Why book this clinic with Medical Departures?

• Verified clinic listing with patient reviews.
• Surgeon active in professional societies, including the Mexican College of Obesity Surgery (CMCOEM) and the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery (AMCE).
• Multidisciplinary team (anesthesiology and clinical nutrition) supporting pre-op and recovery.
• Traveler-friendly amenities: free Wi-Fi, drinking water, parking, phone access, wheelchair access, and complimentary ground transportation to your hotel.
• Convenient border-city access from San Diego with multiple transfer options.

Location and Access

The team is based in Tijuana, Baja California—minutes from the U.S. border. Most international travelers fly into San Diego International Airport (SAN) and transfer 30–45 minutes to Tijuana, or they use Cross Border Xpress (CBX) to walk directly into Tijuana International Airport (TIJ). Rideshares like Uber and Lyft are common in San Diego; Uber is widely used in Tijuana. After you book, your coordinator can arrange complimentary local ground transportation to your hotel and confirm pickup points.

What to Expect

• Comprehensive evaluation: your surgeon reviews your history, labs, and goals to recommend the safest, most effective plan—surgical or conservative (non-surgical).
• Hospital-based surgery: procedures performed in modern operating rooms with anesthesiology and ICU support.
• Integrated team: bariatric surgeon, anesthesiologist, and clinical nutrition professionals guide your journey.
• Languages: English and Spanish.
• Accepted payments: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cash, bank transfer, and PayPal (confirm any processing or currency-conversion fees with your coordinator).
• Hours (UTC-06): Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00; Sat 09:00–13:00; Sun closed.
• Amenities: free Wi-Fi, drinking water, parking, phone access; wheelchair accessible; free ground transportation to hotel.

Popular Bariatric Procedures

• Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy): reduces stomach size to support portion control and steady weight loss.
• Gastric Bypass: creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the intestine to limit intake and absorption.
• Biliopancreatic Diversion / Duodenal-Ileal Bypass: advanced procedures for select candidates.
• Non-surgical support: structured nutrition, activity plans, and medical weight-loss options when appropriate.

Booking and Coordination

Reserve through Medical Departures for quotes, schedule options, and travel help. Your coordinator can provide hospital details, arrange airport transfers, outline pre-op testing, and confirm what’s included (e.g., driver, local transport).

FAQs

Which weight-loss surgeries are available?

Short answer: Gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion, duodenal-ileal bypass, plus non-surgical weight management.

More detail: After a full health review, your surgeon will recommend the option that best matches your BMI, medical history, and goals. Not everyone needs surgery; some patients start with medical and nutrition therapies.

Are there warranties or guarantees on treatments?

Short answer: Surgical warranties vary; always ask for policies in writing.

More detail: Some providers outline specific revision or complication protocols. When you book via Medical Departures, you also receive platform support and a Best Price Guarantee on listed services. Request written details on any revision terms, what follow-up is included, and how aftercare is handled.

Where is the clinic and how do I get there?

Short answer: In Tijuana near the U.S. border; arrive via San Diego (SAN) or CBX to Tijuana (TIJ).

More detail: Many travelers land at SAN, then take a private driver or rideshare toward the San Ysidro/Otay Mesa crossings. CBX offers a pedestrian bridge from San Diego into TIJ’s terminal. The clinic provides complimentary local ground transportation to your hotel; your coordinator will share exact meeting points.

What languages are spoken?

Short answer: English and Spanish.

More detail: Bilingual staff support check-in, nursing care, and discharge instructions. Let your coordinator know if you need translation for a companion.

What payment types are accepted?

Short answer: Visa, Mastercard, Amex, cash, bank transfer, and PayPal.

More detail: Some methods may carry a processing fee. If you’re paying from abroad, confirm currency, daily limits, and transfer timelines so funds clear before surgery day.

Which hospitals does the team use?

Short answer: Modern, full-service hospitals in Tijuana such as Hospital Ángeles.

More detail: Facilities include accredited operating rooms, anesthesia, imaging, labs, pharmacy, and ICU support. This allows pre-op testing, surgery, and early recovery to be handled in one place.

Is airport pickup or hotel transfer included?

Short answer: Yes—complimentary local ground transportation to your hotel is listed.

More detail: Share your flight and arrival details when you book so the driver can coordinate border timing and meet-up locations.

How long will I need to stay in Tijuana after surgery?

Short answer: Plan for several days on the ground, depending on the procedure.

More detail: Typical stays range from 2–5 days for common bariatric surgeries, allowing for pre-op labs, the procedure, and initial recovery checks. Your surgeon will advise your exact timeline.