{"id":12483,"date":"2026-11-10T11:38:59","date_gmt":"2026-11-10T17:38:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drandresmorales.com\/?page_id=12483"},"modified":"2026-11-10T14:24:17","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T20:24:17","slug":"neurosurgery-in-costa-rica-for-us-patients","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.drandresmorales.com\/en\/international-patients\/neurosurgery-in-costa-rica-for-us-patients\/","title":{"rendered":"Neurosurgery in Costa Rica for U.S. Patients"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row gap=”20″ css=”.vc_custom_1589816280748{margin-top: 80px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image onclick=”link_image” image=”12544″ img_size=”545×500″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_custom_heading text=”Explore Your Care Options Through a Specialist Evaluation” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]If you live in the United States and are considering neurosurgical care in Costa Rica, the first step is to understand what evaluation you need and which treatment options may be appropriate for your diagnosis.<\/p>\n

I am Dr. Andr\u00e9s Morales. I provide care in Costa Rica for conditions affecting the brain, skull base, and spine. You can contact my office to explain your case and ask how to begin the process before making travel arrangements.[\/vc_column_text]\r\r

Ask About My Case<\/div><\/a><\/div>\r\r[vc_column_text css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794332083928{padding-top: 15px !important;}”]In-person care takes place in Costa Rica. An individual assessment is required.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” gap=”0px” css=”.vc_custom_1794331566809{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 60px !important;background-color: #F4F4F4 !important;}”][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Understanding Your Case Comes First” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794331939440{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text css_animation=”none”]A diagnosis can raise questions about whether surgery is necessary, what your medical studies show, and which treatment options are available. A neurosurgical evaluation helps assess this information and guide the next steps.<\/p>\n

An evaluation does not assume that you need surgery. Recommendations depend on your symptoms, medical history, imaging, and clinical assessment.<\/p>\n

Areas of care include:[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner gap=”20″ el_class=”patient-steps-seguros”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″ css=”.vc_custom_1792156636299{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_column_text]Brain tumors:<\/strong> evaluation and surgical treatment based on the type and characteristics of the lesion.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″ css=”.vc_custom_1792156642037{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_column_text]Skull base conditions and pituitary tumors:<\/strong> assessment of treatment options for these lesions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″ css=”.vc_custom_1792156648027{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_column_text]Cerebrovascular conditions:<\/strong> care for aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, cavernous malformations, and other conditions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″ css=”.vc_custom_1792156655318{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-right: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_column_text]Spinal conditions:<\/strong> evaluation of herniated discs and other disorders that may cause pain, nerve compression, or neurological symptoms.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/5″][vc_column_text]Trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm:<\/strong> neurosurgical evaluation of these conditions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”0px” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794330346074{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-lg-1 vc_col-md-1 vc_col-xs-12″][\/vc_column][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1530093961396{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-10 vc_col-md-10 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_custom_heading text=”How to Get Started from the United States?” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332099467{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”][\/vc_column][vc_column offset=”vc_col-lg-1 vc_col-md-1 vc_col-xs-12″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” gap=”0px” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794330339778{margin-top: 30px !important;margin-bottom: 30px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_row_inner gap=”15″ equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1662054541606{padding-top: 44px !important;padding-right: 24px !important;padding-bottom: 44px !important;padding-left: 24px !important;background-color: #00847e !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”1. Explain Why You Are Seeking Care” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:18px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff|line_height:23px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332106384{margin-top: 13px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”font-weight-medium”][vc_custom_heading text=”Let the office know that you live in the United States. Describe your symptoms, any previous diagnosis, and treatments you have received.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff|line_height:23px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332113955{margin-top: 13px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”font-weight-medium”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1662054552303{padding-top: 44px !important;padding-right: 24px !important;padding-bottom: 44px !important;padding-left: 24px !important;background-color: #00847e !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”2. Ask How to Share Your Medical Records” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:18px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff|line_height:23px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332121200{margin-top: 13px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”font-weight-medium”][vc_custom_heading text=”Mention whether you have MRI or CT images, medical reports, or records of previous surgeries. The office will explain what information is needed and how to submit it.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff|line_height:23px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332127425{margin-top: 13px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”font-weight-medium”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1662054563499{padding-top: 44px !important;padding-right: 24px !important;padding-bottom: 44px !important;padding-left: 24px !important;background-color: #00847e !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”3. Confirm What Assessment You Need” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:18px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff|line_height:23px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332134832{margin-top: 13px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”font-weight-medium”][vc_custom_heading text=”The available information will help guide the next steps. An in-person consultation, additional studies, or further assessment may be necessary before a recommendation can be made.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff|line_height:23px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332141281{margin-top: 13px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”font-weight-medium”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1662054573549{padding-top: 44px !important;padding-right: 24px !important;padding-bottom: 44px !important;padding-left: 24px !important;background-color: #00847e !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”4. Make Travel Plans After Receiving Guidance” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:18px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff|line_height:23px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332148616{margin-top: 13px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”font-weight-medium”][vc_custom_heading text=”Before booking flights, confirm appointments and relevant medical instructions. The length of your stay and guidance on returning to the United States will depend on your care and recovery.” font_container=”tag:p|font_size:18px|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff|line_height:23px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332156600{margin-top: 13px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”font-weight-medium”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”0px” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794330368091{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;}”][vc_column css_animation=”none” offset=”vc_col-xl-inherit vc_col-lg-inherit vc_col-md-inherit vc_col-sm-inherit”]\r\r

Request Evaluation Information<\/div><\/a><\/div>\r\r[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1792105689050{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 60px !important;padding-bottom: 60px !important;background-color: #F4F4F4 !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″ el_class=”faqs-seguros”][vc_custom_heading text=”Questions from U.S. Patients” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1794332226795{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_toggle title=”Can I inquire if another doctor has already diagnosed my condition?” open=”true”]Yes. Tell the office about your diagnosis and the studies you have available. These records provide useful background, although further evaluation may still be necessary.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Should I book flights before contacting the office?”]You should first confirm the medical steps and appointment availability. An initial inquiry does not confirm surgery or a procedure date.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I submit medical records in English?”]Before sending records, ask which formats the office accepts and whether translations are required. Document requirements depend on your case.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can I use my U.S. health insurance?”]Verify coverage directly with your insurer and the facility where you will receive care. Coverage, reimbursement, and direct billing should not be assumed.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”How is follow-up arranged after I return home?”]Follow-up depends on your diagnosis and treatment. Before returning home, ask about required appointments, warning signs, and the information you should share with your regular physician.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”12545″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794342255160{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}” el_class=”background-position-top-custom overflow-visible show” el_id=”contacto-form”][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” gap=”0px” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794342149366{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}” el_class=”overflow-visible”][vc_column css_animation=”fadeInUp” css=”.vc_custom_1589813984307{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-5 vc_col-md-5 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_single_image image=”12219″ img_size=”full” alignment=”right” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794342141489{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][\/vc_column][vc_column css_animation=”fadeInRight” css=”.vc_custom_1533814531762{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 44px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 44px !important;}” offset=”vc_col-lg-7 vc_col-md-7 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1530271981441{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”11\/12″ css=”.vc_custom_1530271974107{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Ask About Care in Costa Rica” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:36px|text_align:left|color:%232d2d2d|line_height:45px” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794332302047{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_custom_heading text=”Understanding the process before traveling can help you make informed decisions. Contact the office with your country of residence, reason for seeking care, and the medical studies you have available.” font_container=”tag:p|text_align:left|color:%23434343″ use_theme_fonts=”yes” css_animation=”none” css=”.vc_custom_1794332309689{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 25px !important;}”]\r\r
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