Costa Health is pleased to introduce Dr Raquel Delgado, a highly experienced UK-trained General Practitioner who is now collaborating with us to expand access to high-quality, patient-centred medical care. Her arrival coincides with the launch of our new telehealth platform, making it easier than ever to consult a GP and receive prescriptions where appropriate, from the comfort of your home.
A Trusted GP with 20 Years of International Experience
Dr Delgado brings over two decades of clinical experience, having practised extensively in London across both NHS and private healthcare settings. Throughout her career, she has cared for a diverse, international patient population, giving her a thorough understanding of the challenges people face when accessing healthcare outside their home country.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, she ensures clear and comfortable communication for patients from a wide range of backgrounds. For English-speaking expats on the Costa del Sol, this combination of linguistic fluency and international clinical experience is particularly valuable.
Her approach is grounded in listening, clarity, and collaboration. She takes the time to understand each patient’s concerns, explains options thoroughly, and involves patients in decisions about their own health.
Flexible GP Care Through Telehealth
As part of her collaboration with Costa Health, Dr Delgado is available for online consultations, offering a convenient way to access professional medical care without the need to travel. Our telehealth service is designed with the needs of expats and residents in mind, providing access to experienced care wherever you are.
Through this service, patients can:
- Speak directly with an experienced GP
- Receive personalised, evidence-based advice
- Obtain prescriptions where clinically appropriate
- Manage both short-term concerns and longer-term health
Quick Tip: Online GP consultations are well suited to a wide range of concerns from acute illness and repeat prescriptions to ongoing chronic condition management. If you are unsure whether your situation is appropriate for telehealth, it is always fine to ask when booking.
Areas of Expertise
Dr Delgado provides comprehensive support across a broad range of medical needs, including:
- General medical consultations and acute conditions
- Chronic disease management
- Preventative healthcare and longevity-focused planning
- Weight management
Women’s Health and Hormonal Wellbeing
Dr Delgado has a particular interest in women’s health, including hormonal wellbeing and menopause. For women navigating these changes whilst living abroad, access to an experienced, English-speaking GP can make a significant difference. You can read more about managing menopause on the Costa del Sol on our blog.
Lifestyle and Preventative Medicine
Alongside clinical care, Dr Delgado has a strong interest in lifestyle and preventative medicine. Whether you are managing an existing condition or looking to take a more proactive approach to your health, she offers the breadth of experience to support both everyday concerns and longer-term health goals.
If you have been feeling persistently tired or run-down, a GP consultation is a good first step to rule out underlying medical causes.
Quick Tip: Preventative health reviews are worth considering even when you feel well. A brief consultation can identify risk factors early and help you make informed decisions about your longer-term health.
A Patient-Centred Approach to Medicine
What defines Dr Delgado’s practice is her commitment to care that is both clinically rigorous and genuinely personal. She believes in taking the time to listen, explaining medical information clearly, and empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health.
This ensures that every consultation is not only effective, but also reassuring and supportive – qualities that matter especially when you are managing your health in a second language or a less familiar healthcare system.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the telehealth consultation work?
You can book an online appointment at a time that suits you. Consultations take place remotely via video or telephone, so you can access care from home or wherever you happen to be.
Can I receive a prescription following my consultation?
Yes. Where clinically appropriate, prescriptions can be issued following your appointment.
What types of conditions can be managed online?
A wide range of concerns can be addressed, including acute illnesses, chronic condition management, preventative care, and lifestyle-related health issues. If you are unsure whether your situation is suitable, please do get in touch and we can advise before you book.
Is this service suitable for expats living in Spain?
Yes. Dr Delgado’s extensive international experience and fluency in both English and Spanish make her particularly well placed to support patients living abroad, who may face additional complexity when navigating a foreign healthcare system.
Can I consult about women’s health?
Absolutely. Women’s health is one of Dr Delgado’s key areas of clinical interest. She provides personalised, evidence-based support for a range of concerns including hormonal health and menopause.
Will there be follow-up care if needed?
Yes. Ongoing care and follow-up consultations can be arranged to ensure continuity of support, particularly for patients managing longer-term conditions.
Can I see Dr Raquel Delgado in person?
Yes. Dr Raquel Delgado offers in-person consultations at clinic locations in Estepona and Marbella.
If an online consultation is not appropriate, or if you require follow-up care, further assessment, or blood testing, this can be arranged across a number of clinical settings. This ensures you have access to both convenient remote care and comprehensive in-person support when needed.