Playas del Coco · Guanacaste · Costa Rica

Fast, friendly urgent care in Playas del Coco

Your quick response to medical emergencies. Expert, efficient care for Playas del Coco, Sardinal and the beaches of Guanacaste, with ground and air ambulance and home and hotel visits when you need them.

Open 7 days a week · On call 24/7 for emergencies

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+506 8303-6655

Opening hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sat 8–5 · Sun 9–6 · On call 24/7

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Playas del Coco, Sardinal, Guanacaste

Our services

Care for every urgent need

From a quick consultation to emergency transport, our team is ready to help.

Ground ambulance

Ground ambulance

Fast, reliable ambulance service with an expert team ready to provide emergency medical assistance and safe transport.

Air ambulance

Air ambulance

Fast and safe medical transfers with specialized equipment, at a national and international level.

Home & hotel visits

Home & hotel visits

Medical care in the comfort of your home or hotel, with a qualified team ready to help.

General medicine

General medicine

Our general practitioners treat a wide variety of conditions with comprehensive, personalized care.

Laboratory

Laboratory

A wide range of clinical analyses with accurate results for proper diagnosis and treatment.

X-rays

X-rays

State-of-the-art X-ray equipment for clear, detailed diagnostic images.

Ground & air ambulance

When every second counts, we’re already on our way

Our ambulance team is ready to provide emergency care and safe transport, and our air ambulance handles fast, safe transfers anywhere in Costa Rica and abroad.

Advanced medical air and ground transport
Quality care you can trust

About us

Part of a medical network you can trust

Coco Medical Center is dedicated to providing exceptional, urgent medical care to Playas del Coco, Sardinal and the surrounding beaches of Guanacaste. As part of Medi Red Costa Rica, and now Medismart, we offer patient-centered, affordable and high-quality health services.

Whether you live here or you’re on vacation, we’ll guide you to the right care quickly, including transfers to specialists and hospitals when needed.

Always ready

Care you can count on

Advanced life support ambulances, expert care on call and modern treatments, here for you in Playas del Coco and Guanacaste.

Emergency medical care, on time and professional
On-site medical care for beach events
Better care. Better health. Better life.
NAD+ cellular support IV infusion
Reviving IV drip
Emergency medical care, 24/7 ambulances
Coco Medical Center: when every second counts
Exceptional care. Exceptional you.

Medismart partner

Now we are part of Medismart!

Medismart members can save up to 80% at Coco Medical Center and every urgent care in the Medi Red network. Just show your Medismart membership when you arrive.

20

Years caring for Costa Rica

25

Qualified doctors

14+

Medical centers in the network

28,436

Satisfied patients

Our team

Meet our team

Dr. Hanzel Larios

Dr. Hanzel Larios

Founder, Medi Red Costa Rica

With more than 20 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Larios is the founder and visionary behind Medi Red Costa Rica and its network of medical centers.

Dr. Fiorella Sancho Murillo

Dr. Fiorella Sancho Murillo

Physician

Dr. Sancho brings compassionate, personalized care to every patient, taking the time to listen and explain each step of treatment.

Dr. María José Campos Apu

Dr. María José Campos Apu

Physician

Dr. Campos focuses on understanding each patient’s individual needs, offering attentive, high-quality care for locals and visitors alike.

Exceptional care. Exceptional you.

Your visit

Care that feels personal

We take the time to listen, explain and make sure you feel looked after, from the first question to your follow-up.

  • General consultations for locals and travelers
  • Laboratory tests, X-rays and electrocardiogram
  • Open 7 days a week
  • Help with national and international insurance
  • Ambulance and hospital transfers when needed

Patient reviews

Rated excellent on Google

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Doug Hicks
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My Husband went to the clinic in mid March, 2026, he did not feel well, and was having trouble breathing. We got in to the clinic quickly. Dr. David and the staff were amazing. He was willing to take the time to do tests, diagnose, and remedy the problem. He really did a great job and figured it out. We appreciate his thoroughness, skills and professionalism. We would highly recommend him.
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Calidad y muy buena atención selo recomiendo caro pero de lujo
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Apple Phone
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This clinic is well staffed with educated, caring medical professionals. I enjoyed the experience with Dr. David Alfaro. He is detail oriented and dedicated to his patients health. I recommend this clinic!
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Matt A
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On Easter Sunday, our little boy chipped his tooth at a water park and needed emergency dental help while we were on vacation in Costa Rica. The paramedics at the park called Coco Medical and Dental and they agreed to open up the clinic (at 8pm on Easter Sunday) and see my son. They took great care of him. The facility is very nice, and the staff and dentist could not have been nicer and more professional. I saw two dentists upon returning to the U.S. and they both commented on how amazing of a job the dentist at Coco Medical and Dental did.
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Silvia Madrigal Díaz
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Excelente servicio del Doctor David Alfaro. Profesional minucioso y muy amable .
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Rick
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Wow !!! The best dental experience I have ever had . Broken tooth repaired it like new. Not any pain whatsoever. It was by far the best dental experience I have ever had . Thank you !
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John Schmitt
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Dr. Anna Sancho and Dr. Miriam Aviles are the best in the area! They took excellent care of me after an accident, with consistent check ups and clean-ups of my wounds. I never waiting more than 5 minutes after my scheduled appointments to be seen, and each time was treated with extreme care and respect. If I ever need medical attention in the Coco area, I’ll be coming back to Coco Medical Center without a doubt.
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Martine McGraw
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I’m a Canadian and I had two infusion, a biological médication Saphnelo. I can tell you Dr. Marie-Josée and Dr. Ana is excellent. Maria has a nurse and Lineth has a réception. We really appreciate your clinic. Thanks Martine Rioux McGraw.
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Melinda Kyle
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Thank you to all the wonderful staff at Coco Medical Center. The treatment, respect, follow up care and genuine good heartedness shown by all staff was exemplary. We had some unplanned medical issues that required care and this is the place to go! They assisted us with everything from diagnosis, treatment, arranging CT scan, transport, follow up care and insurance paperwork. Thank you Dr. Anna, Dr. Maria, Dr. David, Nurse Mariam, Medic/Driver Yadar, Reception Nicole and all staff. We are forever thankful and highly recommend this center to anyone who may need urgent care while in Playa del Coco, CR
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Krista Grant
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Coco Medical is top notch! You can reach them via WhatsApp, make an actual apt to see the Dr and the staff is fantastic. Lab work onsite as well as a pharmacy. They also do house calls should you be in need.
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Insurance

We work with national and international insurance

Traveling? We can help you with your insurance paperwork so you can focus on getting better.

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    Hours & location

    Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
    Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Sunday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    EmergenciesOn call 24/7

    Playas del Coco, Sardinal, Carrillo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

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