Table of Contents:
How to use this guide
Before You Go
Health & Wellness Check Culture Shock Packing Money Cell Phones
Destination Information
About Costa Rica Arrival Instructions Cultural Differences Working Culture Diversity Abroad How to Move Around Things to Do on Your Own Sustainability Tips Shopping
Emergencies, Health & Safety
CIS Abroad On-site Program Coordinator In Case of Emergency Health Insurance What to Do if I Get Sick Health On-site Safety On-site Code of Conduct
Student Hub Links:
Micro Credentials

Welcome to
Costa Rica

Health On-site

Medical Services

How to make an appointment

You can make an appointment with a local doctor at Clinica Biblica by dialing +506-2522-1000 or at Hospital CIMA dialing +506-2208-1000. There is an option to speak with someone in english and you can also request an english speaking doctor. 

For medical emergencies students can go to the ER at Hospital Cima or Clinica Biblica Hospital. 

Pharmacies 

There are several pharmacies around San José:

Mental Health Resources

Local Counselors

  • Ana Victoria Madrigal - You can schedule an appointment through CIS Site Director, Lisa Pinheiro.
  • Clinica Biblica - You can schedule an appointment by dialing +506-2522-1000. 

 

 

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