Medical Tourism in Mexico
Mexico has more to offer than great beaches, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine; it can also be a great place to get more reasonably priced medical attention than at home.
One of the greatest advantages to traveling to Mexico for medical care is it's proximity to the United States. You won't be pained by the price of the ticket, or by the length of your flight. Why travel halfway around the world when you can get reasonably priced medical treatments close to home?
Mexico's hospitals are similarly ranked to those in the U.S. according to the World Health Organization. A majority of Mexican hospitals are clean and modern with a large amount of private rooms. Physicians in Mexico are often known for their level of personal care and interaction with their patients, and will be happy to talk with you about any of your concerns about your treatment.
Dental work is one of the most common procedures patients go to Mexico to have done, but knee and hip surgeries and cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries are popular as well. Costs can be as low as half of those in the U.S. and waiting times for procedures are almost unheard of.
Mexico has long been a destination for those wishing to save on prescription medications, and for a reason. Like Canada, many medications that are high priced in the United States can be acquired in Mexico for a fraction of the price. Many of these medications are produced by the same international companies that supply them at home and can cut your post-operative care costs down a great deal.
Many coastal towns like Los Cabos offer medical care than can easily be combined with a relaxing vacation on a beautiful Mexican beach. Areas such as these offer medical tourists vibrant nightlife, beautiful scenery, diving, golf courses, and horseback riding. Package deals are available that allow patients to spend their recovery in a luxury hotel room complete with Jacuzzi and room service, while staying near to the shopping and entertainment centers of the city. Other Spanish-speaking medical tourism destinations include Argentina, Costa Rica, and Panama.
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