Instituto Nacional de Cardiologia (INC)

4.2 stars ·

Instituto Nacional de Cardiologia is a leading public-private cardiac center in Rio de Janeiro, offering advanced treatments for international patients through partnerships. It excels in cardiac surgery and interventions with world-class expertise. The institute supports medical tourism with coordinated services in Botafogo.[1]

80%
Satisfaction Rate
1953
Established

Our Treatments

Heart & Vascular

$5,000 - $25,000

Heart and cardiovascular system treatments

Heart Bypass

$30,000 - $80,000

Coronary artery bypass surgery

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

Angioplasty & Stenting

$10,000 - $35,000

Procedure to open blocked arteries

98.0% success
1-2 weeks
1-3 hours
  • Recovery: 1-2 weeks
  • Duration: 1-3 hours
  • Anesthesia: sedation

Heart Valve Replacement

$25,000 - $60,000

Surgical replacement of damaged heart valves

95.0% success
8-12 weeks
3-5 hours
  • Recovery: 8-12 weeks
  • Duration: 3-5 hours
  • Anesthesia: general

Pacemaker Implant

$15,000 - $40,000

Cardiac pacemaker insertion

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

Customer Reviews

4.2

Based on 5 reviews

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"Instituto Nacional de Cardiologista "Salva-se vidas❤🙏🏻" É o melhor hospital para tratamento cardíaco da América Latina, com médicos super qualificados e equipamentos de última geração tecnologia. Com excelente atendimento de toda a equipe hospitalar, muito educados. O hospital é super limpo e o ambiente é agradável. Localiza-se no bairro de Laranjeiras no Rio de Janeiro-RJ. Meus parabéns ao Instituto Nacional de Cardiologista INC 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻"

Engenheiro Emanuel Jambo Gama
· July 9, 2026

"É importante reconhecer quando um serviço público funciona bem. Em minha experiência recente com o Instituto Nacional de Cardiologia, observei uma equipe dedicada, atendimento respeitoso e uma estrutura organizada dentro das possibilidades do sistema de saúde. Sabemos que diferentes experiências podem ocorrer, mas também é justo registrar quando o cuidado e o profissionalismo se fazem presentes. Meus cumprimentos a todos os profissionais que diariamente se empenham para oferecer o melhor aos pacientes."

André Ferreira
· July 9, 2026

"Me trato a mais de 5 anos aqui excelente hospital o único problema é a recepcionista Eloah Ferreira muito grossa...tem quencolocsr melhores atendentes na recepção."

Alexandre Forain
· July 9, 2026

"Sou paciente desde de 2012 mais o médico que nos atentedia se afastou e não entrou outro profissional no lugar, minha última consulta foi 23/09/2020 de lá até hoje são vários telefonemas e nada de positivo (médico Dr.Manuel) ele atendia apartir de terça-feira à sexta-feira apartir 14hs eram muitos pacientes eu me pergunto para onde foi esses pacientes todos será que.morreram só sobrou eu ????"

José Elisio
· July 9, 2026

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Willian Jorge
· July 9, 2026

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Destination Score

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