Tijuana, Mexico is the capital of medical tourism for bariatrics and plastics procedures. Patients traveling here for their procedures can feel confident in their safety and do not need a companion. However, some choose to bring a travel partner for support and companionship. For those who prefer it, we offer the option to add a travel companion to their surgery package, providing extra comfort during this life-changing journey.
Don’t worry if you do not have a companion. You are not alone!
A short 20 minute drive from the San Diego International Airport
Many Patients Prefer Traveling Alone!
For many people, it is easier to go alone since there is one less person to worry about. They find having a companion more stressful or difficult than traveling alone.
“I will say all I worried about was Sean (her companion). Had I been alone, I could have focused on myself and resting and walking. The more walking you do post-op, the better you get,” states Jay, MBC’s patient. (View her success story here.)
Bringing a companion can be a great source of support, but going solo has its perks too. You’ll have less to worry about, which can make things feel a lot simpler. Plus, you’ll save some money by not covering extra costs for a companion.
Finding a Surgery Buddy
Once you’ve booked your surgery date and have joined our Facebook support group, it can be helpful to see if any others in the support group have the same surgery date. We also have monthly groups that our Facebook admins can add you to once you have joined. This is a great chance to start building connections and messaging others. By the time you get to Tijuana to undergo surgery, you will have a friend who is there for the same reason as you.
Our Staff is With You Every Step of the Way
From your arrival in San Diego to when you head back home, our staff will be there to help you. From our drivers to the hospital staff and the hotel coordinator, our team is here to answer questions and take you through the process.
The goal of our surgeons and staff is to make sure you get a safe and comfortable experience throughout your surgery, recovery, travel, hotel stay, and hospital stay.
Hospital Azar
Patient Experience
Tips for Traveling Solo
When preparing for your stay at Mexico Bariatric Center, we suggest packing light and keeping only the essentials. For your peace of mind, Hospital Azar offers a safe deposit box in the patient rooms where you can securely store your belongings during your surgery and recovery. The hotel will also provide an in-room safe for extra convenience if needed. As you head back home, we recommend arranging wheelchair assistance at the airport to make your travel smoother.
Remember to take lots of pictures throughout your weight loss journey! We’d love to hear your story, so feel free to share it in our Facebook support group or tag us on Instagram @mexicobariatriccenter. Always remember, we are here to help if you need anything along the way.
Overall Safety in Tijuana
Some worry about safety in Tijuana, but it is, in fact, a safe and affordable place to travel to for surgery.
Our staff and past patients are the best people to ask about what it’s really like in Tijuana. They’ve been through the experience themselves and can give you honest, firsthand insights about our company and services.
What makes us truly special is our close relationship with former patients, who help ensure you have the best experience possible. Many of them have joined the MBC family, sharing their personal stories and offering guidance to those starting their own weight loss journeys.
Helping Thousands of Patients
We have helped thousands of patients undergo weight loss surgery who may or may not have had a companion at their side. Some of them do get nervous about traveling alone and are pleasantly relieved at how smooth the process is when they return home. While we offer the ability to bring a companion, we have structured our process so that you are in good hands even when you are on your own.
If you have any questions about our services and process, you are welcome to submit a question on our contact page or call us at 855-768-7247
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Will I need a passport
Hi Malin, a passport is recommended but patients have been able to use a valid Driver’s License/ID Card AND an original U.S. Birth Certificate (no copies). Here are full list of alternatives you can use instead of a passport: https://mexicobariatriccenter.com/faq-items/do-i-need-a-passport-or-documents/