Dr. Jaime Ulloa Gil, orthopedist and traumatologist
I'm an orthopedist and traumatologist in Costa Rica with a focus on sports medicine. I trained in sports medicine at the Cleveland Clinic (1993–1994). In 2000 I was one of the founders of Clínica de Especialidades Ortopédicas, a multi-specialty orthopedic clinic located at Hospital CIMA in Costa Rica that still serves patients today. From 2000 to 2007 I also worked for the Cleveland Clinic from Costa Rica, traveling to Cleveland four to five times a year. Through this website I offer virtual consultations only, by video call, in English or Spanish, so you can get an orthopedic evaluation wherever you are.
Training and career
1980–1985: Doctor of Medicine, summa cum laude, Escuela Autónoma de Ciencias Médicas de Centroamérica (EACMCA).
1986–1990: Professor of biochemistry and vice dean, EACMCA.
1990–1993: Orthopedics residency in Costa Rica's public health system (CCSS). Specialist title in Orthopedics and Traumatology, Universidad de Costa Rica.
1993–1994: Sports medicine fellowship training program, Cleveland Clinic.
2000: One of the founders of Clínica de Especialidades Ortopédicas, a multi-specialty orthopedic clinic located at Hospital CIMA, Costa Rica, that is still operating today.
2000–2007: Worked for the Cleveland Clinic from Costa Rica, traveling to Cleveland four to five times a year.
Member, Cleveland Clinic Sports Medicine Alumni Association.
2020–present: ElipsisMd, virtual consultations (since July 2020).
Languages: Spanish (native) and English (full professional proficiency).
Why I practice virtually
In 2018 I had an accident that left me tetraplegic. In July 2020 I started with ElipsisMd, and that is how I now offer virtual consultations. I have dedicated my life to helping patients, and that is why I have always enjoyed my work. It is also why I made the effort to keep working and helping patients in my new condition. Video consults let me keep listening to, evaluating, and guiding patients, and seeing you wherever you are, in Costa Rica or abroad.
My approach
I believe in care centered on you. I take the time to listen, to understand how the problem affects your life, and to explain clearly what's going on and what your options are. My goal is for you to leave the consult with a plan you understand and can follow, and, if you're active, to help you get back to your activity safely.
Book your consult
I'd be glad to help. Book your virtual consult or message me on WhatsApp.