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Walking border crossing parking — these lots are within 5 minutes of PedWest crossing. Most clinics offer pickup at the Mexican side.
PedWest crossing is the fastest. Walking time is 12-20 min. SENTRI cuts it to under 10. Bring passport (not just passport card for surgery — needed for some procedures).
Most reputable surgical centers send a driver to meet you at the Mexican side. Confirm by WhatsApp 24h before. They hold a sign with your name.
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Many top Tijuana surgeons train in the US (Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, USC). Mexico requires a 4-year medical degree + 4-year specialty residency, similar to US standards. Look for surgeons with: cédula profesional registered, COFEPRIS-licensed clinic, board certification (Consejo Mexicano de Cirugía Plástica for plastic, etc.), and visible malpractice insurance.
Most reputable clinics include 1-2 year warranty on the procedure — if a complication arises, they'll fly you back and fix it free. A few partner with US-side aftercare networks. Always confirm the warranty terms in writing before paying. Travel medical insurance with cross-border coverage is also worth considering.
For walking across the border: passport card is sufficient for re-entry. However, for surgical procedures, many clinics require a full passport for the medical record. Always bring your passport book. If you're flying back from Tijuana International (TIJ), passport book is required.
Most US insurance does not cover elective surgery abroad. Some employers offer "medical tourism plans" through partners like Companion Global. Bariatric surgery is increasingly covered through specific networks. Always ask the clinic for ADA-coded receipts in case you want to attempt reimbursement.
Depends on procedure. Typical guidelines: Bariatric: 5-7 days. Major plastic (mommy makeover, BBL): 7-10 days. Rhinoplasty: 5 days. Hair transplant: 3-4 days. LASIK: 2 days. Joint replacement: 10-14 days. Any flight before the doctor clears you risks complications. Book recovery hotel for 2 days longer than the doctor's minimum.