Hospital São Rafael is a private surgical center in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. The facility specializes in otorhinolaryngology, cardiology, urology, and plastic surgery. This JCI-accredited hospital brings diagnosis, elective surgery, and recovery into one complex. The surgical center has 22 operating rooms. Its inpatient unit includes 56 individual beds, with 30 luxury suites.
Safety protocols keep the infection rate low, at 0.33%. Specialists favor laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques for minimally invasive care. The onsite diagnostic institute delivers most test reports within 24 hours. For post-operative support, the hospital offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy. This service uses five transparent single-person chambers. A dedicated team provides concierge-style guidance for international patients.
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