Hospital Sao Rafael

Hospital Sao Rafael, established in 1990 in Salvador, Bahia, is one of northeastern Brazil's most important healthcare institutions with 400 beds and ONA accreditation. The hospital serves as a regional referral center for complex medical cases across multiple specialties. The cardiac surgery department is one of the most active in the northeast region, performing coronary bypass, valve surgery, and congenital heart defect repairs. The cancer treatment center provides multidisciplinary oncology care including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. The neurosurgery department handles complex brain and spinal procedures with advanced imaging guidance. Orthopedic surgery services include joint replacement, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. The transplant program performs kidney and liver transplants with growing volumes each year. Gastroenterology services cover both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. The hospital provides support services for international and domestic medical travelers, including coordination of appointments, translation services, and assistance with logistics for patients coming from other Brazilian states and abroad.