Bariatric and plastic surgeries remain the most requested surgical procedures by foreign patients in Tijuana, stated Fabián Roberto Walters Arballo, president of the Baja Health Cluster.
He explained that it was estimated that there were around 250 to 300 bariatric surgeries per day and approximately 150 to 200 plastic surgeries during the peak periods of medical tourism in Tijuana.
He explained that the average cost of bariatric surgery ranges from $3,500 to $7,000, while plastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery can average around $7,000.
He stated that prices are up to 50% to 70% cheaper compared to services in the United States, indicating that this, along with the professionalization and training of doctors, are the main incentives to have surgery in Tijuana.