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Arm lift (brachioplasty) in Hospital de la Familia

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Doctor 4.5
Facilities 4.4
Staff 4.4
Language assistance 4.0
Support 4.1
2903 patients
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Joaquin Ayala Del Muro
Joaquin Ayala Del Muro
Leading doctor for Plastic Surgery
33 years of experience
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About the clinic

Arm lift (brachioplasty) at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali, Mexico typically costs around $4,200. The procedure is performed by Dr. Joaquin Ayala Del Muro, a board-certified plastic surgeon with _doctor_8999_years_ of experience and over 7,000 procedures performed.

About the Procedure

Brachioplasty removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms. This creates a more toned appearance. The standard surgical technique requires one night in the hospital. Patients typically stay in Mexico for four days total.

What's Included

  • All surgical and hospital fees
  • Pre-op tests (blood work, EKG, cardiologist evaluation)
  • 1 night hospital stay
  • Post-surgery medications and compression garment
  • Transport from San Diego/Calexico

About the Surgeon

Dr. Ayala trained under Professor Ivo Pitanguy in Rio de Janeiro. He holds certification from the Mexican Board of Plastic Surgery. His practice maintains a zero fatalities record over three decades.

Clinic Options

Patients may choose between locations in Mexicali ($5,600) or partner clinics in Tijuana ($4,370-$4,500). All options include the same standard of care. The Mexicali facility is just 200 yards from the US border.

Interested patients can request a consultation to discuss their specific needs. The clinic provides personalized treatment plans for each case.

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Treatments prices in the clinic

Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Plastic Surgery
treatment Price
Arm lift (brachioplasty) $2860 - $5400
Rhinoplasty (nose job) Price on request
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hospital accreditations of quality

Consejo de Salubridad General certificate for Hospital de la Familia
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MX, Consejo de Salubridad General certificate for Hospital de la Familia
Consejo Mexicano de Oftalmología certificate for Hospital de la Familia
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MX, Consejo Mexicano de Oftalmología certificate for Hospital de la Familia

Hospital de la Familia: more details about the clinic

Mexico, Mexicali

The Family Hospital is a modern medical facility located just 200 yards south of the U.S. border in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico. Equipped with advanced technology and modern operating rooms, it is considered one of the safest and most reliable centers for surgical procedures in the region.

The hospital features 28 private rooms, 4 operating rooms, an imaging center, a 24/7 cafeteria, private parking, and a chapel. Since establishing its medical tourism department in 2009, The Family Hospital has treated thousands of international patients and has become one of Mexico’s leading destinations for medical travelers.

It has been featured in major international media outlets, including The New York Times, CNN, Chicago Tribune, San Diego Tribune, Univision, China News, and French TV.

Additionally, the AURA Health Center in Tijuana, Mexico, provides access to the same network of surgeons.

Additional services
Transfer
Airport to clinic
$150 - $380
Clinic to airport
$150 - $380
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Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
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Hospital de la Familia overall rate includes
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Support

Anonymous • Arm lift (brachioplasty) United States of America

Oct 10, 2026
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I was very comfortable and felt like the staff really cared about me

During my consultation, the surgeon personally did the markings and was very honest about where the scars from my full arm lift would be and their visibility. The procedure went well. The staff was excellent. They all took very good care of me including the recovery, and I was very comfortable and felt like the staff really cared about me. I am recovering from the surgery on both arms and feeling better than expected. The clinic has stayed in touch with a clear aftercare guide and is easy to reach. My only point for improvement would be pre-operative communication; for example, I didn’t realize I would be spending the night in the facility. A quick review of those key details beforehand would be helpful. The only additional cost was for my compression sleeve, which I was advised of in advance.
The staff was excellent. The procedure went very well and they all took very good care of me including the recovery. I was very comfortable and I felt like the staff really cared about me
I don’t know if this was part of the clinic’s responsibility but I didn’t have a lot of information beforehand. For example, I didn’t realize I would be spending the night in the facility. This could be my fault for not reading the instructions adequately but I don’t remember anyone pointing this out. It would be a good idea maybe just to go over those things with someone like me

Celia Castillo • Arm lift (brachioplasty) United States of America

Sep 19, 2023
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I like how fast and easy it was from the start. The surgical facility was small but worked fine. I did not like the post op care. The night nurse was terrible. Her patients were not a priority. Post op care was not made clear. I would have preferred more detailed instructions on after care. I was left guessing about bandages, sprays, medications and scar treatment. Doctor repaired a hernia, of which I was grateful, but would have preferred to have price list in case this occurred so I could have been prepared financially. I felt like price was just made up. So I don't know if I was overcharged. I liked Mexicali as it was a nice quiet clean town. All in all experience was not bad and the price was affordable.
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Bookimed team was quick to respond. They were professional in getting me several quotes for procedures. I am grateful for their assistance.

Anonymous • Arm lift (brachioplasty) United States of America

Jun 23, 2026
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it was the best

I give rate more the 5 I love it they cared so much about everything it was the best I will thank everyone that took care of me the best care doctors nurses and all ❤️❤️❤️

Sarah Lorenz • Arm lift (brachioplasty) United States of America

Jun 13, 2024
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