Health Tourism In Costa Rica » Women’s Medicine

Urology

admin — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 23:00:28 +0000

Another important area of women’s medicine is feminine incontinence. Using the surgical technique SLLOLOMO RAZ (vesical suspension), Costa Rican urology teams have had marked success in correcting feminine incontinence.

Breast Reconstruction

admin — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 22:45:36 +0000

Many of the fine cosmetic surgeons in Costa Rica also are fine reconstructive surgeons. For a woman, quality reconstruction after breast surgery can be critical, and Costa Rica’s reconstructive surgeons realize the importance of excellence. Often covered by US health insurance, this surgery can be performed in Costa Rica by experienced and caring professionals at considerable savings to both the insurer and the insured.

Infertility

admin — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 22:44:17 +0000

Certainly one of the most painful conditions for those wanting a family is the condition of infertility. The Costa Rican Infertility Institute (Instituto Costarricense de Infertilidad, ICI) is a complete, modern medical complex specializing in female reproduction and related problems. ICI specializes in assisted reproduction techniques such as in-vitro fertilization and GIFT. The Institute also offers, where appropriate, surgical reversal of certain forms of tubal ligation.

The Director, Dr. Gerardo Escalante, and Assistant Director, Doctor Delia Ribas, are highly- trained medical professionals who have dedicated their medical careers to assisting women become mothers. ICI is staffed with equally dedicated professionals and the on-site laboratory and ultra-modern technological support are all mutually complementary.

There are also medical specialists in breast and uterine cancers associated with the Infertility Institute.

OB-GYN

admin — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 22:43:08 +0000

Women’s health services in Costa Rica are complete, professional and performed by genuinely caring professionals. From annual check-ups, complete with ultrasound and mammography, to complete birthing services, the OB-GYN professionals, lovingly care for their patients. The Latin culture places high value on mothers and children and nowhere else is this cultural aspect so clearly evident.