Costa Rica, San José
Consultation with a pediatrician in PediaClinic
About the clinic
A consultation with a pediatrician at PediaClinic in San José, Costa Rica, provides a thorough health assessment for children from birth through adolescence. This clinic is the first private facility in Costa Rica dedicated exclusively to pediatric care and holds ASCO accreditation. The medical team assesses physical growth, motor skills, and neurological development to monitor health milestones.
Parents receive detailed counseling on their child's wellbeing and preventive healthcare during the visit. The clinic operates across six locations in the San José area, including sites in Avenida Escazú and Plaza Real Alajuela. The Lindora site features an on-site clinical lab and medical imaging, including X-ray, ultrasound, CT, and MRI scanners. Pediatricians at this facility are bilingual and provide services in both English and Spanish.
What the diagnostic includes
- Physical examination. The doctor evaluates the child’s overall physical health and body systems.
- Growth monitoring. Measurement of weight and height to track developmental progress.
- Developmental screening. Assessment of motor, cognitive, and social milestones.
- Sensory checks. Basic testing of hearing and vision development.
- Neurological review. Evaluation of the child’s reflexes and nervous system function.
- Specialist referrals. Immediate access to over 20 pediatric subspecialties within the same network if needed.
PediaClinic employs nearly 70 doctors and 30 support staff to manage outpatient consultations. The network covers more than 20 pediatric fields, ensuring specialized knowledge is available for various health concerns. Families can request a consultation for a general check-up or to address specific pediatric conditions at any of the clinic’s regional branches. To begin the process, you may leave a request on Bookimed.
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PediaClinic: more details about the clinic
Costa Rica, San José
PediaClinic is a multi-specialty pediatric clinic in San José, Costa Rica. It operates through 6 locations across the region. These sites include Avenida Escazú, Hospital Metropolitano Lindora, and Sede San José. Additional branches serve patients at Los Yoses, Plaza Vizcaya, and Plaza Real Alajuela. The medical team consists of nearly 70 doctors and 30 support staff.
Accreditations and Achievements
The clinic holds ASCO accreditation, which reflects its commitment to recognized medical standards. PediaClinic coordinates specialist care with a strong focus on preventive medicine. The multi-site structure lets families access diverse pediatric sub-specialties within a single network.
Pediatric Specialties and Preventive Care
The medical team provides care across more than 20 pediatric fields. Specialists manage routine health needs and complex chronic conditions. The clinic integrates diverse directions to support childhood development:
- Pediatric Pulmonology and Infectious Diseases
- Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases
- Hematology and Immunology
- Pediatric Psychiatry and Psychology
- Speech and Physical Therapy
- Genetics and Neonatology
Preventive programs focus on early detection of developmental issues. The clinic offers hip evaluation starting at birth to identify dysplasia. Specialists recommend these screenings before the first 6 weeks of life. Ocular and hearing screenings are available for school-aged children.
Surgical and Emergency Services
The pediatric surgery department performs various corrective procedures. Dr. José Pablo Muñoz specializes in orthopedics and traumatology for adolescents. Common surgical interventions include tonsillectomy and adenoid removal. Dr. Mauricio Rivera Cerdas brings over 15 years of experience to the neonatology team.
Emergency care is available at the Hospital Metropolitano Lindora site. Pediatricians staff this unit to handle urgent medical situations. The facility provides immediate access to laboratory work and imaging studies, so doctors can diagnose and treat acute illnesses or injuries quickly.
Advanced Diagnostic Services
The clinic uses dedicated diagnostic tools for pediatric assessments. Specialists perform laryngoscopy and nasal endoscopy for ENT evaluations. Audiometry and otoscopy check hearing health in newborns. Visual acuity tests help identify early vision problems in young patients. These services support personalized treatment planning.
Specialized Health Programs
PediaClinic operates a dedicated Centro de Vacunación for infant and child immunizations. Parents can access vaccines at Lindora and Avenida Escazú without an appointment. The clinic runs a Maternal and Infant Dentistry Program too. This service provides dental guidance for pregnant women and infants at 3- and 9-month milestones. Sports nutrition and physical screenings are available for young athletes.
Additional services
Language assistance
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free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
Patient reviews
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Jimmy Fernandez
Aug 21, 2024
Excellent service—very punctual, and the quality of the doctors stands out for their caring, humane approach and sensitive treatment.
Angela Maria Pineda Osorio
Oct 5, 2022
The doctors are incredible—humanity and expert knowledge, each one in their field. I recommend this place because you can find all specialties for my children and, in addition, the doctors can share information about the diagnoses among themselves to provide better care for all patients. Excellent experience. I’ve been a client with my two kids for more than 3 years.
MANUEL BALMACEDA
Oct 9, 2026
Juan José Dobles Ávila
Aug 21, 2024
Eneagrama Quântico Fran
Jun 6, 2023
Perfect, very good.
Dani fernandez
Feb 13, 2023
Emily Penner
Jan 25, 2023
Kalton Bethancourt
Oct 27, 2022
Excellent service
Ericka Arias
Feb 14, 2022
Cecilia T. Fasolino
Feb 16, 2020
Avenida Escazú, San José, Costa Rica
updated 10/28/2026
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