Frequently asked questions
What patients ask us most before their evaluation. If your question isn't here, ask us during your consultation.
Evaluation and consultation
Is the evaluation in person or virtual?
Both options are available: in person at our office at Av. Manuel J. Clouthier 526, Zapopan (Guadalajara), or virtual by video call if you live outside Guadalajara or prefer not to travel. Either way we review your symptoms and imaging and give you a plan and a price.
How much is the evaluation?
The virtual evaluation is USD 40. The in-person evaluation at our office is MXN 1,000. Both are credited toward your package if you have surgery.
How do I book?
Answer the 6-question quiz (1 minute). If your case is a fit for surgery, you send your summary via WhatsApp, choose in person or virtual, and the office schedules you.
What imaging do I need?
Ideally a recent pelvic ultrasound or MRI. If you don't have one, we'll tell you what to get; you don't need it to book.
Do you see patients in English?
Yes. Your consultation can be in English, which helps patients from the U.S. and Canada.
Surgery and recovery
What is minimally invasive surgery?
Surgery with a camera through 5–10 mm incisions (laparoscopy) or with no abdominal incisions at all (hysteroscopy and vNOTES). It usually means less pain, less bleeding and a faster recovery than open surgery.
How long will I stay in the hospital?
Most patients go home within 24 hours; the package includes 1 night in hospital.
When can I go back to work?
Desk work usually in 1 to 2 weeks. Physical exertion and intercourse depend on the procedure and your doctor's advice.
Can you preserve my uterus and ovaries?
Whenever possible and if you wish: myomectomy removes fibroids and keeps the uterus, and ovarian cyst surgery preserves healthy tissue.
Where is surgery performed?
Usually at Hospital Real San José, Lázaro Cárdenas campus, in Zapopan (Guadalajara). For selected cases we hold surgical campaigns at Hospital Ángeles Tijuana (or other options in Tijuana) and Hospital H+ Los Cabos.
vNOTES
What is vNOTES?
Endoscopic surgery through the vagina: the camera and instruments enter vaginally, so there are no incisions on your abdomen. It is used for hysterectomy and ovarian and tubal surgery, among others.
Am I a candidate for vNOTES?
It depends on uterine size, previous surgeries, suspected adhesions or extensive endometriosis, and your anatomy. We decide at your evaluation; if it isn't the best route, laparoscopy achieves the same through small incisions.
Is vNOTES less painful?
In published studies, including a randomized clinical trial, patients who had vNOTES reported less pain and went home sooner than with laparoscopy. Every case is different, and we'll discuss yours at your evaluation.
Pricing and payment
How much does surgery cost?
Surgical packages start at USD 5,000: surgeon's fee, assistants, surgical nursing, anesthesiology, minimally invasive equipment and 1 night in hospital. Your exact price depends on the procedure and is confirmed after your evaluation.
What isn't included?
Lab work and imaging, and flights and lodging if you're traveling.
Do you accept insurance?
If you have private major-medical insurance, we'll review it with you at your evaluation. Most U.S. and Canadian plans don't cover scheduled surgery abroad; we provide an invoice and medical summary so you can file a claim.
Traveling patients
Can I have surgery if I live in the U.S. or Canada?
Yes. We evaluate you by video call before you buy your flight, and you arrive with a surgery date, a price and a hotel nearby. A typical stay is 7 to 10 days.
Can I have surgery closer to the U.S.?
For selected cases, yes: we hold surgical campaigns in Tijuana, minutes from San Diego, and in Los Cabos. Location, dates and price are set at your evaluation.
Your evaluation
In person or virtual: your choice
Either way, we review your symptoms and imaging, answer your questions and give you a plan and a price.
In person
At our office in Zapopan (Guadalajara), minutes from the hospital. Exam and ultrasound if needed.
MXN 1,000 · Credited toward your package if you have surgery.
Book in personVirtual
By video call, from any city or country. Ideal if you live far away or want to plan your trip.
USD 40 · Credited toward your package if you have surgery.
Book virtualBook your evaluation, in person or virtual
In person or virtual · starts with 6 questions (1 min)
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