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Bariatric Travel Guide for US Patients

Everything you need to know about traveling to Tijuana for safe, accredited weight loss surgery.

Step by Step

Your Journey, Start to Finish

A clear, coordinated process designed around your safety and comfort.

1. Virtual Consultation

Share medical history and labs. A surgeon confirms candidacy and procedure recommendation remotely.

2. Fly to San Diego

Book a flight to San Diego International (SAN). Most US patients arrive the day before surgery.

3. Border Crossing

A private, bilingual driver meets you and handles the short, organized crossing into Tijuana — often via the dedicated medical lane.

4. Surgery

Pre-op labs, your procedure, and 2–3 nights in a monitored recovery suite with 24/7 nursing.

5. Local Recovery

Rest 2–5 additional nights nearby before your fitness-to-fly clearance.

6. Return & Follow-Up

Fly home with medications, instructions, and a remote follow-up and nutrition plan.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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