Hospital Samaritano

3.9 stars ·

Hospital Samaritano provides high-standard medical infrastructure for various specialties including plastic surgery and cardiology, attracting medical tourists. It features advanced technology and comprehensive pre- to post-operative care in a comfortable environment. The hospital is a reference for international patients seeking quality treatment in Rio.

71%
Satisfaction Rate
1963
Established

Our Treatments

Orthopedics

$1,500 - $5,000

Surgical procedures focused on the musculoskeletal system

Cosmetic Surgery

$3,000 - $10,000

Aesthetic and reconstructive surgical procedures

Arthroscopy

$2,500 - $6,000

Minimally invasive joint surgery

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

Heart & Vascular

$5,000 - $20,000

Heart and cardiovascular system treatments

Knee/Hip Replacement

$10,000 - $25,000

Joint replacement surgery for improved mobility

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

Angioplasty & Stenting

$4,000 - $12,000

Procedure to open blocked arteries

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

Surgical Oncology

$5,000 - $15,000

Surgical removal of cancerous tumors

2-8 weeks
1-6 hours
  • Recovery: 2-8 weeks
  • Duration: 1-6 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Heart Bypass

$7,992 - $9,193

Coronary artery bypass surgery

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

Customer Reviews

3.9

Based on 7 reviews

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"Very good treatment for a fractured wrist. English speaking and good price"

liam mooney
· July 11, 2026

"When i came they did 4 tests on me, all negative, then let me wait for 7 hours in emergency room without any information. No information what test were negative and what I'm waiting for, only after i asked couple of times i was told I'm waiting for malaria specialist to come to hospital. After malaria test was also negative i had to wait for more evaluations.This couldn't be done during waiting for a specialist? Now at the evening im still waiting, writing this review, i still wasnt told what price will i have to pay for those tests earlier... Update - i ended up with a bill 2090 reals for a services i didn't want if i was told at any point by staff that your hospital doesn't have malaria tests i would just leave and search elsewhere. Instead i ended but doing dests for disaes that im mostly vaccinated for. All it would take is bit communication with a patient to prevent this. I consider this process a scam focused to charge me as much as you can because I'm tourist..."

adam kováč
· July 11, 2026

"Very fast and easy, they prescribed me the right treatment. I was worried since I don't speak Portuguese, but they have English speakers there who are extremely nice and happy to help!"

Roland Joice
· February 25, 2026

"The best clinic in Rio de Janeiro! Very professional treatment and amazing people, don't hesitate while looking for medical help and choose this hospital. I'm so grateful to all the team, they were always there when I needed, big thank you for everybody!"

Monika Popławska
· February 25, 2026

"This place is a complete scam!!! I had an allergic reaction, and needed a blood test, so asked if they could do one. They said yes of course, but first you need to pay (around 150 usd) and registrar. It was a huge mess, that involved close to ten different people, and took hours. When I finally was able to see a doctor, she simply said "oh we don't do that here, have a good day!""

Mikkas Skulstad
· February 25, 2026

"My dad was treated here for 5 weeks in the intensive care unit after he fell seriously ill during a vacation. We were more than just lucky to come to this excellent hospital. But the greatest treasure is all its employees. In addition to all professionalism, they are so full of humanity and care that one can only get well. We will never forget all the doctors, nurses, therapists, psychologists as well as the kitchen and hygiene team as well as the friendly staff at reception. They have all helped us going through a difficult time, made it possible to laugh each day what made my dad recover so well and quickly."

Silke Grunow
· February 25, 2026

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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

English
Portuguese

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, Portuguese

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