Every year millions of international tourists travel to Puerto Vallarta for its vast beaches, diverse culture, and affordable healthcare. At nearly a third of the cost for medical procedures compared to the U.S. and Canada, Puerto Vallarta’s reputation has attracted the most prestigious doctors and developed top-of-the-line medical facilities. It’s no wonder why the sudden spike in medical tourism has started throughout all of Mexico’s most popular locations.
Medical Procedures in Puerto Vallarta
With low-cost healthcare, Puerto Vallarta’s economy thrives in offering similar procedures as the United States at a fraction of the price. In-demand medical treatments that Vallarta offers include;
- Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery: Breast augmentation, Brazilian butt lift (BBL), body contouring, anti-aging treatments, liposuction, and tummy tuck.
- Dentistry: Dental veneers, implants, crowns, root canals, and periodontics.
- Neurosurgery: Brain surgery, brachial plexus surgery, brain aneurysm surgery, lumbar spine and fusion, and peripheral nerve surgery.
- Bariatric Surgery: Gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, duodenal switch, gastric banding, and revision surgeries
- Orthopedics: Spinal surgery, limb lengthening, ankle replacement, shoulder replacement, knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, and other treatments for osteoarthritis conditions.
Why Puerto Vallarta is a Good Destination for Medical Tourism
Puerto Vallarta is now considered a world-renowned health sector since its medical facilities offer a wide range of highly competitive specialties and services, both in quality and price. Vallarta is also known for hosting medical conventions, international medical professionals, and the upcoming 30th International Congress of Endoscopic Surgery 2023.
Flying in to Puerto Vallarta
The international airport of Puerto Vallarta, also known as the Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz (code: PVR), is well connected with North America’s most popular airports, both in the U.S. and Canada.
Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport
Carretera a Tepic Km 7.5
Área Militar de Vallarta
48311 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Flights are typically scheduled for arrival from major U.S. cities such as;
- Dallas
- Chicago
- Houston
- Denver
- Los Angeles
Canada is also known to have flights arriving from;
- Vancouver
- Toronto
- Edmonton
- Calgary
- Montreal.
Places to Stay
Whether you are planning on staying a week or longer, there are many ways to enjoy your stay, either with a hotel room with its added amenities or a neighborhood that can provide a memorable stay at a local Airbnb. Many hotels are near the main beaches, making it a breeze to move around the city’s main attraction. Some Airbnbs is also conveniently near the beaches and downtown areas known for their nightlife and exclusive shopping experiences.
- Air BnB
- Hotels
- Rental Properties
Regardless of what you choose, here is a helpful guide when choosing your stay.
Safety
Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta (Neighboring city) are not included in the U.S. State Department Travel Warnings or any international warnings. No tourist incidents have been reported in the last couple of years, earning it the safest city in Mexico from the National Public Urban Security survey. Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta are two beautiful cities near the Mexican coast where tourists can feel at ease and unwind while enjoying the hospitable ambiance.
Embassies, Consulates, or Consular Agencies for U.S. and Canadian Citizens
U.S. Consulate in Nuevo Vallarta
Paseo de los Cocoteros Sur #85
Paradise Plaza
Interior Local L-7
Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit 63732
From Mexico: (55) 8526-2561
From the United States: 1-844-528-6611
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio 2485
Plaza Peninsula
Local Sub F
Zona Hotelera Norte
48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, México
Telephone: +52 55-5724-9799
Fax: +52 322-293-2894
Email: pvrta@international.gc.ca
Puerto Vallarta Bariatric Facilities: