Hospital Militar Central

3.4 stars ·

Hospital Militar Central in Bogotá is a large public-access teaching hospital with a strong reputation for trauma, orthopedics, and surgical care.[6] Although primarily serving military and public patients, it is referenced in medical tourism guides as a high-volume center for complex trauma and orthopedic surgery that can also manage international cases.[6]

60%
Satisfaction Rate
1947
Established

Our Treatments

Orthopedics

$3,000 - $8,000

Surgical procedures focused on the musculoskeletal system

92.0% success

Knee/Hip Replacement

$7,000 - $14,000

Joint replacement surgery for improved mobility

93.0% success
6-12 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 6-12 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Spine Surgery

$9,000 - $22,000

Surgical treatment for spinal conditions

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

Sports Injury Repair

$2,500 - $9,000

Surgical repair of athletic injuries

93.0% success
4-12 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 4-12 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Arthroscopy

$4,000 - $9,000

Minimally invasive joint surgery

94.0% success
1-6 weeks
30-90 minutes
  • Recovery: 1-6 weeks
  • Duration: 30-90 minutes
  • Anesthesia: local

Customer Reviews

3.4

Based on 5 reviews

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"Thanks for what you did"

Enrique Arias Castaño
· July 12, 2026

"Very good"

Nestor Romero
· July 12, 2026

"Aaa"

John Jairo Alonso Grisales Salinas
· July 12, 2026

"The was the worst experience Ive ever had and I am traumatized by what happened. English speaking foreigners beware. Do not go here. I was held for many hours and not allowed to leave by the guards — after requesting a basic EKG that was normal. I was held and they added more and more appointments I didnt want or need. More than 6 hours in the hospital, $200, no results from the blood work. The process was entirely disorganized with people forgetting papers and leaving payment cards behind. The front desk people dont know how to use a credit card reader. They tried 3 of my cards and told me it was a bank issue. I used the reader myself and it worked instantly. They didnt have paper or ink to print the receipt. They tried to charge my card a second time so they could print a freaking receipt as I demanded my card back. The doctors kept reassuring me I wouldn't miss my critical call at work. I missed it. It took more than 90 minutes to get processed for exit, with the guards not allowing me to leave, until I missed my call. I was literally in tears in the lobby."

Joey Hendrickson
· July 12, 2026

"Not suitable for tourists. They retained me a full night against my will for no reason and made me pay for it. They only go after your money."

Amcasep
· July 12, 2026

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71

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

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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