2012 February | Mexico Health - Part 2

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Arthroscopy Surgery for Rotator Cuff Tear and Shoulder Instability, Mexico Orthopedic Surgeon
Posted by: Kimberly on February 20th, 2012	no responses.
This video shows a leading orthopedic surgeon from Mexico talking about arthroscopic surgery for shoulder problems – rotator cuff tear and shoulder instability. Following is the video narration. “For the shoulder problems, one of the disease can also be addressed with arthroscopy. We have a, two types of patients that we see for arthroscopic procedures on the shoulder. One of them is the instability, the patient, the one that has a recurrent dislocation of their shoulder and needs to be treated with surgical procedures that can be done with arthroscopic surgery. The other one which is the most common that we see here in our practice is the person with the degenerative procedure that affects their rotator cuff. The rotator cuff is the, it’s a series of tendons that give motion to the elbow. At some point that can have an inflammation impingement and a tear and may need a surgical procedure to suture the tendon or to relieve it from any …. that may be giving the problem. This can also be addressed with a surgical procedure with arthroscopy and that will help us with very quick recovery, basically no pain, practically and small incisions. The patients that are treated with arthroscopic procedures for this type of disease generally start moving their elbow, their shoulder immediately after surgery as well. Only in such cases in which we need to do large … or suture then we leave the patient immobilised for a certain period of time and then start with the mobilisation process. But that’s one of the main issue that we do address with arthroscopic procedures, the rotator cuff repair or decompression.” Due to the affordable cost, cutting edge technology at Mexico hospitals and highly skilled surgeons, many people are flying down to the country for their treatment. Along with the quality treatment, one can also avail discount surgeries in Mexico. Submit the free request quote form on the right for more information on shoulder arthroscopis procedures for rotator cuff repair and shoulder instability.


Hip Replacement Surgery Types & Indications – Ciudad Juarez, Mexico
Posted by: Harriet on February 16th, 2012	no responses.
This video shows a leading orthopedic surgeon in Mexico discussion about the indications and types of hip replacement surgery. Following is the video narration. “In hip replacement it’s as the knee replacement, the indications for this procedure are the wear of the cartilage of the hip joint. We have had the opportunity to do some training in hip surgery in Baltimore, Maryland. And we have a lot of experience here from our lots of patients because it’s one of the …. conditions that we see in our office – the joint wear. As it happens with the knee we just need to replace a worn out surface with the brand new surface that’s smooth again and that’s what eliminates pain. Hip replacement procedure is specifically is very noble, in the means that the patient will stop having pain immediately after the surgery. The patient really notices the difference once the joint replacement has been done. We generally as we do with the knee replacement. We take the sutures off, 2-3 weeks after the surgery and that’s when we start with the intensive rehab program but still the patient that gets operative for hip replacement is also going to start moving out walking right after the surgery. There are different types of hip replacement such as we have a cemented hip replacement which we use on older patients and we have the non-cemented hip replacement, that’s what we use on the younger patients. The non-cemented, it’s aim is to preserve as much bone as we can so that in further times if there is a need of doing the revision, we have a good bone stalk to work on. So there are different types of joint replacements. But mainly the indication as it is in the knee replacement, is to eliminate the pain which is the main reason why the patient is coming to us.” Mexico hospitals are well equipped with the cutting edge technology. The surgeons are highly skilled and treatment cost is much affordable than the western countries. No wonder why patients across the globe are flying down to Mexico for plastic surgeries, bariatric surgeries, dental and other medical treatments. Submit the free quote request form on the right for more information on hip replacement surgery in Mexico.


Tijuana Dental Clinic – Mexico
Posted by: Shirley on February 15th, 2012	no responses.
Below is a wide shot of the beautiful building of a leading dental clinic in Tijuana, Mexico, located very close to San Diego. Many Americans and Canadians seek treatments like dental crowns and bridges, RCTs, dentures, and dental implants in Tijuana, Mexico, because of their easy availability ans significantly lower cost.


Carpel Tunnel Syndrome & Ganglion Cyst Removal Surgery in Mexico
Posted by: Shirley on February 15th, 2012	no responses.
This video by a leading orthopedic surgeon in Mexico discusses about carpel tunnel syndrome and ganglion cyst removal surgery in Mexico. Following is the video narration. “The hand procedures that we most commonly do here is the carpel tunnel procedure, liberation, and the ganglion cyst resection. These are 2 procedures that are done, as an outpatient basis we can do this with regional and local anaesthesia and the recovery is immediately after the surgery and the patient can leave to their home or their wherever they are staying. These are procedures that are indicated when the patient is experiencing pain and difficulty to do their functional activities so these are the most common procedures on hand.” The surgeon specializes in orthopedic surgeries like knee replacement, hip replacement and shoulder reconstruction. With the latest technology at Mexico hospitals and highly skilled surgeons, many people consider it as their treatment destination. With the quality treatment, one can also avail discount surgeries in Mexico. Submit the free request quote form on the right for more information on carpal tunnel syndrome and ganglion cyst removal surgery in Mexico.


Dental Implants Los Algodones – Mexico
Posted by: Shirley on February 13th, 2012	no responses.
If you want to replace missing teeth or badly fitted dentures, getting dental implants in Los Algodones, a Mexican border town could be an affordable option. Well-established dental professionals and topnotch dental clinics make Los Algodones a popular option for dental care in Mexico. A report published in 2010 by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) titled Dental Insurance for Persons under Age 65 Years with Private Health Insurance: United States, 2008 stated that nearly 45 million Americans do not have dental coverage. With such statistics, one can see why people seek remedies for their teeth-related problems by going to cities like Los Algodones for getting dental implants in Mexico. Those who don’t want to get into the interiors of the Latin American country can opt for getting dental implants in US-Mexico border area. What are Dental Implants? Dental implants are substitutes for rotted or injured tooth roots. They act as the foundation upon which fixed or removable replacement teeth are placed. Dental implants improve the appearance of your mouth, make it easier to eat and speak, improve oral hygiene and eliminate the embarrassment of removing your dentures and the hassle of dealing with messy dental adhesives. According to WebMD’s oral health resource, the success or failure of teeth implants depends on where they are placed in the jaw. Nonetheless, their success rates can be an impressive 98%. Why Get Dental Implants in Los Algodones A 2009 study by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research estimated that nearly 1 million residents of California went for healthcare to Mexico. A number of these medical tourists were seeking cheap dental implants in Mexico. There are many advantages of getting dental implants in Los Algodones, Mexico. Some of the major incentives are: The low cost of dental implants in Los Algodones is the prime attraction. If you are looking for affordable dental implants in Baja California – Arizona border area, then Los Algodones should be high up on your list. Cheap dental implants in Mexico are a reality because of the low living costs in the country. Indeed, more expensive procedures such as lap band in Mexico too cost almost 50% lesser than in the US. The renowned hospitals and clinics in Mexico are comparable to medical centers in the United States and Europe. Following international standards, these medical facilities use cutting edge technology and modern dental equipment to provide affordable dental implants in Los Algodones, Mexico. There are a number of highly trained dentists in Mexico. The renowned dentists in Los Algodones, Mexico are US board certified with experience in a variety of specializations. Trained in the US, most of the dentists are fluent in English, and understand American concerns and nuances. Dental work in Mexico can be easily scheduled and does not require long waiting periods since dentists and dental facilities are readily available. Even more complicated procedures such as facelift surgery in Cancun and other parts of Mexico are done with almost no waiting time. Visiting a dentist in Algodones, Mexico takes very little time and therefore, means lesser resources spent on travel. The proximity to the US and minimal immigration requirements make getting dental work in Los Algodones, which is in the Yuma border area, very attractive. The warm hospitality and concentrated healthcare facilities add to the advantages of visiting a dentist in Algodones, Mexico. The inexpensive restaurants and cheap shopping along with the warm climate make Algodones a popular destination. There are a number of pharmacies in Algodones which sell medications at competitive prices. Los Algodones is a peaceful Mexican city. Unlike other border cities in Mexico reeling under the drug-war, Los Algodones is a safe place. Tips and Useful Info for Dental Work in Los Algodones Please do some in-depth research before traveling for dental work in the US-Mexico border area. This will assist you in choosing an accredited dental facility and a reputable dentist. Traveling in Mexico requires you to be cautious. Minimize exposure by carrying only your necessary belongings. US citizens need passports or passport cards to enter Mexico. If you are staying for less than 72 hours to get dental implants in the US-Mexico border zone, you will not need a visa. Los Algodones, officially known as Vicente Guerrero, is about 7 miles from Yuma, Arizona. MexicoHealth’s network dental clinic is only about two blocks from the border crossing, so you can easily reach the clinic by foot. You don’t even have to hire a cab! The entry point to Los Algodones from the American side is Andrade in California. The Yuma International Airport is only about eight miles from the border crossing point to Los Algodones. Getting dental implants in Los Algodones, Mexico can help you find a solution to your missing teeth without spending much and without indulging in a lot of traveling. With low cost dental work in Algodones, Mexico, patients can return home with a big smile! Mexico Health facilitates affordable medical treatments at various quality hospitals in Mexico. For more information, please submit the estimate-request form on the right.


Orthopedic Surgeon – Mexico
Posted by: Shirley on February 8th, 2012	no responses.
This leading orthopedic surgeon from Mexico has trained from the United States, and is also a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, USA. He has treated many patients coming for ankle bone surgery, shoulder surgery, knee replacement and hip replacement in Juarez, Mexico.


Colon Resection Mexico
Posted by: Harriet on February 8th, 2012	no responses.
The low cost of colon resection in Mexico makes it a viable alternative for American and Canadian patients who cannot afford the cost of the surgery for removing diseased parts of the colon in their home countries. With travel being convenient due to proximity to the US and the availability of quality medical care, a large number of people are opting for cosmetic procedures and weight loss surgeries such as gastric sleeve and lap band in Mexico. Besides elective procedures such as getting teeth crowns, a nose job and a facelift, overseas patients are also undergoing complex procedures such as mitral valve repair, hip replacements and tail bone removal in Mexico. This avers the competence levels of the medical professionals in Mexico. What is Colon Resection? A colon resection, also known as colectomy and large intestine surgery, is a surgical procedure to remove a section of the large intestine (colon). The colon connects the small intestine to the anus. A colectomy can be either laparoscopic or open. One can also opt for state-of-the-art single incision laparoscopic colectomy (SILC). According to a study titled “Standard laparoscopic versus single-incision laparoscopic colectomy for cancer: Early results of a randomized prospective” by CG Huscher, A Mingoli et al published on December 16, 2011 in the American Journal of Surgery, SILC “is a technically feasible and safe oncologic procedure with short-term results similar to those obtained with a traditional laparoscopic approach”. Colectomy is usually performed for treating the following: Colorectal cancer Ulcerative colitis Perforation or other traumatic injury Precancerous polyps Bowel obstruction Diverticulitis Different types of colectomy are - Total colectomy, which involves the removal of the entire colon. Subtotal or partial colectomy, which involves excising a part of the colon and can be further classified as follows: Right hemicolectomy – for resectioning the ascending (right) colon. Left hemicolectomy – for excising the descending (left) colon. Sigmoidectomy – which involves the removal of a part of or the entire sigmoid colon. Proctocolectomy – which involves surgically removing the rectum along with a part of or the entire colon. Cost of Colon Resection in Mexico Medical procedures including hemicolectomy and proctocolectomy in Mexico normally cost 50 to 70 percent lower than what these cost in the United States. Even after factoring in travel and accommodation expenses, the cost of total and partial colectomy in Mexico would still be lower than in First World countries. The affordability of medical treatments in Mexico is a direct offshoot of the low living costs in the country. Intense competition between the various top hospitals has also contributed to keeping a check on the cost of medical treatments ranging from colectomy to lap band surgery in Tijuana, Puerto Vallarta, and other major cities of Mexico. Advantages of Colectomy in Mexico State of the art hospitals – quite a few of which are JCI-accredited and ISO-certified – offer large intestine surgery in Mexico. There are many well-qualified surgeons in Mexico. On top of it, it is not uncommon to come across a US-returned doctor who would perform your surgery for intestinal obstruction or colon cancer in Mexico. The good hospitals of Mexico see to it that “cheap” colon surgery for bowel obstruction or diverticulitis does not tantamount to a botched medical job. The word “cheap” only means that patients will be paying an amount that can be termed a pittance for their treatment in Mexico. You can find the latest treatments such as minimally invasive laparoscopic colectomy in Mexico. Visitors can look forward to quality healthcare, comparable to that in the United States and other developed countries of the world. Though Spanish is the official language of Mexico, overseas patients can shoo away fears of facing language barriers when in the top hospitals of the country for either total or partial colectomy. The doctors and medical staff in these hospitals speak fluent English. Long waiting periods are a big grouse of those in anticipation of NHS-funded treatments in the UK. However, one doesn’t have to bide one’s time before undergoing large intestine resection in Mexico. For patients suffering from colon cancer, there are a number of clinics offering alternative cancer treatments in Mexico to bear with the side effects of conventional treatments. Destinations for Colon Resection in Mexico If you are looking for surgery for colon cancer, diverticulitis or any other ailment of the colon in the Texas-Mexico border area you can opt for a hospital providing colectomy in Ciudad Juarez. Ciudad Juarez is only about 10 miles from El Paso in Texas. The El Paso International Airport is only about a 25-minute drive from Juarez. Partial or total colon resection in Mexicali can be viable for Californians and Arizonans. You just need to cross the border from Calexico in the US, Mexicali’s sister city to enter the border town. Yuma, AZ is about an hour and a half’s drive from Mexicali. Californians can also consider total colon resection or hemicolectomy in Tijuana, Baja California. Tijuana is only about 17 miles (25 km) from San Diego, CA. There are a number of state-of-the-art hospitals providing quality total and subtotal colectomy and proctocolectomy in Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara. The combination of cost-effective and high quality medical care makes colon resection in Mexico a very appealing alternative. Mexico Health facilitates affordable medical treatments at various quality hospitals in Mexico. For more information, please submit the estimate-request form on the right.


Ankle Bone Grafting Mexico
Posted by: Sandra on February 1st, 2012	no responses.
Only a person who has suffered an ankle injury truly understands the excruciating pain associated with it. Since the ankle bears the body’s weight, any injury to it needs careful treatment and a skilled orthopedic surgeon to set it right. Ankle bone grafting in Mexico is a viable option for treating injuries without burning a hole in the pocket. A patient may require a bone graft for a complex fracture or for one that hasn’t healed properly. Besides ankle bone grafting, a number of other orthopedic procedures too such as knee replacement, hip resurfacing and hip replacement in Ciudad Juarez, Tijuana and other leading cities in Mexico are finding takers in those who cannot afford the procedures in their home countries. Ankle injuries — either due to sporting activities or in the normal course — are not very uncommon. According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), approximately one million people in the US suffer from ankle injuries annually. Advantages of Ankle Bone Surgery in Mexico In the leading hospitals of Mexico, you can expect to find doctors who are well-qualified and conversant in English, making it easy for you to communicate with your surgeon. Mexico is home to many competent doctors, quite a few of whom have received their education and training in the United States. Mexico has a number of hospitals that are either JCI-accredited and/or ISO-certified. The leading medical facilities in Mexico are known for providing quality services despite the lower price-tag of the treatments. Before your broken ankle bone treatment in Mexico, you would not have to bear with a long waiting period. The overburdened healthcare systems of the United States, Canada and the UK are notorious for their extensive waiting lines. However, in Mexico you can get immediate access to world-class, affordable medical procedures. Mexico’s close proximity to the US is an added bonus. Given the ease and affordability of international travel, patients also opt for complex procedures such cancer treatments and even tail bone removal in Mexico, besides less complex orthopedic procedures. Cost of Ankle Bone Grafting in Mexico The skyrocketing healthcare costs in the developed countries of the world has aided the creation of a new breed of travelers – the medical travelers – who are patients who travel to other countries for treatment s primarily to cut down costs. And the reason why more and more medical tourists are undergoing eye surgery, cosmetic procedure and even knee surgery in Mexico is because the medical procedures provided in the country’s hospitals could cost around 50 to 70 percent lesser than in the US. Lower ankle bone grafting price in Mexico should not mislead you! Affordability of medical treatments is due to the lower cost of living and the presence of a thriving, competitive medical tourism industry in the North American country. Even if you include travel and accommodation expenses, the cost of ankle injury treatment in Mexico would still be lower than in First World countries. Visitors should, however, consider the additional costs if traveling with a companion. Those who don’t have an insurance cover or cannot afford the medical expenses can opt for medical loans in Mexico. Traveling in Mexico A trip to undergo ankle surgery in Mexico can be extended to an invigorating vacation too. Mexico is affluent in history, tradition, culture and natural beauty. Visitors can also sample the highly delectable Mexican cuisine — famous across the world for its diverse flavors. Mexico attracts international tourists with her beaches, recreational centers, archaeology, pre-Hispanic culture, colonial cities and architecture, and eco tourism. In fact, according to the global tourism rankings released by the UN World Tourism Organization, Mexico received the 9^th highest number of international tourists in 2010. Patients considering ankle bone injury treatment in Mexico can find cheap accommodation in the form of inexpensive hotels and hostels. For those who love to shop, there is a lot to explore — from designer jewelry and clothing to local goods at great prices in small, earthy markets. One can also find clothes, shoes, and crafts made by Mexican artisans. Mexican cities offer a friendly and comfortable environment for medical tourists. Ankle bone grafting in Mexico can be a practical choice, thanks to the presence of numerous state-of-the-art hospitals and expert professionals in the Latin American country. Mexico Health facilitates affordable medical treatments at various quality hospitals in Mexico. For more information, please submit the estimate-request form on the right.