Struggling With US Health Care System?
Here Is Why You Should Choose Orthopedic Care In Colombia
Our clinic in Palmira (close to Cali) offers world-class orthopedic treatments at a fraction of U.S. prices for Uninsured Americans — save up to 70% with highly experienced specialists and premium patient care. Only 3h away by plane
Our orthopedic care in Palmira Colombia includes consultations, imaging, and advanced surgical options with 20+ years of experience.
Our Team Includes Members of U.S. and International Orthopedic Associations
🔒Privacy Note: Your personal information is 100% confidential and only used to schedule your consultation. We follow HIPAA-level privacy practices, Compliant with Colombian and international medical standards
Value proposition
- 100% Premium service & immediate attention (Included).
- Savings of up to 70% compared to US prices.
- Specialists with more than 20 years of experience.
- Active members of international medical associations.
- Full medical travel package (flights, hotel, transfers, care & so on)
Patients Stories
The Medical Tourism Package
About the clinic
Founded in 1994, Clínica de Fracturas Palmira has become a trusted center for orthopedic and trauma care in Colombia. For over 30 years, our specialists have provided advanced treatments in orthopedics, traumatology, and physical therapy.
Our clinic is recognized for:
✅ Experienced orthopedic surgeons with decades of practice.
✅ High-quality standards in patient care and surgical procedures.
✅ Memberships in leading U.S. and international orthopedic associations (AAOS, AO Trauma, SBOT, SLAOT, SCCOT).
✅ Affordable care — up to 70% savings compared to U.S. hospitals.
Every year, we treat thousands of patients from Colombia and abroad, offering safe, effective, and personalized care. Our mission is simple: to restore mobility, improve quality of life, and provide world-class orthopedic care at a fraction of U.S. costs.
🏥Disclaimer note: All treatments are performed by experienced orthopedic specialists following international and national medical standards. Our doctors are recognized members of associations such as AAOS, AO Trauma, SLAOT, SCCOT, SLARD, SBOT, SCCOT and ACCART each one they are part of will appear in their description.
Why patients from the U.S. trust us
Who is Dr. José Ignacio Sánchez Shima?
Physician and Surgeon from the Universidad del Valle
Orthopedist and Traumatologist from the Nueva Granada Military University – Bogotá Military Hospital
Fellowship in Arthroscopic Knee and Shoulder Surgery from the Free University – Berlin, Germany
Active member of: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) an orthopedic organization. Founded at Northwestern University in 1933, as of 2015 AAOS had grown to include about 39,000 members. The group provides education and practice management services for orthopedic surgeons and allied health professionals.
AO Trauma: Located in Pennsylvania this international foundation network of dedicted and talented suregons and ORP work to further the AO’s mission of promoting excellence in patient care
Latin American Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SLAOT)
Latin American Society of Arthorscopy, Knee, and Sports Trauma (SLARD)
Colombian Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (SCCOT)
Colombian Association of Arthoscopic Surgery, Joint Reconstruction, and Sports Trauma (ACCART)
Who is Dr. Ramiro Cucalon Herrera?
Physician and Surgeon from the Free University of Colombia – Cali
Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology from the INAMPS University – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Sports Medicine from the Pontifical Catholic University – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Active member of:
Brazilian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SBOT)
AO Trauma: Located in Pennsylvania this international foundation network of dedicted and talented suregons and ORP work to further the AO’s mission of promoting excellence in patient care}
Latin American Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SLAOT)
Latin American Society of Arthorscopy, Knee, and Sports Trauma (SLARD)
Colombian Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (SCCOT)
Colombian Association of Arthoscopic Surgery, Joint Reconstruction, and Sports Trauma (ACCART)
Who is Dr. Adolfo León Saavedra Abadia?
Physician and Surgeon from the Universidad del Valle
Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology from the Catholic University of Sao Paulo – Sao Paulo, Brazil
Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery from the Catholic University of Sao Paulo – Sao Paulo, Brazil
Active member of:
Brazilian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SBOT)
AO Trauma: Located in Pennsylvania this international foundation network of dedicted and talented suregons and ORP work to further the AO’s mission of promoting excellence in patient care}
Latin American Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SLAOT)
Latin American Society of Arthorscopy, Knee, and Sports Trauma (SLARD)
Colombian Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (SCCOT)
Colombian Association of Arthoscopic Surgery, Joint Reconstruction, and Sports Trauma (ACCART)
Arrive to Palmira with ease, only 5 minutes from your hotel, 20 from the airport...
FAQ section
No, U.S. citizens don’t need a visa for stays under 90 days.
Yes, procedures follow international & national standards such as:
SLAOT (Sociedad Latinoamericana de Ortopedia y Traumatología)
SCCOT (Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología
Flights, hotel, transfers, currency & translator assistance and finally consultation & treatment.
Within 24 hours in most cases.
↩️Cancellation / Refund Policy. We allow rescheduling or full refunds of your package up to 7 days before your trip. Plane tickets are not Refundable but can be reschedule within the fisrt 24h after been bought.
We are reviewed by the Colombian Ministry of Health and members of international assocciations
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