Address:

Usaquén, Bogotá
El Poblado, Medellín

Phone Number:

Hours:

Mon-Fri 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

English-Speaking Doctor Services Across Colombia

DoctorsForExpats is a private practice of English-speaking doctors for expats and travelers in Colombia. Telemedicine nationwide costs COP 210,000, in-home doctor visits in Bogotá and Medellín COP 315,000, in-home physical therapy COP 168,000 and Internal Medicine telemedicine COP 350,000. At-home lab collection is available in Bogotá, Medellín and Cali. Book online or on WhatsApp.

10+ University-Trained Doctors • In-Home Visits • Nationwide Telemedicine • At-Home Lab Testing
  • 🏠 In-Home Doctor Visits (Bogotá & Medellín)
  • 📱 30-Min Telemedicine Consultations (Nationwide)
  • 🧪 At-Home Lab & STD Testing (Bogotá, Medellín & Cali)
  • 👨‍⚕️ Internal Medicine Specialist Available
  • 🦵 Physical Therapy Sessions
  • 📄 Medical Certificates & Prescriptions

Our Comprehensive Services

Personalized primary care, urgent visits, telemedicine, at-home labs & STD testing — all in English for expats, families, and travelers in Colombia.

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Urgent Care

Fast, professional treatment for sudden illnesses and minor emergencies — in-home or via telemedicine.

  • • Rapid assessment and diagnosis
  • • Prescriptions and medication guidance
  • • English-speaking doctors
  • • Convenient home/hotel visits

Routine Check-ups

Regular health assessments for adults and children to maintain wellness and catch issues early.

  • • Full physical examinations
  • • Vital signs, weight, blood pressure checks
  • • Personalized health advice
  • • Family-friendly approach

Preventive Care

Stay ahead with vaccinations, screenings, and health education tailored to your lifestyle and travel.

  • • Vaccinations & boosters
  • • Health screenings & risk assessments
  • • Travel & lifestyle advice
  • • Long-term wellness planning

Physical Therapy

Personalized rehabilitation and recovery support for injuries, mobility issues, and post-surgery care.

  • • Therapist assessment & plan
  • • Equipment provided
  • • Written progress evaluation
  • • Home/hotel sessions

Acute Illness

Quick diagnosis and treatment for common sudden illnesses — from flu to infections.

  • • Fast evaluation & testing
  • • Appropriate medication
  • • Recovery guidance
  • • Follow-up as needed

Medical Certificates

Official medical certificates for visas, employment, schools, travel, or other requirements — issued quickly and in English.

  • • Fast issuance after consultation
  • • Customized for specific purpose (visa, work, school, etc.)
  • • English-language certificates
  • • Digital or printed delivery

Malaria Prophylaxis

Prevention advice, prescriptions, and medication for travel to malaria-risk areas.

  • • Risk assessment based on your itinerary
  • • Appropriate prophylaxis medication
  • • Prevention & symptom advice
  • • Follow-up if needed

Telemedicine

Convenient 30-minute video consultations from anywhere in Colombia.

  • • Diagnosis & treatment recommendations
  • • Prescriptions & sick leave notes
  • • English-speaking doctors
  • • No travel required

At-Home Lab & Diagnostic Services (Including STD)

Partner lab services with nurse home/hotel collection — fast, confidential, and convenient in Bogotá, Medellín & Cali.

  • • Bloodwork, urine/stool, metabolic panels, hormonal tests & more
  • • Specialized STD panels (HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, HPV & more)
  • • Results in 8–12 hours (longer for some specialized tests)
  • • No extra fee for central zone collection

Our Consultation & Service Options

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Telemedicine Consultation

COP 210,000

30-minute video call with one of our doctors

  • Medical History
  • Medical Recommendation
  • Invoice Receipt
  • Lab/Exam Referral* if needed
  • Written Prescription*
  • Sick Leave*

*if the doctor deems it necessary

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In-Home Doctor Consultation

COP 315,000

45-minute visit with one of our doctors

  • Physical Examination
  • Medical History
  • Medical Recommendation
  • Invoice Receipt
  • Lab/Exam Referral* if needed
  • Written Prescription*
  • Sick Leave*

*if the doctor deems it necessary

Available only in Bogotá & Medellín

💪

In-Home Physical Therapy

COP 168,000

60-minute visit with one of our therapists

  • Therapist Assessment
  • Equipment Provided
  • Written Evaluation
  • Invoice Receipt
  • Therapist Recommendation

Available only in Bogotá & Medellín

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At-Home Lab Service

Varies

Partner lab services with nurse home collection

  • Bloodwork, urine, stool & more
  • Fast results (8–12 hours)
  • Available in Bogotá, Medellín & Cali

Frequently asked questions

How much does a consultation cost?

Telemedicine is COP 210,000 for 30 minutes. An in-home doctor visit in Bogotá or Medellín is COP 315,000 for 45 minutes. A telemedicine consultation with our Internal Medicine specialist is COP 350,000 for 30 minutes. In-home physical therapy is COP 168,000 for a 60-minute session.

Which cities do you offer in-home visits in?

In-home doctor visits and in-home physical therapy are available only in Bogotá and Medellín. Telemedicine is available anywhere in Colombia. At-home lab collection by a nurse is available in Bogotá, Medellín and Cali.

Can the doctor give me a prescription or sick leave?

Yes, if the doctor deems it necessary after your consultation. Digital prescriptions, sick leave notes and lab orders are issued at the physician's discretion. We do not sell or dispense medications, and controlled medications follow Colombian regulations.

Will I get an invoice for my insurance?

Yes. We provide an invoice and the documentation you need to submit a claim to your insurer. Whether and how much your insurer reimburses depends on your policy.

How long do lab results take?

STD panels are usually ready in 8 to 12 hours and most bloodwork in 12 to 48 hours. Some advanced or specialised tests take longer, and we will tell you the expected time when you book. Samples are collected by a nurse at your home, hotel or a partner lab and processed by the partner laboratory.

What is your cancellation policy?

Card bookings cancelled on the same day can be voided if our payment processor has not closed its daily batch; after that, you receive a credit toward a future appointment. For later cancellations, give at least 12 hours' notice to reschedule or receive a credit. Cancellations with less than 12 hours' notice, or missed appointments, are not eligible for a refund or credit.

Do I need to be in Bogotá to use your services?

No. Telemedicine works from anywhere in Colombia, including your hotel, Airbnb or finca. Only in-home visits are limited to Bogotá and Medellín.

How do I book an appointment?

Message us on WhatsApp at +57 302 549 6963 or book online. Our office hours are Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Feedback From Our Patients:

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I give a thumbs up to DoctorsFor Expats.com. Herman received my initial request promptly and gave clear instructions on how to move forward. I needed a medical exam and documents to apply for a visa renewal. Dr Lopez and I telecommunicated that same day. All necessary documents were then sent via email. It was quick and easy. Thank you.
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Suzan
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I got really sick in Bolivia and Colombia and struggled to find any English speaking doctor. I then found Expat Doctors in Bogota. They provide quick replies via whatsapp, you can request a doctor to visit you in the hotel you're staying at or have a videocall. They have an easy booking and payment system. The coordinator Hernan provided excellent care and quick responses to get me to see a doctor and obtain a fit to fly certificate as I was having a lot of trouble with my travel insurance following inaccurate Spanish medical reports from previous doctors/practices who didn't speak English. Dr Julian from Expat Doctors was great, spoke excellent English, and examined me in the hotel and provided the medical report and fit to fly certificate that same night. He was very professional and was far more knowledgeable than most doctors I've seen in my life. This is the only place in Colombia I would trust to go to for anything medical as a foreigner. Everything was taken care off quickly and systems and documentation were of high standards.
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Excellent and super fast service for getting a telemedicine consultation, plus a sick leave note I got from them which I needed to provide to my employer. I managed to get a consultation within the same day I made the request and got medication prescription from them.
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Charles Walter
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My wife and I needed a very quick turn-around for a medical and psych eval for our visa renewal. Because of the earthquake a few weeks ago we lost our documentation and had to return to the US to get it all over again (ouch $$$ last minutes flights and hotels.) I contacted Doctorsforexpats on what's app about 4:45 pm, the young man who answered the phone was quick, efficient, and got us booked for a consultation with a doctor the next morning. This was the best part of my visa application this time and the first time. Give them a call. You'll notice the difference.
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Quick painless easy!
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It was my goal to see a doctor during my vacation in Bogotá in August and I found doctorsforexpats via an online search. I am so glad I used their services. The scheduling and payment via WhatsApp was incredibly easy and their receptionist is very quick to respond. Dr. Vargas came to my airbnb and gave me a thorough checkup. Nurse Roa came to my Airbnb a few days later to do some bloodwork and a couple of hours later I had the results of the bloodwork in a .pdf file sent to me. Dr. Vargas left me a voice message explaining what all of the results actually meant. Easiest experience visiting a doctor I’ve had in my life! If you are visiting Bogotá and would prefer an English speaking doctors appointment I would highly recommend doctorsforexpats. It’s a shame something as simple as a doctors visit in the USA has to take half a day and cost a fortune just to speak to a doctor for about two minutes!
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I was a bit ambivalent, but this company was wonderful. Was traveling in Bogota for school and had the flu, but wanted to rule out malaria. I contacted them and they responded within 5 minutes. Got a telehealth visit scheduled a couple hours later, and then got an in-hotel visit to get blood work done that same day. Everything was super easy and everyone was extremely nice. Couldn’t recommend them enough for anyone traveling to Bogota!
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Steven
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Thank you for being quick to respond, seeing me on short notice, and treating me so kindly
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The session was very pleasant and friendly. Time was taken to address all my concerns. I will definitely use this service again.

Insurance Providers

Below are some of the insurance companies that our partner hospital accepts.
Our concierge will contact them directly to avoid out of pocket costs on your end

CIGNA

Cigna Healthcare

AIG

American International Group, Inc

AXA

AXA S.A. Insurance

Allianz

Worldwide Care

Allianz​

Allianz​ Care

VUMI

International insurance

Redbridge

Insurance Company

MSH International

MSH International

MAPFRE

MAPFRE Insurance

Iris Global

Iris Global insurance

Henner

Henner Group Insurance

Healix

International Medical Services

GMMI

Global Medical Management

GBG

GBG Insurance

Europ Assistance

Europ Assistance Insurance company

Collinson

Collinson Group Insurance

Bupa

Bupa Group health insurance

BMI Companies

Best Meridian Insurance Company

AP Companies

AP Companies Insurance

World Travel Assist

World Travel Assist by HAS Insurance

Euro-Center

Euro-Center Insurance

DKV

DKV Insurance