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Hospital Nacional

Panama City, Panama
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Languages: EnglishSpanish
Needs Verification Last updated: 2026-06-15

Hospital Quick Facts

Hospital Name
Hospital Nacional
City
Panama City
Country
Panama
Address
Hospital Nacional,Panama
Languages
English, Spanish
Website
http://www.hospitalnacional.com/
Phone
(507) 207-8100

About Hospital Nacional

Clinica Nacional, (as originally known) initially a10-bed facility with one operating room, one delivery room and a small newborn unit, opened on July 9, 1973 in a small location on Avenida Justo Arosemenena and 38th Street.

The hospital exclusively provided Gynecology & Obstetrics services, thus came quickly to be known as "Clinica de la Mujer". To sustain its growth to 25 beds, the hospital moved to a larger location on January of 1980.

Years later, in September of 1994 "Centro Médico Nacional" opened its doors, a state-of-the-art Medical Office Building, that houses 110 specialists.

Finally, on August 20th, 1998 the new hospital facilities were was inaugurated. It is a brand new, modern building located on Avenida Cuba between 38th & 39th Streets in Panama City and it is now known as Hospital Nacional.

International Patient Safety Checklist in Panama

Use this checklist before booking treatment abroad. Verifying these items helps protect your health, finances, and travel plans.

  • Verify hospital accreditation (JCI, NABH, or equivalent)
  • Confirm surgeon credentials and experience with your specific procedure
  • Request detailed cost estimate including all fees
  • Check if the hospital offers international patient services
  • Verify language support for consultations and medical records
  • Confirm insurance acceptance or payment options
  • Research visa requirements and medical visa availability
  • Plan adequate recovery time before return travel
  • Arrange airport transfer and accommodation near hospital
  • Request copies of all medical records and discharge summaries
  • Clarify follow-up care arrangements in your home country
  • Get a second opinion before committing to treatment abroad

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References

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Data Sources

  • MyMedicPlus legacy data extraction

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