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.

Chase Lay, MD Clinic: Dr. Chase Lay values the doctor-patient relationship and collaborates with patients to help attain their cosmetic goals. The clinic offers various treatments for the face, hands, and body, including BOTOX®, KYBELLA®, HydraFacial, and IV therapy. Dr. Lay is a facial plastic surgeon serving the San Francisco Bay Area. The clinic aims to make patients' experiences as positive and convenient as possible. The clinic provides information to help patients make an educated decision. The clinic also offers virtual consultations and accommodates out-of-town patients. The team comprises experienced professionals, including an office manager and patient coordinator.

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.

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.

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.