English-speaking doctor in Rio de Janeiro
Medical care for travelers and expats in Brazil: telemedicine, doctor visits at your hotel, hostel or Airbnb, and medical reports for your travel insurance. Same-day appointments, subject to availability.
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Got sick on your trip? We’ve got you.
A real doctor who speaks your language, comes to you and sorts out the paperwork for your insurance.
Speaks your language
English, Spanish or Portuguese.
Comes to you
Hostel, hotel, Airbnb or video call.
Fast replies
Same-day care when available.
Insurance-ready
Invoice and report in English.
Upfront prices
From US$ 45. No surprises.
Licensed in Brazil
Prescriptions valid at any pharmacy.
Care that travels with you
Online consultations, in-person care, hotel and hostel visits, prescription renewals and medical reports.
Telemedicine
Medical consultation by video or phone, wherever you are in Brazil. Ideal for travelers, backpackers, and foreigners who need medical guidance without long waits or unnecessary travel. Available in English, Portuguese, or Spanish.
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Hotel & home visits
An in-person visit at your hotel, hostel, Airbnb, or residence: comprehensive clinical evaluation, attentive listening, and individualized medical guidance. By appointment only.
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In-Clinic
Consultations at ESPAMED Copacabana: a modern, comfortable, and discreet space for a complete medical evaluation, with easy access for residents and international visitors. By appointment only.
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Prescriptions
Renewal of long-term medications after a teleconsultation, when clinically indicated. You receive a valid digital prescription for pharmacies in Brazil, and a medical report if needed. No automatic renewals.
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Medical reports
Medical certificates, clinical reports (for insurers, employers, schools, or airlines) and Fit to Fly clearance, issued only after a medical consultation and when clinically indicated.
Ask about reportsLab tests & exams
We prescribe check-up exams and also offer rapid tests: HIV, Syphilis, COVID-19 and Influenza. Ideal for travelers who want answers quickly and clear medical guidance on the results.
Ask about examsClear prices, no surprises
Know the cost before you book. Exact time is arranged with you on WhatsApp, according to availability.
Telemedicine
- Consultation in English, Portuguese or Spanish
- Digital prescription when clinically indicated
- One follow-up message within 7 days
- Medical report and invoice for your insurance
Hotel & home visit
- Doctor at your hotel, hostel, Airbnb or home
- Full clinical evaluation
- Prescriptions and certificates when indicated
- Medical report and invoice for your insurance
In-clinic consultation
- Private office, easy to reach
- Full clinical evaluation
- Prescriptions and certificates when indicated
- Medical report and invoice for your insurance
Have travel insurance?
Most travel insurance plans reimburse doctor visits abroad. After your consultation, you receive a detailed invoice and a medical report in English, ready to submit for reimbursement.
Rapid tests: price on request. Payment details are shared on WhatsApp when you book.
Simple, fast, human
Getting sick far from home should never be complicated.
Message us on WhatsApp
Tell us what you need. We reply as quickly as possible and arrange a time that works for you.
Choose your care
Telemedicine by video or phone, a visit at your accommodation, or an in-clinic consultation.
Get medical guidance
The physician evaluates your condition and, when appropriate, prescribes medications or issues medical documents.
Common conditions, treated with care
Acute or recurrent conditions. Our focus is to solve, guide, and follow up, without exaggeration, without unrealistic promises, and always with medical ethics.
General symptoms & infections
- Fever, headache, body aches
- General malaise
- Mild viral and bacterial infections
- Cold and flu-like symptoms
- COVID-19 and respiratory syndromes
Respiratory conditions
- Persistent cough
- Mild to moderate shortness of breath
- Asthma (mild attacks or control)
- Bronchitis, rhinitis and sinusitis
- Non-emergency chest pain
Gastrointestinal complaints
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea
- Food poisoning
- Gastritis and acid reflux
- General digestive discomfort
Musculoskeletal pain
- Lower back and neck pain
- Muscle pain
- Mild sprains
- Pain after physical exertion
- Chronic pain under follow-up
Emotional health
- Anxiety
- Insomnia and stress
- Physical symptoms related to emotional health
- Initial guidance and referral when necessary
General clinical evaluation
- Basic clinical check-up
- Evaluation of nonspecific symptoms
- A second medical opinion
- Guidance on tests and treatments
- Medication review
What we do not treat
For your safety, we do not provide emergency care: severe or sudden chest pain, severe shortness of breath, stroke, heart attack, severe trauma, or situations requiring immediate hospitalization. In serious situations, seek an emergency service or call 192 (SAMU).
Dr. Filipe Laia
Physician focused on travel health, telemedicine, urgent care, and medical assistance for travelers and international patients.
Credentials & Experience
- Medical degree — Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF)
- Postgraduate course in Emergency Medicine — Instituto CDT
- Medical degree officially recognized in Spain by the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities
- Experience in Primary Care, Urgent & Emergency Care, and Telemedicine
- Multilingual care in English, Portuguese, and Spanish
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laia Health?
Laia Health provides online and in-person medical care in English, Portuguese and Spanish for travelers, expats and international visitors in Brazil, based in Rio de Janeiro.
How much does a consultation cost?
Telemedicine costs US$ 45. A visit at your hotel, hostel, Airbnb or home in Rio de Janeiro costs US$ 120, including weekends. An in-clinic consultation in Copacabana also costs US$ 120. Rapid tests: price on request.
Can I get reimbursed by my travel insurance?
Most travel insurance plans reimburse medical visits abroad. After your consultation, we provide a detailed invoice and a medical report in English so you can request reimbursement. Check the conditions of your own policy.
How does online medical care work?
Online care is provided through telemedicine, via video or phone call, for patients currently located in Brazil. The physician evaluates the clinical condition, provides medical guidance, and, when appropriate, may prescribe medications or issue medical documents.
When are you available?
Same-day appointments are often possible, subject to availability. Send us a message on WhatsApp and we will arrange a time with you, including evenings and weekends when available.
Do you issue medical prescriptions?
Yes. Prescriptions valid at pharmacies throughout Brazil may be issued or renewed after a medical evaluation, when clinically indicated, in accordance with current regulations.
Do you issue medical certificates and reports?
Yes. We issue medical certificates, Fit to Fly clearances and clinical reports whenever clinically indicated, including for insurance companies, employers and airlines.
What types of health conditions can be treated?
We treat low-complexity and non-emergency medical conditions (see “What we treat” above). Severe or emergency cases must be referred to a hospital or emergency service.
Does Laia Health provide emergency care?
No. We do not provide emergency care. In serious situations, please seek an emergency service or call 192 (SAMU).
How can I schedule an appointment?
Appointments are scheduled through Laia Health’s WhatsApp, quickly and easily. Click here to schedule your appointment.
How can I contact Laia Health?
Via WhatsApp at +55 33 9 9824-5469 or by email at care@laiahealth.com.
Find us in Rio de Janeiro
In-clinic consultations are held at ESPAMED Copacabana, with easy access for residents and international visitors. Hotel and home visits are available in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Telemedicine is available anywhere in Brazil.
All consultations are by appointment only.
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