It is known for serving international patients with high-acuity surgical and medical care, English-speaking services, and internationally oriented standards.

60%
Satisfaction Rate
2000
Established

Certifications & Accreditations

Joint Commission International (JCI) Gold Seal of Approval (Joint Commission International)

Our Treatments

Orthopedics

$8,000 - $22,000

Surgical procedures focused on the musculoskeletal system

Knee/Hip Replacement

$14,000 - $32,000

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

$18,000 - $45,000

Surgical treatment for spinal conditions

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

Cosmetic Surgery

$3,500 - $15,000

Aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures

Cancer Treatment

$5,000 - $25,000

Oncological treatments and cancer therapies

Chemotherapy

$3,000 - $12,000

Drug treatment for cancer

Varies by protocol
2-6 hours per session
  • Recovery: Varies by protocol
  • Duration: 2-6 hours per session
  • Anesthesia: none

Radiation Therapy

$12,000 - $45,000

High-energy radiation treatment

2-6 weeks after final session
15-30 minutes per session
  • Recovery: 2-6 weeks after final session
  • Duration: 15-30 minutes per session
  • Anesthesia: none

Immunotherapy

$6,000 - $20,000

Treatment using the body's immune system

Varies
30-90 minutes per infusion
  • Recovery: Varies
  • Duration: 30-90 minutes per infusion
  • Anesthesia: none

Customer Reviews

3.2

Based on 5 reviews

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"I think this hospital is amazing, so many options for services, the doctors are so qualified and the services are quick and easy... Much better than any hospital ive ever seen in Canada to be honest"

Genevieve Gravino
· July 9, 2026

"If I could give less stars I would. Cima has wildly unethical doctors that are only out to line their pockets at any expense. We went in to arrange for a birth in their hospital, the doctor tried to tell us my wife's water had broken and needed a c-section that same day. We followed up at a public hospital and found it to be a lie. The doctor also told us they had a staggering 70% rate for c-sections, a number that is nonsensical. These doctors will lie to you so they can charge you more and only have you in the hospital for an hour rather than having to be on call all day. Stay as far away as possible."

Shawn Paul
· July 9, 2026

"No sense or urgency even for pregnant patients Try to avoid this hospital for urgencies and ambulatory matters their process need to be re-work, came here with a 8 month pregnant woman and they took 1 hour to attend her, front desk has not courtesy and there are problems between the stuff that are clearly noticeable(frontdesk/nurse) only 3 people infront of us at the time. I will highly suggest to go to clínica bíblica or hospital metropolitano instead they are about the same distances and they are very good"

D River
· July 9, 2026

"My grandson was born at this hospital. Good condition maternity ward. Nurse Avi is just amazing. Dr. Giacomin is the best OB-GYN Dr. Acuña is an outstanding pediatrician. The condition of the suit- room 2022- isn’t optimal. Needs wall retouches, two of the blinds do not work, and the food quality is not great. Chicken choice wasn’t good. Cost related to quality is unacceptable.. visiting hours are from 10 am - 7 pm. There is a guard at night that is very rude and disrespectful. He should not be working for a hospital as he doesn’t have social skills."

Catalina Trejos Bowden
· July 9, 2026

"I had an exceptional experience with the medical check up. All providers were patient, kind and thorough. I will be back and I will recommend."

Takeya McCarthy
· July 9, 2026

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Dental and wellness leader with accredited clinics. Eco-tourism recovery. Visa-free for West.

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Destination Score

70%
Savings vs. US Prices
2
JCI Accredited
#1
global rank
70,000+
patients/year
66
Healthcare & Safety
65
Safety
71
Cost & Value
83
Travel & Getting There
65
Internet Speed
89
Climate
92
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality Excellent
Hospitals 3+
JCI Accredited 2 facilities
Emergency Services Good
Pharmacies Widely available
Safety Rating Moderate-High
Insurance International insurance accepted at major private hospitals; most medical tourists use private sector facilities

Travel & Getting There

Airport Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
Distance to City 17 km (~25 min)
English Level High
Public Transit Moderate
Taxis & Rideshare Widely available; rideshare services operational

EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $85
Hotel (mid-range) $120/night
Restaurant Meal $15
Daily Transport $20
Currency Costa Rican Colón (CRC)
Tipping 10% tip customary in restaurants; optional for other services
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
60%
cosmetic surgery
70%
cardiac
65%
orthopedic
60%
fertility
55%
bariatric
50%

Climate & Environment

Average 20.3°C · Tropical monsoon

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

Best Time to Visit December to April
Air Quality (AQI) 42
Water Quality Bottled recommended
Internet Speed 50 Mbps
Mobile Network Good 4G/LTE

Medical Tourism Hub

#1 global rank 70,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
DentalCosmetic SurgeryBariatric SurgeryCardiacOrthopedicFertilityOphthalmic
Government-backed program
Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

Historical tours (Teatro Nacional, Pre-Columbian Gold Museum)
Beach excursions (Pacific and Caribbean beaches)
National Parks and nature refuges
Shopping districts (Escazú, La Sabana)
Wellness and spa facilities

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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This clinic speaks: English, Spanish

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