San Carlos Medical Center

I was having an issue with my ears from earlier in the day on a SCUBA dive, and wanted a doctor to take a look. I had a short wait, 20 minutes or so, and saw Dr. Ack. He said, in my words, the tissue around the eardrums is bruised and that I could swim and snorkle for the next two weeks. Diving would be okay after that. The bill was surprising inexpensive.

6 months ago

I came to Belize to get my open water scuba diver certification. After my second dive I was having ear pain. I walked in to make an appointment and was able to see the doctor same day. He is very welcoming and friendly. As it turns out I almost bursted my eardrum under water due to the pressure. He recommended a cortisol shot and allergy / antihistamine pills for me. I returned the following day to get cleared to finish my certification. I was thankful to have been seen so quickly and the follow up clearance gave me peace of mind. I finished my diving certification. Unlike the US, it was a very affordable consultation and medication cost.

2 years ago

Came in for a COVID test and was charged twice. I informed the big lady at the front via phone of this and she told me to come in and show her my credit card statement which I did. It showed two payments for San Carlos medical center, and they said it didn’t show up on their end. I’ve never been cheated out of money in Belize, this is the worse place to go. I don’t recommend going here as there are many other places to go for COVID testing with professional staff. The doctor was even rude and told me he didn’t care about $80 that I spent. This place is a joke and I hope no one goes here for anything, they will charge you twice and tell you they didn’t even when you have proof. I recorded the conversation on my phone just to have evidence of how unprofessional they are. I love Belize and will always come back but this place is definitely not a reflection of the nice people here. I wasted money on in a taxi to get there just for them to tell me they couldn’t refund me.smh They feel like they can get over on tourist and this is unacceptable. Don’t go here you will regret it.

4 years ago

Got something in eye while scuba diving. They were very good & got me right in checked it out right away. Gave me some eye drops, & cleared me to continue scuba diving for the rest of our vacation! Eye was better by next day! Thanks so very much for everything you guys did for me/us, & for your awesome, quick, friendly, caring, etc. service! 8-)

6 years ago

Open Monday to Friday (from around half nine to five) and Saturday until lunchtime. Dr Giovanni is really friendly, and puts you at ease straight away. Healthcare (if you are away from home), can be a little daunting - but Dr Giovanni couldn't have been more reassuring. Very reasonably priced with an onsite pharmacy.

8 years ago