Medical Tourism in Costa Rica 2026

Ideal Image Medical Spa Clinic is a private plastic surgery center in San José, Costa Rica. Its surgeons hold multiple international certifications, including ISAPS and ASAPS.

• Treats patients from Europe, the United States, and Latin America.
• Serves both adults and children.
• Certified by IPRAS and FILACP, two leading plastic surgery organizations.

Miguel Delgado, M.D. is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in gynecomastia surgery. The clinic operates Gynecomastia.org, a trusted online resource. Virtual consultations are available for international patients.

• Over 35 years of experience with male breast reduction surgery.
• Tissue samples sent to pathology to rule out breast cancer during each procedure.
• Gynecomastia.org features before-and-after photos and a detailed Q&A section.
• Thousands of satisfied patients from around the world.

Ashtanga Yoga Mama is a wellness retreat in Nicoya, Costa Rica. It specializes in Ashtanga yoga and holistic wellness programs. The retreat is set in the Nicoya Peninsula, a recognized Blue Zone.

• Nicoya Peninsula is one of the world's five Blue Zones, associated with exceptional longevity.

Dr. Howard S. Sutkin is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience in San José, Costa Rica. The clinic specializes in breast surgery, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and liposuction. Dr. Sutkin completed fellowships at the Robbins Institute and Buncke Clinic.

• Uses advanced endoscopic technology to reduce incision size and recovery time.
• Offers same-day consultations for most procedures.
• Treats trauma and complex injuries in addition to cosmetic procedures.
• Provides hair transplants, BOTOX Cosmetic, and erectile dysfunction treatment.

Dr. Kristelle Lusby is a dermatology and plastic surgery clinic in San José using Fraxel Dual lasers and CoolSculpting. Specialties include medical and cosmetic dermatology, plus plastic and reconstructive surgery.

• Smoothbeam Laser treats acne and scars with no downtime.
• The clinic offers mommy makeovers and hand rejuvenation services.
• Reconstructive surgery includes breast reduction and melanoma surgery.
• Board-certified surgeons lead consultations for face lifts and body contouring.

Aesthetx is a plastic surgery and dermatology clinic in San José, Costa Rica. It offers surgical and non-surgical procedures in a private surgical suite with concierge care. It uses Piezoelectric tools for rhinoplasty and the FDA-approved miraDry treatment.

• Offers diVa laser for vaginal rejuvenation and Avéli for cellulite treatment.
• Combination surgeries like the mommy makeover are available.
• Has a loyalty program for returning patients.
• Provides customized surgical methods tailored to each patient's anatomy.

Sono Bello – San Jose is a Costa Rica plastic surgery clinic with American Board-certified surgeons. Core specialties include laser liposuction, AbEX, and cleft lip procedures.

• Limits liposuction to three areas per session for safer recovery.
• Offers micro-laser liposuction for precise fat removal.
• Has a support and education team that guides patients during consultations.

Regina Rosenthal is a Costa Rica plastic surgery clinic led by a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. It specializes in breast surgery, facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, and non-invasive cosmetic procedures.

• Covers a wide range of cosmetic surgeries – breast augmentation, facelifts, rhinoplasty, mommy makeovers, necklift, and breast reduction for men and women.
• Non-invasive options include Botox, dermal fillers (Restylane), laser treatments, and Obagi skin care systems.
• Before-and-after photos and patient testimonials are available on the clinic’s website for review.

Cosmetic Laser Medical Center is led by Dr. William Ellis, an ophthalmologist and engineer who has performed LASIK surgery since the 1980s. It specializes in LASIK vision correction, ophthalmic surgery, and facial cosmetic procedures.

• Dr. Ellis has trained hundreds of eye surgeons internationally in the RK procedure.
• Vision correction options include LASIK, PRK, cataract surgery, and reading vision correction.
• Facial cosmetic treatments include blepharoplasty, Botox, dermal fillers, skin rejuvenation, and collagen induction therapy.
• Free seminars and consultations help patients learn about LASIK before deciding.

Steven K Struck MD is a plastic surgery practice in San José led by a board-certified surgeon who pioneered skin laser technology. The clinic specializes in body surgeries, breast augmentation, and laser treatments. The surgeon took part in 22 FDA research studies for laser devices.

• Opened in 1996, the practice has over 20 years of experience.
• Combines laser technology with surgical techniques for natural results.
• Nurse-administered injectables like Botox and fillers are offered.
• Recognized by peers for presentations at medical conferences nationwide.
• Laser resurfacing and fat injections are also available.