Hospital Dr. Max Peralta Jiménez is the principal public hospital in the province of Cartago and one of Costa Rica’s most important medical centers. Managed by the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS), it serves a large population in Cartago and southern San José, offering a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and specialized services. The hospital is named after Dr. Maximiliano Peralta Jiménez, a renowned local physician and philanthropist whose dedication to public health and the underserved left a lasting legacy134. The hospital has a rich history of scientific, educational, and social contributions at both national and international levels.

• General Surgery

• Internal Medicine

• Obstetrics & Gynecology

• Pediatrics & Neonatology

• Oncology (medical and surgical)

• Cardiology

• Nephrology (including peritoneal and hemodialysis)

• Neurology (including pediatric neurology)

• Gastroenterology (including pediatric)

• Geriatrics

• Rehabilitation

• Perinatology (high-risk pregnancies)

• Emergency Medicine (including specialized pediatric and gyneco-obstetric emergency units)

• Complex surgeries (Whipple procedure, laparoscopic splenectomy, aortic surgery, intrauterine fetal surgery, tumor surgery, endoscopic and orthopedic surgery)

As a Class A hospital, Max Peralta is recognized for its high standards of care, advanced medical technology, and specialized programs. It is a leader in complex procedures such as kidney transplants, advanced cancer surgeries, and early cancer detection. The hospital regularly updates its infrastructure and trains its staff to maintain a high degree of expertise.

• Mission: Provide comprehensive, high-quality, accessible tertiary healthcare with humanized patient care.

• Vision: Strengthen regional public health excellence, promote innovation, and serve as a Center of Excellence in Costa Rica.