Manuel Antonio · Quepos · Costa Rica

Fast, friendly urgent care in Manuel Antonio

Your quick response to medical emergencies. Expert, efficient care for locals and travelers, plus ambulance, air ambulance and home or hotel visits when you need them.

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Open 7 days a week · Local and international patients

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+506 2777-1727

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+506 8434-6868

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Plaza la Cima, first building, in front of Tulemar, Manuel Antonio

Our services

Care for every urgent need

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

Ground ambulance

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

Air ambulance

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

Home & hotel visits

Medical care in the comfort of your home or hotel, with a qualified team available day or night.

General medicine

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

Laboratory

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

X-rays

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

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Ground & air ambulance

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

Our ambulances are on call 24/7 with advanced life support equipment, and our air ambulance handles fast, safe transfers anywhere in Costa Rica and abroad. We also provide on-site medical coverage for beach and outdoor events.

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Advanced medical air and ground transport by Medi Red

Doctors at the reception of Manuel Antonio Urgent Care

About us

Part of a medical network you can trust

Manuel Antonio Urgent Care is part of Medi Red Costa Rica, and now also part of Medismart. Our priority is your well-being: personalized, empathetic and respectful care, with modern technology and best practices in every service.

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.

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Our clinic

A modern clinic, designed around you

Bright, spotless and fully equipped. Take a look inside Manuel Antonio Urgent Care, in Plaza la Cima across from Tulemar.

Reception and waiting area at Manuel Antonio Urgent Care — Reception & waiting area

Private consultation room with exam table — Private consultation rooms

Treatment and observation room with hospital beds — Treatment & observation room

Nurse caring for a patient — Attentive nursing care

Bright hallway with artwork — Calm, welcoming spaces

Medismart partner

Now we are part of Medismart!

Medismart members can save up to 80% at Manuel Antonio Urgent Care and every urgent care in the Medi Red network. Just show your Medismart membership when you arrive.

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20

Years caring for Costa Rica

25

Qualified doctors

14+

Medical centers in the network

28,436

Satisfied patients

Our team

Your well-being, our priority

A friendly team of doctors and nurses ready to care for you, whether you live in Quepos or you’re just visiting.

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Our team

Meet our doctors

Dr. Kevin Gannon

Medi Red · Pacific region

Recognized for his extensive experience and innovative approach, Dr. Gannon brings a global perspective and is a key player for Medi Red in opening medical centers on the Pacific coast.

Dr. Gabriela Contreras

Physician

Compassionate, personalized and attentive care. Dr. Contreras is committed to accurate diagnoses, effective treatments and a warm environment where every patient feels heard and respected.

Dr. Nicole Barboza

General Practitioner

Focused on accurate assessment, clear communication and individualized treatment plans, combining professionalism and empathy for both local and international patients.

Doctor examining a patient with a stethoscope

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
Lab tests, electrocardiogram and X-rays
Help with national and international insurance
Ambulance and hospital transfers when needed

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Patient reviews

Rated excellent on Google

      EXCELLENT  
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   Kerstin Kösterke 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ich fühlte. ich hier total gut aufgehoben. Ich wurde super behandelt und alles waren so freundlich.
Vielen lieben Dank!
  
 
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   Brian Liddle 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very helpful and friendly staff!!
  
 
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   Nerea Lopez Garcia 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ¡Una atención de 10! Fuimos con nuestro hijo de 2 años porque se encontraba mal durante nuestras vacaciones en Costa Rica y no pudimos salir más contentos.

La doctora fue encantadora, muy amable y, sobre todo, tuvo muchísima paciencia. Nos atendió con mucho cariño, dedicándole el tiempo necesario y explicándonos todo con claridad.

Da muchísima tranquilidad encontrarte con profesionales así cuando estás lejos de casa y tu hijo está enfermo.

¡Muchísimas gracias por el trato recibido! Totalmente recomendable. ❤️
  
 
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   Philip Ross 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Barboza and her team at Manuel Antonio, Urgent Care helped save my life.

When I came in with chest discomfort while staying in Manuel Antonio, Dr. Barboza diagnosed the issue quickly and didn't waste any time getting me to the right level of care. She connected me with an excellent cardiologist with the right specialized expertise, not just a general surgeon. They were soon ready for me at Hospital Metropolitano, where I had an emergency life saving heart procedure that same day.

Dr. Barboza and a nurse personally accompanied my wife and I in the ambulance transfer to San Jose, and having them with us meant a great deal. Dr. Barboza has stayed in contact with that cardiologist throughout and since the procedure, and she also made sure I had her contact information for any post-surgery questions, which has been genuinely reassuring during recovery. I’ll continue to use this clinic for anything medical , and every visit has been efficient and professional. Outstanding care from start to finish. I cannot thank them enough for their quick, very professional, and truly life-saving care.
  
 
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   Sean D 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Phenomenal!  From beginning to end.  So grateful for the care provided.
  
 
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   yoav becker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good experience, I came very sick and weak and they helped me with all the insurance problems and explain about everything that happening and stay calm and  very nice. Dr. Barboca and Dr. Abando you are the best🫶🏽
  
 
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   Rafael Jimenez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fui a quitarme unos puntos y la enferma Fernanda fue increíble y todo el equipo es top!! 100% recomendado!! Super profesionales y serviciales
  
 
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   Rose Henry 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a visit for a long standing problem with Achilles tendon and received excellent care from Dr Nicole Barbaza.  Very friendly, excellent English and quite professional. I would highly recommend her for any issues.
  
 
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   Aaron B 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My Doctor was absolutely amazing, way better than my doctors in the US, unfortunately I already forgot her name (and feel terrible about it) female doctor about 28yrs old I believe quite attractive and the best bedside manner EVER hands down. Came in with elevated blood pressure and she was able to get it under control and am feeling much better now. Also, she was very thorough and competent can say enough good about her. I was there on 10/2/26 get there around 4:00, my name is Aaron Brechter hopefully that’ll help narrow down her name.