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35+ years of experience in medical tourism in Mexico.

From a single clinic to Mexico's largest accredited medical tourism network, built on internationally certified hospitals, internationally trained surgeons, and a commitment to patient-centered care that crosses every border.

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35+ yrs

Founder experience in medical travel

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Trusted in Mexico

- Our Story

Built on decades of refinement.

Twenty years ago, medical tourism in Mexico was fragmented — limited options, no continuity of care, and patients largely on their own. AngelesHealth emerged to change that, building the country's first end-to-end medical tourism network.

2006 · Founded

A new model for medical tourism.

AngelesHealth is founded with a single mission — connect international patients with Mexico's best hospitals, surgeons, and amenities under one coordinated network. The first patients are U.S. and Canadian, traveling for orthopedic, general surgery, endometriosis, and cosmetic surgery.

2010 · First international accreditation

One partner hospital earns JCI accreditation.

One of the hospitals in our network earns Joint Commission International accreditation — the same standard applied to top U.S. academic medical centers. Not all of our partner hospitals hold JCI accreditation, so we match you to the right facility for your procedure.

2014 · Surgical talent expansion

Internationally trained surgeons join the roster.

Top-tier plastic, orthopedic, and oncology specialists — internationally trained physicians and surgeons — join the network. The full-scale Specialty Centers of Excellence are formalized.

2019 · U.S.-based case management

Bilingual coordinators on both sides of the border.

U.S.-based bilingual case managers become every patient's single point of contact — from inquiry, through travel, through 90-day follow-up — coordinating directly with local primary care.

Today · A trusted network

Trusted by patients across the U.S. and Canada.

Today, AngelesHealth coordinates care through leading partner hospitals, recovery hotels, and a U.S.-based team — serving patients across cosmetic, orthopedic, oncology, and cardiac care. The company is led by a founder with 35 years of experience in medical travel.

Today · Looking forward

The next chapter.

We continue to expand specialties, build out infrastructure, andraise the standard of care for international patients. The mission hasn't changed — accessible, exceptional healthcare that transcends geographical boundaries.

-Why Patients Travel to Mexico

Five reasons U.S. and Canadian patients cross the border for care.

Each year, hundreds of thousands of North American patients travel to Mexico for medical care. The reasons are practical, clinical, and personal.

Cost-effective, transparent pricing

Mexico offers high-quality healthcare at 40–70% below U.S. prices. Quotes are all-inclusive — covering surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, medications, ground transport, and recovery lodging — with no hidden facility or pharmacy fees.

Internationally accredited quality

One of our partner hospitals holds JCI accreditation; partners also carry ISO 9001 and AAAHC. Care is delivered by internationally trained physicians and surgeons.

Geographic accessibility

Tijuana sits 12 minutes from the San Diego border. No long-haul travel, simple visa requirements, and short ground transport make Mexico the most accessible international destination for U.S. and Canadian patients.

Specialty centers of excellence

Plastic surgery, orthopedic surgery, oncology, and cardiology — each runs as a dedicated specialty center with its own physician panel, OR resources, and rehabilitation pathway.

Whole-patient, holistic care

Our network integrates traditional and modern medicine: nutrition, rehabilitation, mental health, and pain management are part of every surgical pathway — not after thoughts.

-Why Choose AngelesHealth

Excellence, accessibility, and peace of mind — by design.

Choosing AngelesHealth means access to world-class medical expertise within the largest, longest-standing medical tourism network in Mexico. Every detail of the patient experience has been engineered around international travel for care.

World-class expertise & state-of-the-art facilities

Internationally certified hospitals with the most technologically advanced medical equipment in the region.

Personalized treatment plans

Every patient receives a written, individualized surgical or treatment plan.

U.S.-based bilingual case managers

One coordinator from first inquiry through 90-day follow-up — handling travel, scheduling, and continuity with your local physician.

Comprehensive pre- and post-operative care

Pre-op diagnostics on-site, with post-op follow-up support coordinated so you can continue care with your local physician.

Room for a companion to stay with you

At hospitals that allow it, a companion can stay in your room — sometimes on a sofa bed — so you're not alone during recovery.

Ground transportation included

One round trip of ground transportation — airport pickup and hospital transfers — is included in your surgical package, for you and one companion.

-The Network

Mexico's most trusted medical tourism network, backed by decades of experience.

With thousands of patients treated each year, AngelesHealth is a leading plastic surgery network in Mexico. Our partners' state-of-the-art facilities are the best full-scale certified hospital facilities in the country.

-Getting Here

Two simple ways to reach our facility.

Our flagship hospital sits in Tijuana's Zona Río — twelve minutes from the San Diego border crossing. Whether you're flying in or driving across, we handle the logistics from the moment you arrive.

Fly in via San Diego (SAN)

Most international patients

Arrive at San Diego International

Our coordinator will meet you at baggage claim with signage and a verified greeting.

Private ground transport across the border

Pre-arranged transport via the SENTRI-cleared crossing — no waiting in lines.

Arrive at the hospital or recovery hotel

From airport to hospital reception: approximately 35 minutes door-to-door.

Included for all patients · Transport for you and one companion

Drive to the border

For local U.S. patients

Drive Interstate 5 south

Follow I-5 toward the international border. Park at a designated pre-paidlot near the crossing.

Walk across the border

Most border parking lots are within a 3-minute walk of the pedestrian crossing. Bring only documents and essentials.

Our coordinator meets you at arrival

Follow signage to the Zona Río exit — our staff will be waiting with verified greeting and short transport to the hospital.

Tip · Parking lots near the border require pre-payment. Pay, park, and walk.

SAN

San Diego Intl.

BORDER

San Ysidro · 25 min

AngelesHealth

Total door-to-door

≈ 35–45 minutes from San Diego International Airport to the hospital reception, including border crossing.

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one business day with pricing, timeline, and your
assigned surgeon.

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Our Founder

Meet Carlos Zavala

From a family of doctors to building Mexico’s leading international-patient program, Carlos has spent more than three decades guiding patients through cross-border care — personally, from the first call to the drive home.

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