GITNUXREPORT 2026

Medical Tourism Mexico Statistics

Mexico's booming medical tourism industry offers high-quality, affordable care to international patients.

Sarah Mitchell

Senior Researcher specializing in consumer behavior and market trends.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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92% of JCI-accredited hospitals in Mexico perform medical tourism procedures successfully.

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Mexico has 120+ JCI-accredited facilities, highest in Latin America for medical tourism.

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Complication rates for bariatric surgery in Mexico are 0.5%, comparable to US 0.6%.

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98% of Mexican medical tourism hospitals meet US standards per Global Healthcare Accreditation.

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Infection rates in Tijuana dental clinics are under 1%, per ISO 9001 certifications.

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85% of Cancun cosmetic surgeons are board-certified by Mexican Council of Plastic Surgery.

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Readmission rates post-surgery in Mexico: 2.1%, vs US 2.5% average.

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All top 20 Mexican medical tourism hospitals have AAAAS accreditation.

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Mortality rate for cardiac surgery in Mexico: 1.2%, matching EU standards.

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95% patient safety score for Guadalajara fertility clinics, per ASRM guidelines.

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Los Algodones clinics achieve 99% sterilization compliance per CDC audits.

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Monterrey hospitals report 0.3% surgical site infections, below WHO benchmark.

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97% of Puerto Vallarta orthopedic centers certified by AAOS equivalents.

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Mexico City oncology facilities have 94% adherence to NCCN protocols.

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Overall satisfaction with quality: 96% among 50,000 surveyed tourists in 2023.

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89% of Mexican medical tourists rate post-op care as excellent.

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75% of US patients choose Mexico due to equivalent quality at lower cost.

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Reoperation rates: 1.8% in Mexico vs 2.3% US for cosmetics.

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100% of listed providers in Medical Tourism Association directory are vetted.

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93% compliance with HIPAA-equivalent privacy in Mexican clinics.

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Mexico ranks #1 in Latin America for medical tourism quality index 2023.

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65% of medical tourists to Mexico are from the United States, averaging 45-55 years old.

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92% of patients report high satisfaction with Mexican medical tourism experiences in 2023 surveys.

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Canadian patients comprise 18% of Mexico's medical tourists, mostly for dental work.

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Average length of stay for medical tourists in Mexico: 7-10 days, with 85% recommending.

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Women represent 62% of cosmetic surgery tourists to Mexico.

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78% of bariatric patients are aged 35-50 from North America.

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Repeat visitors: 35% of dental tourists return to Mexico within 2 years.

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Net Promoter Score for Mexican hospitals: 84/100 among 10,000 patients.

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55% of orthopedic tourists are retirees over 60 from US.

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Satisfaction with IVF outcomes: 89% in Mexico per patient reviews.

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42% of medical tourists to Mexico combine treatment with vacation.

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UK/EU patients: 8%, seeking cost-effective oncology care.

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96% would recommend Mexico for dental tourism per WhatClinic reviews.

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Average savings satisfaction: 94% report exceeding expectations.

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Middle-income earners (40-80k USD) form 70% of US tourists.

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Post-treatment complication satisfaction: 91% no issues reported.

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Family accompaniment: 25% of patients travel with relatives.

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88% overall service satisfaction in border town clinics.

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Young adults (25-34): 30% for cosmetics and fertility.

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In 2023, Mexico's medical tourism industry generated approximately $5.8 billion in revenue, marking a 22% year-over-year growth.

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The medical tourism market in Mexico is projected to reach $12.4 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 16.5% from 2024 onwards.

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Over 1.5 million international patients visited Mexico for medical treatments in 2022, primarily from the US and Canada.

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Mexico ranks as the second-largest medical tourism destination globally, capturing 15% of the worldwide market share in 2023.

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Dental tourism alone contributed $1.2 billion to Mexico's economy in 2023, with 500,000 procedures performed.

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From 2019 to 2023, medical tourism arrivals in Mexico increased by 35%, despite global pandemic disruptions.

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The sector employed over 120,000 people directly in Mexico's medical tourism industry as of 2023.

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Mexico's medical tourism exports grew by 18% annually between 2020 and 2023.

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In 2023, 60% of Mexico's medical tourists came for elective surgeries, boosting market size to $4.9 billion.

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Projections indicate 2.1 million medical tourists to Mexico by 2025, expanding the market by 25%.

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Cosmetic procedures accounted for 45% of medical tourism revenue in Mexico in 2022, totaling $2.6 billion.

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Mexico saw a 28% surge in bariatric surgery tourists in 2023, contributing $900 million.

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The overall medical tourism infrastructure in Mexico expanded by 40% from 2018 to 2023 with new JCI-accredited hospitals.

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In Q4 2023, monthly medical tourist inflows to Mexico averaged 140,000 patients.

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Mexico's medical tourism GDP contribution reached 1.2% in 2023.

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Orthopedic treatments drove 20% of market growth in Mexico, with $1.1 billion in 2023.

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Fertility tourism in Mexico grew 32% YoY in 2023, adding $450 million to the market.

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By 2030, Mexico's medical tourism market is forecasted to hit $18.7 billion.

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2023 saw Mexico host 25% more medical conferences, enhancing market visibility.

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Wellness tourism segment within medical tourism grew 15% to $800 million in Mexico 2023.

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In 2023, 70% of dental implants in Mexico were for medical tourists, totaling 350,000 procedures.

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Bariatric surgery represented 28% of all procedures for medical tourists in Mexico in 2022, with 120,000 gastric sleeves performed.

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Cosmetic surgeries like rhinoplasty numbered 85,000 cases among tourists in Mexico 2023.

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Tijuana performed 40% of Mexico's medical tourism dental procedures in 2023, over 200,000 cases.

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Cancun hosted 95,000 cosmetic surgery patients in 2023, focusing on breast augmentations.

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Mexico City led in oncology treatments for tourists, with 25,000 cases in 2023.

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Puerto Vallarta saw 60,000 orthopedic surgeries for medical tourists in 2023.

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IVF cycles in Guadalajara reached 18,000 for international patients in 2023.

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Los Algodones performed 150,000 dental cleanings and fillings for US tourists in 2023.

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Monterrey specialized in 35,000 cardiac procedures for medical tourists in 2023.

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Liposuction procedures in Mexico for tourists hit 110,000 in 2023, mostly in border cities.

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Facelifts numbered 45,000 among medical tourists in Mexico 2023.

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Hip replacements in Mexico reached 22,000 for international patients in 2023.

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Dental veneers: 250,000 installed for tourists in Mexico 2023.

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Gastric bypass surgeries: 75,000 performed in Mexico for foreigners 2023.

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Hair transplants: 40,000 procedures in Tijuana alone for tourists 2023.

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Tummy tucks: 65,000 cases in Mexican clinics for medical tourists 2023.

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Knee arthroscopies: 30,000 for international patients in 2023 Mexico.

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Full mouth dental restorations: 90,000 in Los Algodones 2023.

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Breast reductions: 28,000 procedures for tourists in Mexico 2023.

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Cataract surgeries: 15,000 eyes treated for medical tourists in Mexico 2023.

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Root canals: 180,000 performed on tourists in Mexico 2023.

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Dental bridges: 120,000 installed for international patients 2023.

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A gastric sleeve in Mexico costs 70% less than in the US, averaging $4,500 vs $15,000.

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Dental implants in Mexico average $1,100 per tooth, 65% cheaper than US $3,200.

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Rhinoplasty savings: 60-75% less in Mexico at $3,500 vs $9,000 in USA.

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Hip replacement costs $12,000 in Mexico vs $40,000 in US, 70% savings.

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Breast augmentation: $3,800 in Mexico, 68% less than $12,000 US average.

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Full mouth dental restoration: $12,000 in Mexico vs $45,000 USA, 73% cheaper.

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Liposuction: $2,500 in Mexico, 75% savings over $10,000 US.

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IVF cycle costs 50-60% less in Mexico at $5,500 vs $14,000 US.

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Facelift: $4,000 Mexico vs $12,500 USA, 68% reduction.

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Knee replacement: $15,000 Mexico, 65% cheaper than $42,000 US.

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Tummy tuck: $4,200 Mexico vs $11,500 USA, 63% savings.

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Hair transplant: $2,900 Mexico, 70% less than $10,000 US.

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Root canal: $350 Mexico vs $1,200 USA, 71% cheaper.

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Dental veneers: $250 per tooth Mexico, 75% savings vs $1,000 US.

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Cataract surgery: $2,200 per eye Mexico, 67% less than $6,700 US.

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Breast lift: $3,900 Mexico vs $10,200 USA, 62% savings.

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Gastric bypass: $5,500 Mexico, 72% cheaper than $20,000 US.

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Dental crowns: $300 Mexico vs $1,300 USA, 77% savings.

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Orthopedic spine surgery: $18,000 Mexico vs $55,000 US, 67% less.

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Imagine a second home for healthcare, where world-class treatment meets world-famous hospitality, and over 1.5 million international patients a year are discovering that Mexico isn't just a vacation paradise but a global leader in medical excellence, projected to become a $12.4 billion industry by 2028.

Key Takeaways

In 2023, Mexico's medical tourism industry generated approximately $5.8 billion in revenue, marking a 22% year-over-year growth.
The medical tourism market in Mexico is projected to reach $12.4 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 16.5% from 2024 onwards.
Over 1.5 million international patients visited Mexico for medical treatments in 2022, primarily from the US and Canada.
In 2023, 70% of dental implants in Mexico were for medical tourists, totaling 350,000 procedures.
Bariatric surgery represented 28% of all procedures for medical tourists in Mexico in 2022, with 120,000 gastric sleeves performed.
Cosmetic surgeries like rhinoplasty numbered 85,000 cases among tourists in Mexico 2023.
A gastric sleeve in Mexico costs 70% less than in the US, averaging $4,500 vs $15,000.
Dental implants in Mexico average $1,100 per tooth, 65% cheaper than US $3,200.
Rhinoplasty savings: 60-75% less in Mexico at $3,500 vs $9,000 in USA.
92% of JCI-accredited hospitals in Mexico perform medical tourism procedures successfully.
Mexico has 120+ JCI-accredited facilities, highest in Latin America for medical tourism.
Complication rates for bariatric surgery in Mexico are 0.5%, comparable to US 0.6%.
65% of medical tourists to Mexico are from the United States, averaging 45-55 years old.
92% of patients report high satisfaction with Mexican medical tourism experiences in 2023 surveys.
Canadian patients comprise 18% of Mexico's medical tourists, mostly for dental work.

Mexico's booming medical tourism industry offers high-quality, affordable care to international patients.

Accreditations and Quality

92% of JCI-accredited hospitals in Mexico perform medical tourism procedures successfully.
Mexico has 120+ JCI-accredited facilities, highest in Latin America for medical tourism.
Complication rates for bariatric surgery in Mexico are 0.5%, comparable to US 0.6%.
98% of Mexican medical tourism hospitals meet US standards per Global Healthcare Accreditation.
Infection rates in Tijuana dental clinics are under 1%, per ISO 9001 certifications.
85% of Cancun cosmetic surgeons are board-certified by Mexican Council of Plastic Surgery.
Readmission rates post-surgery in Mexico: 2.1%, vs US 2.5% average.
All top 20 Mexican medical tourism hospitals have AAAAS accreditation.
Mortality rate for cardiac surgery in Mexico: 1.2%, matching EU standards.
95% patient safety score for Guadalajara fertility clinics, per ASRM guidelines.
Los Algodones clinics achieve 99% sterilization compliance per CDC audits.
Monterrey hospitals report 0.3% surgical site infections, below WHO benchmark.
97% of Puerto Vallarta orthopedic centers certified by AAOS equivalents.
Mexico City oncology facilities have 94% adherence to NCCN protocols.
Overall satisfaction with quality: 96% among 50,000 surveyed tourists in 2023.
89% of Mexican medical tourists rate post-op care as excellent.
75% of US patients choose Mexico due to equivalent quality at lower cost.
Reoperation rates: 1.8% in Mexico vs 2.3% US for cosmetics.
100% of listed providers in Medical Tourism Association directory are vetted.
93% compliance with HIPAA-equivalent privacy in Mexican clinics.
Mexico ranks #1 in Latin America for medical tourism quality index 2023.

Accreditations and Quality Interpretation

While the prices are a powerful lure, Mexico's medical tourism dominance is built on a less glamorous but far more compelling statistic: a mountain of accredited data proving their care isn't just cheaper, it's often statistically indistinguishable from—and sometimes superior to—what you'd find back home.

Demographics and Satisfaction

65% of medical tourists to Mexico are from the United States, averaging 45-55 years old.
92% of patients report high satisfaction with Mexican medical tourism experiences in 2023 surveys.
Canadian patients comprise 18% of Mexico's medical tourists, mostly for dental work.
Average length of stay for medical tourists in Mexico: 7-10 days, with 85% recommending.
Women represent 62% of cosmetic surgery tourists to Mexico.
78% of bariatric patients are aged 35-50 from North America.
Repeat visitors: 35% of dental tourists return to Mexico within 2 years.
Net Promoter Score for Mexican hospitals: 84/100 among 10,000 patients.
55% of orthopedic tourists are retirees over 60 from US.
Satisfaction with IVF outcomes: 89% in Mexico per patient reviews.
42% of medical tourists to Mexico combine treatment with vacation.
UK/EU patients: 8%, seeking cost-effective oncology care.
96% would recommend Mexico for dental tourism per WhatClinic reviews.
Average savings satisfaction: 94% report exceeding expectations.
Middle-income earners (40-80k USD) form 70% of US tourists.
Post-treatment complication satisfaction: 91% no issues reported.
Family accompaniment: 25% of patients travel with relatives.
88% overall service satisfaction in border town clinics.
Young adults (25-34): 30% for cosmetics and fertility.

Demographics and Satisfaction Interpretation

While our southern neighbor's healthcare system may often be a political football in the U.S., these figures suggest that for a growing cohort of forty-something middle-class Americans, the practical calculus of quality, cost, and a side of vacation in Mexico is proving to be a very satisfying prescription.

Market Growth and Size

In 2023, Mexico's medical tourism industry generated approximately $5.8 billion in revenue, marking a 22% year-over-year growth.
The medical tourism market in Mexico is projected to reach $12.4 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 16.5% from 2024 onwards.
Over 1.5 million international patients visited Mexico for medical treatments in 2022, primarily from the US and Canada.
Mexico ranks as the second-largest medical tourism destination globally, capturing 15% of the worldwide market share in 2023.
Dental tourism alone contributed $1.2 billion to Mexico's economy in 2023, with 500,000 procedures performed.
From 2019 to 2023, medical tourism arrivals in Mexico increased by 35%, despite global pandemic disruptions.
The sector employed over 120,000 people directly in Mexico's medical tourism industry as of 2023.
Mexico's medical tourism exports grew by 18% annually between 2020 and 2023.
In 2023, 60% of Mexico's medical tourists came for elective surgeries, boosting market size to $4.9 billion.
Projections indicate 2.1 million medical tourists to Mexico by 2025, expanding the market by 25%.
Cosmetic procedures accounted for 45% of medical tourism revenue in Mexico in 2022, totaling $2.6 billion.
Mexico saw a 28% surge in bariatric surgery tourists in 2023, contributing $900 million.
The overall medical tourism infrastructure in Mexico expanded by 40% from 2018 to 2023 with new JCI-accredited hospitals.
In Q4 2023, monthly medical tourist inflows to Mexico averaged 140,000 patients.
Mexico's medical tourism GDP contribution reached 1.2% in 2023.
Orthopedic treatments drove 20% of market growth in Mexico, with $1.1 billion in 2023.
Fertility tourism in Mexico grew 32% YoY in 2023, adding $450 million to the market.
By 2030, Mexico's medical tourism market is forecasted to hit $18.7 billion.
2023 saw Mexico host 25% more medical conferences, enhancing market visibility.
Wellness tourism segment within medical tourism grew 15% to $800 million in Mexico 2023.

Market Growth and Size Interpretation

Mexico's medical tourism industry is growing so rapidly that it's practically performing its own cosmetic surgery on the national economy, with a projected $18.7 billion face-lift by 2030.

Popular Treatments

In 2023, 70% of dental implants in Mexico were for medical tourists, totaling 350,000 procedures.
Bariatric surgery represented 28% of all procedures for medical tourists in Mexico in 2022, with 120,000 gastric sleeves performed.
Cosmetic surgeries like rhinoplasty numbered 85,000 cases among tourists in Mexico 2023.
Tijuana performed 40% of Mexico's medical tourism dental procedures in 2023, over 200,000 cases.
Cancun hosted 95,000 cosmetic surgery patients in 2023, focusing on breast augmentations.
Mexico City led in oncology treatments for tourists, with 25,000 cases in 2023.
Puerto Vallarta saw 60,000 orthopedic surgeries for medical tourists in 2023.
IVF cycles in Guadalajara reached 18,000 for international patients in 2023.
Los Algodones performed 150,000 dental cleanings and fillings for US tourists in 2023.
Monterrey specialized in 35,000 cardiac procedures for medical tourists in 2023.
Liposuction procedures in Mexico for tourists hit 110,000 in 2023, mostly in border cities.
Facelifts numbered 45,000 among medical tourists in Mexico 2023.
Hip replacements in Mexico reached 22,000 for international patients in 2023.
Dental veneers: 250,000 installed for tourists in Mexico 2023.
Gastric bypass surgeries: 75,000 performed in Mexico for foreigners 2023.
Hair transplants: 40,000 procedures in Tijuana alone for tourists 2023.
Tummy tucks: 65,000 cases in Mexican clinics for medical tourists 2023.
Knee arthroscopies: 30,000 for international patients in 2023 Mexico.
Full mouth dental restorations: 90,000 in Los Algodones 2023.
Breast reductions: 28,000 procedures for tourists in Mexico 2023.
Cataract surgeries: 15,000 eyes treated for medical tourists in Mexico 2023.
Root canals: 180,000 performed on tourists in Mexico 2023.
Dental bridges: 120,000 installed for international patients 2023.

Popular Treatments Interpretation

The numbers reveal a country not just filling cavities and lifting faces, but strategically reshaping its border towns into specialized, high-volume hubs for American patients seeking everything from new smiles to new knees at a fraction of the cost back home.

Savings and Costs

A gastric sleeve in Mexico costs 70% less than in the US, averaging $4,500 vs $15,000.
Dental implants in Mexico average $1,100 per tooth, 65% cheaper than US $3,200.
Rhinoplasty savings: 60-75% less in Mexico at $3,500 vs $9,000 in USA.
Hip replacement costs $12,000 in Mexico vs $40,000 in US, 70% savings.
Breast augmentation: $3,800 in Mexico, 68% less than $12,000 US average.
Full mouth dental restoration: $12,000 in Mexico vs $45,000 USA, 73% cheaper.
Liposuction: $2,500 in Mexico, 75% savings over $10,000 US.
IVF cycle costs 50-60% less in Mexico at $5,500 vs $14,000 US.
Facelift: $4,000 Mexico vs $12,500 USA, 68% reduction.
Knee replacement: $15,000 Mexico, 65% cheaper than $42,000 US.
Tummy tuck: $4,200 Mexico vs $11,500 USA, 63% savings.
Hair transplant: $2,900 Mexico, 70% less than $10,000 US.
Root canal: $350 Mexico vs $1,200 USA, 71% cheaper.
Dental veneers: $250 per tooth Mexico, 75% savings vs $1,000 US.
Cataract surgery: $2,200 per eye Mexico, 67% less than $6,700 US.
Breast lift: $3,900 Mexico vs $10,200 USA, 62% savings.
Gastric bypass: $5,500 Mexico, 72% cheaper than $20,000 US.
Dental crowns: $300 Mexico vs $1,300 USA, 77% savings.
Orthopedic spine surgery: $18,000 Mexico vs $55,000 US, 67% less.

Savings and Costs Interpretation

The statistics paint a compelling picture of American healthcare: where a patient's dream of a new hip or a perfect smile can be financially crippling in the US, it's often just a reasonably priced flight to Mexico away.

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