• September 14, 2026
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doctor shortage

  • March 3, 2026

Costa Rica Scrambles to Fill Specialist Void with New Exam Period

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – In a decisive move to combat a deepening healthcare crisis, the Costa…
  • February 4, 2026

Costa Rica Extends National Health Emergency Amid Doctor Exodus

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The Board of Directors of the Costa Rican Social Security…
  • December 12, 2025

Hospitals Brace for Holiday Collapse Over Specialist Gridlock

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – Costa Rica’s public hospital network is facing an imminent and severe crisis,…
  • November 19, 2025

CCSS Revives International Training to Combat Specialist Shortage

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – In a landmark move to address a critical shortage of…
  • October 23, 2025

CCSS Grapples With Widening Specialist Gap

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – The nation’s public healthcare system is facing a significant challenge…
  • October 22, 2025

CCSS Boosts Specialist Training But Long Residencies Delay Relief

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – The Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS) has initiated a long-awaited expansion…
  • October 16, 2025

Costa Rica Fortifies Healthcare System with Renewed Specialist Training Pact

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – In a strategic move to address a growing national healthcare challenge, the…