What Should You Know about Mexico before the Trip?

CurrencyMexican peso (you also can pay for services in dollars)Best period for the tripDecember-AprilLanguageSpanish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)Visarequired for some countriesTime difference with Europe7 hoursTime difference with the USA1 hourCapitalMexico CityMedical tourism centerMexico CityPopular resortsCentral and Southern Mexico

What hotel services are provided here?

In Mexico, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.

What Documents Are Required to Apply for a Visa to Mexico for Treatment?

Visas for travel to Mexico require a number of documents. Lists of documents includes:ID cardconfirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnairecertificate of income and availability of fundsinsurance policy for a stay in Mexico (original and copy)2 photos (5x6)visa receiptbooking of flight and hotelmedical opinion about the need for treatment.

Why is Mexico Trendy for Medical Tourism?

Mexico is also a well-known country globally due to high-skilled doctors that undergo internships in American and European institutions. Patients from the USA and Canada prefer treatment in Mexico to other places. Highly developed medical centers and first-rate therapeutic services at affordable prices attract people from all over the world. Over 1 mln international patients travel to Mexico annually. So Mexico is among Top 10 countries with the most developed medical tourism sector. Mexico is a top destination for medical tourists because of low-costs. You may save up to 60% on services compared to Canada or the USA due to the average local citizens' income and general price policy within the country.

Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Epilepsy treatment in Mexico 2024

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Epilepsy Treatment Overview in Mexico

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What's the Cost of Epilepsy Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures in Mexico? Find Out Now

updated 5/1/2024

The average price for Epilepsy diagnostic and treatment in Mexico is $115945, the minimum price is $115945, and the maximum price is $115945.

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	United States of America	Turkey	Mexico
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery	-	from $21000	-
Multiple subpial transections	-	from $10000	-
Stereotaxic surgeries	-	from $4750	from $23356
Vagus nerve stimulation	-	from $24000	-
Surgical treatment of epilepsy	-	from $23780	-
Extended analysis of blood	from $250	from $3219	-
Doppler sonography (ultrasonography, duplex angioscanning) vessels	-	from $60	-
Consultation with a neurologist	-	from $2000	-
Genetic screening	-	from $200	-
Electroneurography	-	-	-
Brain MRI with contrast	-	from $108	-
Pharmacogenetic studies	-	-	-
EEG wakefulness to sleep transition	-	from $25500	-
Visual Evoked Potentials (VEP-test)	-	-	-
Complex diagnostics of epilepsy	-	from $2000	-
CT of the paranasal sinuses	-	from $33	-
Online Consultation with Epileptologist	-	from $80	-
The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor.

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Discover the Best Epilepsy Clinics in Mexico: 2 Verified Options and Prices

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Mexico, Puerto Vallarta

1. Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine

5.0

1 review

100% patients recommend

2. Stem Solutions

92% patients recommend

Get a Medical Assessment for Epilepsy Treatment in Mexico: Select Your Expert from 4 Experienced Doctors

Mexico, Puerto Vallarta

Ernesto Romero

Regenerative medicine specialist

21 years of experience

Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine

EDUCATIONGraduated in General Medicine at Universidad Autónoma de Nayarit in Mexico Training in Forensic Medicine at Jalisco Institute of Forensic Sciences in Mexico Training in Regenerative Geriatric Medicine at Nordic University Master’s Degree in Regenerative Medicine at Universidad Catolica de Murcia in Madrid, Spain Training in Regenerative Medicine at Nordic University EXPERIENCEFounder of the biotechnological institute “Bioplenum S.A de C.V” Collaborated in clinical protocols in Lyon, France, with Dr. Lourdes Sagnard Clinical researcher in many protocols involving mesenchymal stem cells to treat autoimmune and chronic degenerative diseases, including: diabetes, asthma, ischemic events, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), arthritis, kidney failure, lupus, aesthetic facial regeneration, and as an anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory agent ACCOLADESHemoFenix France representative in Mexico and Latin America Kimicor Pharma representative at the Italian laboratory in Mexico Krebs International, General Director for the company located in Bulgaria General Director for Immunotherapy for México A.C. foundation

5.0

Excellent score

1 patient verified reviews

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Mexico, Mexico City

Alfonso Arellano Reynoso

Neurosurgeon

18 years of experience

DioMed Hospital

El Dr. Alfonso Arellano Reynoso, médico especialista en Neurocirugía del Hospital DioMed. Se formó como Médico Cirujano en la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. Realizó la especialidad en Neurocirugía en la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México y cuenta con una subespecialidad en Neurocirugía Funcional y Estereotáxica por la Universidad de París VI.

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Mexico, Cancun

Agustin Novas

Neurologist

32 years of experience

Cellular Hope Institute

4.5

Good

3 patient verified reviews

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FAQ about Epilepsy Treatment in Mexico

What does determine the epilepsy treatment cost?

The epilepsy treatment cost depends on what therapeutic method a patient will undergo — medication therapy or surgery.

Before prescribing the therapy, an epileptologist carry out a complete examination of a patient. For example, specialists in the Teknon Epilepsy Institute provide electroencephalography (EEG) monitoring for 3 days.

During the procedure, a patient receives antiepileptic drugs. The doctor can immediately track the effect of drugs on the brain, replace it or adjust the dose. If the drugs do not work, an epileptologist send a patient for the surgery.

What method of epilepsy treatment cost higher?

70% of people with epilepsy receive medication treatments. The medication treatment cost is rather lower than surgery, because there is no intervention. However, a patient have to buy the drugs after they run out.

What does the epilepsy surgery cost depend on?

The epilepsy surgery cost depends on:

type of surgery
kind of technology
location of clinic
experience of a surgeon.

What does affect the epilepsy surgery cost most of all?

What is the epilepsy surgery cost? — one of the most crucial questions for people requiring this treatment option.

The exact price for operation varies in different countries and medical facilities. The average cost depends on:

price policy within the state
hospital brand recognition
neurosurgeon's experience
volume and complexity of surgery.

Except for these factors, some additional aspects may increase or reduce the epilepsy treatment cost. Among them is the type of ward, meals, interpreter service, etc. Each patient may agree or refuse these services.

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