While in Manila last June 2017, I went through an angioplasty procedure (following a heart attack), wherein 2 stents had to be placed. It was exactly a day after I arrived from Florida where I worked as a head baker in Disney Cruises. (Thank God it didn’t happen a day before while I was on board the plane). It took me 10 days in the hospital to recover. Although my condition was a bit complicated,… Read More “While in Manila last June”

10-22-17 In January, 2016, I weighed an all-time high of 330 pounds. As you can imagine, my health was very poor. It was then that I met Dr. Rafael Moguel at CMC in Cozumel, Mexico. He informed me that my heart had an ejection fracture below 30 – VERY bad! As a result, I had to have a pacemaker/defibrillator implanted. I was scared to death, but Dr. Moguel had a very calming way, and he… Read More “Kandy S”

Dear Dr. Rafael Ancheita, Again, I want to express thanks to you for the way in which you treated me while I was in Cozumel two weeks ago when I had a heart attack. I have since talked with my cardiologist in Little Rock, Arkansas and he looked at all of the pictures which you gave me on the CD and talked to me at length about what has taken place. He was very complimentary… Read More “David B”

Good afternoon Dr. Moguel, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the care you provided. We found that you were very aware of our worry and apprehension and therefore were very willing to stay close by to help alleviate our concerns. Thank you so much. I know my husband appreciated you taking the time to talk with him and answer questions. In fact, we were most impressed with how we were treated by… Read More “Jack G & Judy W”

Good Morning Dr. Moguel and Staff Arrived home to Alberta late Monday Feb 02/09. Very long day however all went well. Connential Airline service was excellent. Went through customs etc. without problems. When we arrived at our home all of us were very tired. We went to bed and I slept 4-5 hours without waking. This was wonderful. I am eating better everyday. Also getting stronger. Incisions are healing quickly with no problems. I do miss the… Read More “Mary F & Family”

Dear Dr. Moguel, I wanted to bring you up to date on my status. I have met with my new heart doctor and I have been performing cardiac rehab since I got home. Last week I had a Stress Test and got the results this week. Thanks to you and your efforts on my behalf; the test showed NO damage to my heart and the coronary circulation was excellent. Thank you so much for caring… Read More “Mike M”

Dear Dr. Rafael Moguel  MD FSCA&I I am writing you to give my testimony for the excellent and timely care that you and your staff gave me during my heart attack on our recent trip.  Your fully equipped hospital enabled me to survive this severe heart attack.  You and your team responded quickly, completing the treatment and the procedure of installing two stents within the critical 90 minute window.  Your communication with my wife and… Read More “Dick D”

Hi Dr. Moguel – I wanted to THANK YOU for the exceptional care you provided for my father while in Cozumel!!!!  You not only are an exceptional Physician, but an extraordinary person. Thank you again for taking care such great care of my Dad – if it weren’t for you that afternoon I hate to think what would have happened!! Please if you are ever in Chicago let us know.  We would love the opportunity to… Read More “Rita M”

Dr. Moguel I wanted to let you know that Elaine and I made it home to Oregon last night with no problems. She didn’t have any problems flying and is doing well. She preferred to walk instead of wheelchair at the airports and finds she tires easily so we just took it slow and let her sit and take a rest if we walked more than 10 minutes. We want to thank you for all… Read More “Truman V”

Hello Dr. I wanted to follow up with you and let you know that I am feeling much better, have booked an appointment for this Thurs with a cardiologist, and have been taing it extremely easy since leaving your hospital. Also wanted to thank you again for treating me so well and for having such a great bedisde manner. You really made a potentially scary situation very comforting and I am forever grateful. I hope… Read More “Andrew F”

I have told all my friends about our experience in Cozumel at your Medical Facility there, and told them despite what they may hear about Mexican  medical facilities, the one we stayed was of high quality. We were given top notch service and the personnel could not have been nicer. The facility was very clean and orderly and I have told friends that if they had a choice between an emergency in Cozumel and somewhere else… Read More “Rose C”

Dear Dr. Moguel, I wanted to take the opportunity to let you know how much Robert and I appreciate the quality care we received in Cozumel. You and your staff did a wonderful job of taking care of us and keeping us informed. When Robert suffered a sudden death heart attack on our 25th anniversary cruise, we were blessed to be able to continue our happily married life due to such wonderful care on the… Read More “Lori & Robert d”

Dear Dr. Moguel: Now that I am back in Chicago I wanted to thank you and your entire staff for the excellent care provided to me on my recent visit to Cozumel. Kindly convey my additional thank-you’s. I recall you seeing me only a few minutes after I walked into CMC and that you spent substantial time with me discussing my condition, both of which would be unlikely even at the finest institutions in the US. I am continuing with the… Read More “Steve A”

October 14, 2014 HI DOC! Well we finally made it home on the 21st the Dr.s in fl said you all did a great job and my Dr.s at home said the same thank you for all the help and care you gave now all I need to do is rest and get my strength back. Thanks again for all you Adrianne and Louis did for me and my wife Phyllis. Take care and GOD… Read More “Don B”

Dr. Moguel I am home now in New Hampshire. The snow on the ground is unbelievable, and it is just Beginning to melt. I am feeling better and better every day. I see my primary care doctor tomorrow morning, and my heart doctor the following week. I have gone into atrial fibrulation since Feb 26 and am now on Eloquis medication to thin my blood. I was extremely pleased with the care I received from you and… Read More “Kenneth K”

Hello Dr. Moguel, Hope this finds you having a lovely weekend in Cozumel or where ever you may be. It’s gotten quite cold here in Charlotte and we are making great use of our fireplace. I am feeling so much better these past two days as my blood pressure is back to normal!  I just took it so I could give you a reading……118/74 my pulse was 75. Today was a sweet day. Patrick, Julia… Read More “Noreen & Family”

December 12, 2016 My name is Ronald M and I live on Cozumel. About three or four weeks ago I came into the Hospital feeling ill. I was put into the emergency room and tests where run when the results came back it should I was having a heart attack. DR Moguel came in to talk with me, he told me a Catheritization is needed. I explained to him that I had a very bad experience about a… Read More “Ronald M”

Hello Dr. Moguel, We just wanted to thank you again for your excellent care during my husband’s recent hospitalization in Cozumel.  You are a very knowledgeable cardiologist – one of the best we have met.  We wanted to confirm the length of time your recommend for the Brillinta medication. Please respond at your earliest convenience. Again, we appreciate your medical expertise and intervention.… Read More “Gayle & Tom T”

I very much appreciate the professionalism and kindness showed during my stay in Cozumel. Your straight talk and logic have had a big impact. I have taken no insulin since returning nor had no readings over 150. I have not smoked and feel I am over the hump, I have maintained your suggested diet and am committed to losing 50-60 pounds over the next year. So far so good. After talking with you, I have… Read More “Tom R”

Hi Dr Rafael, thank you for this email, unfortunately we do not do facebook. We cannot thank you enough for all the knowledge you shared with us, it prepared us for the journey to Art’s triple by-pass surgery.  The medical people here in Canada were very impressed with the reports you provided and the angiogram CD.  They followed your recommendations for nuclear testing (PET test), tried the courage study – which we didn’t accept, and… Read More “Art & Debb”

Thank-you! Thank-you! so much for all that you’ve done for both Fran & myself.  We will NOT forget for sure your “PROFESSIONAL” & COURTEOUS manner in which you dealt with us. It was so Kind of you to care for us this way. I wish you to know, that ­­­I REALLY appreciate how you cared so Diligently for my Wife FRAN! Between coming out late to us at the Apt. (10- 11 pm). I call that dedicated to… Read More “Mike & Fran N”

Hi Dr. Moguel (Rafa) Well we’re back home and doing fine, thanks to you and your wonderful Hospital. It is amazing how professional you and the staff performed your duties. I don’t think we could have received better care anywhere and feel lucky to have been taken to the Hospital where you practice. It is refreshing in todays world to know that Doctors and Nurses still care about people instead of just money. Every person made… Read More “Cherie & Charlie”

To Whom It May Concern, Let me say that I am a US crew member aboard Royal Caribbean’s “Liberty of the Seas”. I was referred to COSTAMED by Dr Michael Grossebner our ship’s doctor. I must say that I was a little apprehensive about being a patient from outside Mexico. I should not have been. I was recieved as any local patient would be, with respect and courtesy from the reception to the cashier. Everyone’s attitude and attention… Read More “Michael K”

May 1, 2015 A THANK YOU TO DR. RAFAEL MOGUEL ANCHIETA IN EARLY APRIL OF THIS YEAR, I RESEARCHED CARDIOLOGISTS IN MEXICO, AS JAY NEEDED TO HAVE SURGERY TO REMOVE STERNUM WIRES WHICH HAD BROKE THROUGH HIS SKIN AFTER OPEN HEART SURGERY FIVE YEARS PREVIOUS. I HAD REQUESTED INFORMATION FROM QUITE A FEW CARDIOLOGISTS (NOT ALL IN MEXICO) SOME RESPONDED, SOME DIDN’T. DR RAFAEL MOGUEL ANCHIETA DID. I WAS VERY COMFORTABLE WITH HIM, AS HE… Read More “Carol”

To The Staff at Costamed: What a wonderful, caring and educated staff at Costamed Hospital! In January, 2015, the man I was dating, Randy Baker, suffered three massive heart attacks on a Princess cruise in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico.  While the ship was being diverted to Cozumel, Dr. Moguel with Costamed, provided orders via internet that helped provide the critical and intensive care that was needed to sustain his life while still on the cruise ship. Once arriving… Read More “Randy and Cindy B”

September 2, 2014 As a citizen of the U.S., I was initially concerned about being treated in any hospital other than in the U.S.  Don’t misunderstand me, I have nothing against Mexico, but my first premonition would be to be treated at home. Having said that and having been treated by you and your staff, I have since changed my opinion.  Not only was I very satisfied with the care and attention given to me,… Read More “Jim G”