


Cataract surgery with IOL replacement in Hospital de la Familia
About the clinic
Cataract surgery with IOL replacement is available at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali, Mexico. The procedure may cost around $2,900 per eye. The clinic is led by Dr. Roberto Aguilar, an ophthalmologist with 32 years of experience performing over 900 procedures.
Procedure Details
This surgery replaces the cloudy natural lens with an artificial one. The implant used is a multifocal IOL. It corrects both far and near vision. Patients typically stay one day in the hospital. Recommended total stay is 3-5 nights including hotel accommodation.
What's Included
- Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
- Multifocal IOL for far and near vision
- 1 day hospital stay
- MRI diagnostics if needed
The price does not cover airfare or hotel stays. Patients get detailed post-op care instructions. Full recovery requires avoiding air travel right after surgery.
About the Doctor and Clinic
Dr. Aguilar specializes in cataract procedures. The clinic is accredited by Mexican ophthalmology authorities. It has a 4.5 rating from patients. Located just 200 yards from the US border, it serves mainly American patients.
Hospital de la Familia offers private rooms and modern facilities. For accurate pricing, an in-person consultation is required.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Tumor Marker Blood Test | $100 - $200 | |
| Angiography | $1000 - $1500 | |
| Biopsy | $2500 - $3000 |
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Hospital de la Familia: more details about the clinic
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.
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