International Hospital of Colombia - HIC
Super-Specialty Hospital
Private Hospital
Vereda de Menzuly, Terrazas De Menzuly #Km 7, Piedecuesta, La Parcela, Piedecuesta, Santander, Colombia, Bucaramanga, Colombia 681018
International Hospital of Colombia - HIC
Patient Trusted Hospital
One of the most preferred hospitals on CureMeAbroad, according to patients
Care provided by International Hospital of Colombia - HIC
Internationally accredited healthcare facility
Top 10% of Hospitals
Highly rated for quality, outcomes, and patient trust.
World-Class Infrastructure
Advanced technology, modern facilities, and strict hygiene standards.
Patient-First Services
Dedicated international patient support and care coordination.
Cost of Surgeries
About
The Hospital Internacional de Colombia (HIC), part of the Fundación Cardiovascular de Colombia (FCV), is a world-class medical complex located in Piedecuesta/Bucaramanga, Santander, Colombia. It opened in July 2016 and complements the long-established ICV—the Cardiovascular Institute founded in 1997 Recognitions & Rankings:- Ranked among the Top 6 hospitals in Latin America in 2024 by Latam Business Conference and IntelLat, excelling in innovation, patient safety, research, and telemedicine. Awarded a Five-Star Global Hospital Rating by Statista and Newsweek in mid‑2024, based on excellence in patient safety, innovation, infrastructure, and overall performance. First hospital in Colombia and South America to join the Mayo Clinic Care Network in June 2025, giving HIC access to tools like AskMayoExpert, eBoards, and Mayo Clinic consulting services. ICV became the first accredited by JCI in Colombia in 2009; HIC inherited and expanded that reputation HIC is the only hospital in Colombia with a JCI-certified Center of Excellence for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), with a reported mortality rate of just 0.95% in 2022 In 2014, HIC performed the first artificial heart implantation in Latin America, and has since completed 33 of Colombia’s total implants, with over 279 heart transplants performed over 20 years by 2025 Since launching in late 2023, the hospital’s orthopedic surgeries using the Mako robotic system have surpassed 150 procedures, offering greater precision and reduced recovery times Recognized as an Advanced Stroke Center by the World Stroke Organization, with dedicated units for epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, migraines, Alzheimer’s care, and neurological intensive care. Oncology & Comprehensive Cancer Care:- The Cancer Institute offers integrated services—bone marrow transplants, surgical oncology, chemotherapy, reconstructive surgery—supported by psychological, nutritional, pediatric, and pain/palliative care programs Ortho & Traumatology Leading-edge orthopedic service with widespread adoption of robotic-assisted joint replacement (Mako system), enhancing surgical accuracy and patient mobility post-op. Digital Infrastructure First hospital in Colombia to achieve HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 in 2022, recognized as a fully digital hospital with comprehensive clinical and administrative system traceability. Recognized with Value-Based Healthcare award for outstanding outcomes and operational efficiency, particularly in acute myocardial infarction care. Capacity & Innovation Highlights The hospital campus spans over 86,000 m², offering more than 60 medical specialties across multiple institutes—including neurology, orthopedics, pediatrics, women’s care, nephrology, urology, plastic surgery, burn unit, and integrative medicine. In 2023–24 alone, HIC handled ~247,000 outpatient consultations and over 17,000 surgeries, including the region’s first pediatric hematopoietic cell transplant and emergency trauma–operating room integration. Patient‑Centered & International Services Offers an International Office that assists with scheduling, interpretation, travel, lodging, and logistics for international patients. Introduced the HIC Plus membership program in 2024: facilitates priority access to specialists, upgraded hospitality, and streamlined pathways for affiliates of certain health networks.
Why International Patients Choose International Hospital of Colombia - HIC
Hospital Type
Private Hospital
Hospital Unit
Super-Specialty Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Treatments International Hospital of Colombia - HIC is Known For
Highlights
Bed Count: 1200
ICU Count: 98
OT Count: 36
Established in 2016
Pharmacy
Labs
Covid ward
AmbulanceRoom Types
General Ward
Semi-Private Room
Private Room
Heart Care/Surgery
Heart care and surgery abroad covers coronary artery bypass grafting, valve repair and replacement, angioplasty and stenting, structural heart interventions, and cardiac electrophysiology at internationally accredited cardiac centers. Options range from interventional cardiology procedures to complex open-heart surgery using minimally invasive approaches. Cardiac surgery is among the most expensive medical procedures in many countries. A coronary artery bypass that costs $80,000 to $150,000 at home may be available for $10,000 to $25,000 abroad at equally accredited cardiac hospitals with experienced cardiac surgeons and intensive care facilities. Leading international cardiac centers offer shorter waiting times, hybrid operating theaters, advanced cardiac imaging, and comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation programs. Patients consistently report receiving more attentive perioperative care and thorough follow-up than they experienced at home. The cardiac surgeon's experience and the hospital's cardiac ICU capabilities are the most critical factors. Confirm the surgeon's annual bypass or valve procedure volume. Adherence to cardiac rehabilitation, medication protocols, dietary changes, and regular follow-up echocardiography directly determines long-term cardiac outcomes.
Organ Transplant
Organ transplant surgery abroad provides access to life-saving kidney, liver, heart, lung, and bone marrow transplantation at internationally accredited transplant centers. Programs include comprehensive pre-transplant evaluation, compatible donor matching, expert surgical teams, and lifelong post-transplant follow-up care. Organ transplant waiting lists and costs are major barriers in many countries. A kidney transplant that costs $150,000 to $300,000 in the United States may be available for $25,000 to $50,000 abroad at equally accredited centers with experienced transplant surgeons and comprehensive immunosuppression programs. Leading international transplant centers offer shorter waiting times for living donor transplants, thorough compatibility testing, and dedicated transplant coordinators who manage every aspect of care. Patients consistently report receiving more personally coordinated, accessible transplant care than they experienced at home. The transplant center's accreditation and the surgical team's annual transplant volume are the most critical factors. Confirm the center performs a minimum of 50 transplants per year in your organ category. Lifelong adherence to immunosuppressive medications, infection prevention, and regular monitoring is non-negotiable for transplant survival and function.
Urology
Urology treatment abroad covers prostate cancer surgery, kidney stone management, bladder procedures, male infertility treatment, robotic prostatectomy, HoLEP laser surgery for BPH, and urologic oncology at internationally accredited urology centers. Options range from minimally invasive endoscopic procedures to complex robotic-assisted urological surgery. Urological surgical costs are high and waiting times are long in many countries. A robotic radical prostatectomy that costs $40,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $8,000 to $18,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with experienced urologists performing high-volume robotic and endoscopic procedures. Leading international urology centers offer shorter waiting times, high-volume robotic urology programs, and comprehensive pre- and post-operative coordination. Patients consistently report receiving more thorough urological evaluations and attentive surgical planning than they experienced at home. The urologist's robotic or endoscopic case volume and the hospital's urology accreditation are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon's annual procedure volume for your specific indication. Adherence to post-surgical follow-up schedules, PSA monitoring, and continence rehabilitation directly determines functional outcomes after urological surgery.
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation treatment abroad offers intensive neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and post-surgical recovery programs at internationally accredited rehabilitation centers staffed by physiatrists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, and neuropsychologists. High-intensity therapy programs using robotic and virtual reality technology accelerate functional recovery. Inpatient rehabilitation in many countries is expensive, short, and not sufficiently intensive. A comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program that costs $30,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $5,000 to $20,000 abroad at equally accredited centers with equivalent or greater daily therapy intensity. Leading international rehabilitation centers offer 3 to 5 hours of daily therapy, advanced robotic rehabilitation technology (Lokomat, Armeo, Ekso), and multidisciplinary team management. Patients consistently report receiving more intensive, individualized therapy than they found at home. The program's daily therapy intensity and the multidisciplinary team's experience are the most critical factors. Confirm daily therapy hours and the range of allied health professionals included. Family education, home exercise programs, and continuation of therapy after returning home are essential to sustain gains made during intensive inpatient rehabilitation.
Radiology/CT Scans
Radiology and diagnostic imaging abroad offers MRI, CT scans, PET-CT, ultrasound, digital X-ray, mammography, and interventional radiology at state-of-the-art imaging centers with rapid, subspecialized reporting. Patients access the same imaging technology used in leading Western hospitals at dramatically lower costs and with significantly shorter waiting times. Imaging costs in many countries are unnecessarily high and waiting times can be weeks. A 3T MRI that costs $2,000 to $4,000 at home may be available for $200 to $600 abroad at equally equipped imaging centers with subspecialized radiologist interpretation and digital report delivery. Leading international radiology centers offer same-day or next-day reporting, AI-assisted image analysis, and digital image sharing for remote specialist review. Patients consistently report faster turnaround and more detailed radiologist reports than they received at home. The radiologist's subspecialty training and the imaging equipment's generation are the most important factors. Confirm the center uses Siemens, GE, or Philips equipment at appropriate field strengths for your indication. Always share images and reports with your treating physician promptly, as imaging findings only translate to better outcomes when acted upon quickly.
Pediatric Treatment
Pediatric treatment abroad provides specialized medical and surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents including pediatric cardiac surgery, oncology, neurology, orthopedics, and neonatology at internationally accredited children's hospitals. Child-friendly environments and family-centered care models support both patients and their caregivers throughout treatment. Specialized pediatric care is often unavailable or unaffordable in many countries. Complex pediatric surgeries that cost $50,000 to $150,000 at home may be available for $8,000 to $30,000 abroad at equally accredited children's hospitals with fellowship-trained pediatric subspecialists. Leading international pediatric centers offer multidisciplinary pediatric teams, family accommodation support, and international patient coordinators experienced in managing the logistical and emotional needs of overseas families. Parents consistently report receiving more accessible specialist care and more thorough communication than they experienced at home. The pediatric subspecialist's training and the hospital's NICU and pediatric ICU capabilities are the most critical factors. Confirm your child's treating physician is fellowship-trained in the specific pediatric specialty. Family involvement in care, nutritional support, and psychological preparation for procedures significantly impacts pediatric recovery outcomes.
Gynecology Treatment
Gynecology treatment abroad covers hysterectomy, fibroid surgery, endometriosis excision, PCOS management, pelvic floor repair, cervical cancer treatment, and minimally invasive gynecologic procedures. Options range from diagnostic laparoscopy to complex robotic-assisted surgery for gynecologic malignancies. Gynecologic surgical costs and waiting times are major concerns in many countries. A laparoscopic hysterectomy that costs $20,000 to $35,000 at home may be available for $4,000 to $9,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with board-certified gynecologic surgeons experienced in minimally invasive techniques. Leading international gynecology centers offer shorter waiting times, robotic surgical capabilities, and dedicated women's health coordinators. Patients consistently report receiving more personalized care and more thorough pre-surgical counseling than they experienced at home. The gynecologist's subspecialty training and the hospital's surgical technology are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon is certified in minimally invasive or robotic gynecologic surgery. Recovery outcomes are significantly influenced by adherence to postoperative activity restrictions, follow-up pelvic ultrasound, and hormonal management where applicable.
General Medicine
General medicine consultations abroad provide access to experienced internists and general physicians for thorough diagnostic evaluations, second medical opinions, chronic disease reviews, and specialist referrals. International hospitals deliver comprehensive medical assessments with same-week appointments and fast-tracked investigations. Accessing a thorough general medicine evaluation in many countries involves long waits and high costs. A comprehensive internal medicine consultation and workup that costs $2,000 to $5,000 at home may be available for $500 to $1,500 abroad at equally qualified hospitals with experienced general physicians. Leading international medical centers offer same-day blood work, imaging, and multi-specialty consultations coordinated through a single physician. Patients consistently report more thorough and unhurried consultations than they received at home. The physician's breadth of clinical experience and their ability to coordinate specialist referrals are the most important factors. Bring all previous medical records and investigation results to maximize the value of your consultation. Acting on the physician's recommendations promptly and maintaining regular follow-up are essential for managing health concerns effectively.
Spine Care/Surgery
Spine care and surgery abroad covers disc replacement, spinal fusion, laminectomy, endoscopic discectomy, scoliosis correction, and spinal cord decompression performed by internationally trained spine surgeons. Options range from conservative pain management and physiotherapy to complex multi-level reconstructive surgery. The cost of spine surgery is a major barrier in many countries. A spinal fusion procedure that costs $50,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $7,000 to $18,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with fellowship-trained spine surgeons using premium implants and intraoperative navigation. Leading international spine centers offer shorter waiting times, advanced imaging-guided surgical precision, and integrated rehabilitation programs. Patients consistently report more comprehensive pre-surgical evaluation and structured postoperative care than they experienced at home. The spine surgeon's subspecialty training and the hospital's neuromonitoring capabilities are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon is fellowship-trained in spine surgery. Postoperative physiotherapy compliance, activity modification, and maintaining a healthy weight are critical for long-term spine health and surgical success.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery abroad offers minimally invasive procedures across urology, gynecology, cardiac, colorectal, and thoracic specialties using the da Vinci Surgical System and other advanced robotic platforms. Procedures combine 3D magnified visualization, tremor-free instrument control, and enhanced surgical precision. Robotic surgery costs are significantly higher in many Western countries. A robotic prostatectomy that costs $30,000 to $50,000 at home may be available for $8,000 to $15,000 abroad at equally equipped hospitals with fellowship-trained robotic surgeons and comparable clinical outcomes. Leading international robotic surgery centers offer shorter waiting times, high-volume robotic procedure experience, and comprehensive pre- and post-operative coordination. Patients consistently report more thorough surgical planning and attentive recovery support than they experienced at home. The robotic surgeon's case volume and subspecialty certification are the most critical factors. Confirm the surgeon has performed a minimum of 200 robotic procedures in your specific indication. Following postoperative activity restrictions and attending all follow-up appointments plays a significant role in achieving the best outcome.
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