We guarantee the surgeon who preps you is the same surgeon who operates on you.

We guarantee your treatments will be completed as planned within your allotted travel time.

Why travel?

A holistic, stress-free environment and privacy away from nosy neighbors, family, or colleagues relieve anxiety, speed the healing process, and produce better, faster results.

From your first inquiry to your departure from El Salvador  for home, you will be in the hands of a single CST medical concierge, who will discuss, review, inform, and arrange every part of your procedure and recovery.

Is medicine in El Salvador better than in other countries that are promoting medical travel?

Medical care in  is excellent. The medical system in   has much in common with that of the U.S. and Canada. Many excellent English-speaking doctors and specialists in  have studied or trained in these countries. Canadian and European medical consultants lead   government regulatory activities. Several hospitals have received, or have applied for, certification by the US Joint Commission International (JCI), an assurance of the same standards that American hospitals are required to meet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after my medical procedure?

Each patient’s needs are unique, and depend on the procedure you have. You will decide with your doctor whether to overnight at a hospital or its aftercare facility, or to return to your hotel where you will receive continuing support from your Tropicool Tours personal assistant, who will be available 24 hours a day.

How will I communicate with my Tropicool Tours personal assistant and with my family back home?

We will supply a prepaid cell phone for your personal use in El Salvador, and we will arrange prepaid long distance telephone service according to your situation.

What kind of hospital accommodation can I expect?

Should your doctor advise you to stay overnight in the hospital or its aftercare facility, you will receive a well-appointed private room with standard deluxe services and your choice of meals and cuisines. Otherwise you will recuperate in the luxurious comfort of a five-star hotel or boutique hotel.

What if I have complications after I return home?

We always recommend that your local doctor be involved in your decision to have your procedure performed abroad. We also urge you to stay in  El Salvador for at least a week after your surgery. Should a complication be caused by negligence in any way on the part of the surgeon or hospital, Tropicool Tours will, at its expense, arrange for a return visit to  El Salvador.

Do many people book their procedures over the Internet?

Many patients booked medical procedures in   El Salvador hospitals and clinics on the Internet  Worldwide, medical travel is growing rapidly and  El Salvador has become one of the major world centers attracting people from all corners of the world to its top-quality surgical and medical facilities.

What are the most common procedures requested by patients from abroad?

 El Salvador  is very well known internationally as a pioneer in cosmetic surgery, and that is the most popular. But increasingly, as healthcare costs continue to rise, and doctors and hospitals become overextended, people come here for orthopedic surgery such as hip replacements and knee repair, and for executive health check-ups. They also come for high quality inexpensive dental work and eye surgery.

Does Tropicool Tours arrange special tours and travel packages for patients after their surgery?

Absolutely. Again, on the advice of your doctor and the Tropicool Tours personal assistant, we will arrange excursions and tours that will best suit your needs and limitations, if any.

How do I prepare for travel to  El Salvador?

If you need assistance in booking your air travel from home, please let us know. When you arrive in El Salvador a Tropicool Tours personal assistant will meet you at the airport, take you by private car to your hotel, and accompany you to your consultation and surgery.  El Salvador has a tropical climate year-round, so light summer clothing and beachwear is best. Bring a sweater or wrap for over-air conditioned venues. Anything you don’t bring, you can buy, since  El Salvadoris terrific for shopping. ATM locations are plentiful and convenient. You may want to check with your bank at home what their international charges are.

What about all those horror stories about operations done overseas?

Recent "horror stories" making the headlines say more about the importance of thoroughly planning your surgery abroad. Research is the first step. Choose a country and a facility where you are assured of only the highest quality treatment and after care. Find a medical tour partner, such as Tropicool Tours, who has thoroughly reviewed the surgeon and the facility, interviewed former patients and prepared for your safe post-op care. This all helps reduce your risk to what you might expect at home, or even lower.

What kind of cosmetic procedures are available in  El Salvador?

Just about every cosmetic surgical procedure is available in  El Salvador. As is just about every non-surgical procedure. Americans benefit from having available not only the latest procedures offered in the United States, but also the latest procedures from Europe. Tropicool Tours does more than simply send you to a hospital. Tropicool Tours matches you with a top surgeon who is a specialist in the particular procedure you request.

How do I learn more about these cosmetic procedures?

Most Tropicool Tours clients do extensive research in preparation for cosmetic surgery. Some information is available on  Tropicool Tours.com Your research may consist of reading information on the Internet sites of the professional associations listed here, talking to those who have already had procedures, speaking to your local doctor, health advisor, and family members, and more.