COSTA RICAJohn Doughton

MS- 2

Background• Population of the country is 4.6 million. • Spanish is the official language, and English is the second most common spoken language.• Christianity is the dominant religion and is very much integrated into the culture • Costa Rica has a nationalized health care system and care is available to all citizens and legal residents across the country • Ten major public hospitals – four in San Jose, including the Children’s Hospital – affiliated with the Costa Rican National Healthcare System

Work Site

Homestay

Travel

Expenses

• Flight – $700

• Lodgings - $400

• Food - $450

• Travel and Sightseeing - $300

Contact Info

• jdoughto@uab.edu