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CosMed Clinic in Tijuana, Mexico is a plastic surgery centre founded in 1987. During more than 30 years of its existence, the doctors working there have helped thousands of people, having performed over 15,000 aesthetic procedures. CosMed Clinic is a part of the VIDA network, one of the most popular and well-regarded healthcare providers in Mexico.
CosMed Clinic was styled after the Mayo Clinic – #1 hospital in the USA, according to the U.S. News & World Report. For the specialists working at the CosMed Clinic, this means exceptionally high standards for the professionalism of the doctors and the quality of service.
The doctors working at the CosMed are both nationally and internationally certified to practice in Mexico and the USA. Many have studied and practised abroad, including in the most prestigious medical schools and programs. One of the hospital’s top plastic surgeons, Dr Juan Carlos Fuentes, is a student of Dr Bruce F. Connell, known as “father of modern facelift”.
CosMed clinic is the first in Mexico to receive certification from the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities (AAAASF) – the golden standard of healthcare in the western hemisphere. This recognition is given only to hospitals that comply with the highest standard of medical care. This means clean hospital rooms, modern treatment protocols, state-of-the-art equipment, certified professional doctors, the confidentiality of records, and the patient’s safety as the top priority.
While CosMed is Mexico-situated, a large percentage of the patients come from abroad. CosMed aesthetic medicine centre is especially popular among people from the USA, Western Europe and Australia. To accommodate such clients better, the clinic provides various services, including taking over the arrangements for transportation and accommodation.
One of the biggest benefits of CosMed clinic for foreign patients is the price. Due to the country’s economy, undergoing a procedure in Mexico can be 30-50% cheaper than in the USA. At the same time, the patients don’t have to compromise the quality or comfort for getting the same excellent results.
Up to 50% cheaper services than in the USA;
A wide variety of beauty procedures;
Modern and safe methods of surgical and non-surgical treatment;
Surgical assistance by board-certified anesthesiologists;
Procedures performed by internationally certified and recognised professionals;
Comfortable transfer and accommodation;
24h care by the professional nursing personnel;
A luxurious stay at the Recovery Boutique;
Comfortable recovery in the warm Mexican climate;
Safety, care, professionalism.
The medical staff working at the clinic is bilingual, meaning they freely speak both Spanish and English. This makes communication between the patient and the doctor easier. They can quickly achieve mutual understanding in what the desired outcome from the procedure is. For the patients who are less comfortable speaking these languages, there are always services of a personal translator and coordinator.
The clinic also regularly has promotions that help patients save on the surgery even more. Doctors can offer up to -15% discounts at certain procedures.
CosMed Clinic specialises in plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. The most popular procedures at the centre are:
Post-weightloss body contouring surgery;
Bariatric surgery;
Facelift;
Botox injections;
Dermatology;
Rhinoplasty (nose job);
Breast and buttock augmentation;
Vaginal and urological plastic surgery;
Vaginal rejuvenation;
Hair restoration.
The patient’s safety during the surgery is reassured by the quality anaesthetic staff. The specialists have international certifications that prove their professionalism and experience. All types of modern anaesthesia are available, and the options are always carefully weighted to pick the most beneficial outcome for the patient. The specialists study each patient’s medical history and choose medications that are best and safest for them.
Before the appointment, the patient has an opportunity to have a free online consultation with their treating doctor. During it, they discuss the desired outcome and agree upon the best procedures to achieve that. The doctor will instruct the patient on how to prepare for the surgery and what diagnostic tests they require.
For each patient, CosMed Clinic offers personalised accommodation and care. Professional coordinators can recommend the most comfortable and stress-free options for travel to the country, and with the documentation process. A hospital’s representative will meet the patient at the airport and help them get to the hospital, which is conveniently located close to the border with the USA. At every step of the stay, the patient will have assistance from a personal coordinator.
Tijuana is a coastal city which offers a wide variety of options for rest and entertainment. Those include shopping malls, cafés , restaurants, bars, vacation resorts, a lively art scene and a commercial area. For the recovery period, the patients have an option of staying at the numerous hotels, both upscale luxurious and small and cosy ones. Most patients choose to stay at the partnered Recovery Boutique. It is located nearby and is a part of the same VIDA medical network. The Boutique combines the comfort of a stay at the deluxe hotel with 24/7 care by professional nursing staff.
The modern-designed boutique rooms offer comfortable single and double beds, showers designed specifically for post-op patients, cable LED TV, conditioner, digital safe, Wi-Fi and telephone with access to free international calls. Each room has access to a little patio, which allows patients to enjoy fresh air without much movement, which can be very restricted during the first days after the surgery. A common area is a great spot for relaxation and meeting up with friends and family. There also is a dining area with a wide menu of both international and unique local Mexican cuisine. All of the food is prepared by local chefs and is fit for the needs of recovering patients. Room service is available as well.
One of the primary specialities of the clinic is plastic procedures for patients who have undergone drastic weight loss – be it after dieting, sport, or bariatric surgery. Some procedures can also benefit women who want to recover their body shape after giving birth, and people who suffer from skin sagging due to age. Dr Quiroz, head of the CosMed Clinic, and Dr Castañeda specialise at this group of procedures.
Face and neck lift;
Upper arms lift;
Body contouring surgery;
Liposculpture;
Tummy tuck;
Breast augmentation.
Each case is examined and discussed thoroughly for both sides to achieve a clear understanding of the desired goal. Professional surgeons follow an individualistic approach, which means they can advise the best procedures for each patient.
CosMed specialists can offer help with various skin issues. The doctors use modern equipment and treatment methods to accommodate patients with the most various needs. During a consultation, a professional dermatologist can offer both surgical and non-surgical solution for a specific problem.
The list of dermatological services offered by the CosMed clinic includes:
Laser peel;
Laser Hair Removal;
Vascular laser;
IPL treatments, photofacials and other types of facials;
Botox and dermal fillers;
Soft lift;
Microblading;
Body sculpting treatments;
Laser tattoo removal;
Sclerotherapy.
The effect of medical treatment can be multiplied by the SPA services and usage of cosmetic products, individually picked by the dermatologist to accommodate the patient’s unique needs.
CosMed Clinic has helped thousands of women to achieve their ideal breast shape. They offer breast augmentation, reduction, and breast lifts. To achieve the desired results, surgeons use micro incisions, usually – near the nipple. From four weeks after, the scars can be removed with laser treatment.
The surgeons take great care choosing a type of implant, depending on the woman’s natural breast shape. The implants used at the CosMed Clinics are of the highest quality. As an alternative, doctors offer autologous fat transfer for breast augmentation. The surgeon uses the woman’s fatty tissue to change the size and shape of the chest. The surgery can be combined with fat derived stem cells and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. This cutting-edge technology that is used to exhilarate skin growth and achieve a more youthful look.
Facelifts are particularly popular among patients who come to the CosMed clinic. People choose to undergo the procedure due to weight loss or age-related skin sagging. Doctors use modern techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to create the most impressive results. With proper skin care and a healthy lifestyle, the effects from the treatment can last up to 10 years.
The most popular facial plastic procedures, offered by the CosMed clinic:
Face and neck lift;
Brow lift;
Eyelift;
Rhinoplasty (nose job);
Lip enhancement;
Chin augmentation;
Chin liposuction;
Cheek enhancement.
Rhinoplasty is among the most popular procedures. Many people are not satisfied with their natural nose size and shape, suffer from breathing issues, birth defects or consequences of trauma. Talented plastic surgeons of the CosMed clinic can help with that. Using 3D modelling techniques, the doctors can create an estimated image of how the patient will look after the procedure. The specialists perform different types of rhinoplasty, both surgical and non-invasive, to achieve the ideal nose shape. Using modern techniques, it is possible to change the size and shape of the nose, narrow the span of nostrils, or reshape the angle between the nose and upper lip.
| RHINOPLASTY |
|---|
| Consultation with a plastic surgeon |
| 3D modelling |
| Post-op care |
| Full recovery in 2 weeks |
For many people suffering from hair loss and balding, hair transplantation becomes an ultimate solution after a long struggle for maintaining healthy and thick hair. Specialists at the CosMed clinic can help with hair thinning, slow hair growth, pattern baldness, high hairline and thin facial hair. Using only the most modern and effective techniques, specialists help thousands of people achieve a realistic, healthy and youthful look.
One of the most popular methods is Micro-Hair Transplantation/Follicular Unit Extraction. It consists of the surgeon extracting a follicular unit from the patient’s head and transplanting it to the balding area, following the natural hair pattern.
Some of the non-surgical alternatives to hair transplantation, available at the CosMed Clinic, include:
Mesotherapy – injection of hair growth-stimulating medicines into the scalp;
Capillus Laser Hair Restoration Therapy – treatment of hair loss by blood vessel-stimulating laser therapy.
CosMed Clinic offers help with various gynaecological issues. They can help women recover intimate health from ageing or after giving birth, increase sexual satisfaction, treat urinary issues like incontinence or perform cosmetic surgery. The procedures include:
Labiaplasty;
Vaginoplasty;
Vaginal rejuvenation;
Vaginal tightening;
Pelvic floor reconstruction;
G spot enhancement;
Juliet laser.
Each case is carried out with the professional care and delicacy the patient deserves. The modern techniques and quality equipment used in the clinic helps make the recovery process quicker and easier.
| LABIAPLASTY |
|---|
| Consultation with a specialist |
| Delicate care |
| Recommendations on post-op healthcare |
| Quick recovery |
| MICROSURGICAL VASECTOMY |
|---|
| Complex urological examination |
| Consultation with an urologist |
| Microsurgery |
| Rehabilitation after the surgery |
Dr Lira, who works in CosMed Clinic, is an internationally acclaimed specialist in urology. He has a vast experience in performing such procedures as:
Vasectomy and vasectomy reversal;
Erectile dysfunction treatment;
Premature ejaculation treatment;
Prostate cancer screening;
Prostate conditions treatment;
Penis enlargement;
Kidney and bladder diagnostic and treatment;
Male urinary incontinence treatment.
One of the innovative methods offered in CosMed Clinic is Renova erectile dysfunction treatment. It is a quick and painless procedure which helps recover male health using therapeutic shockwaves. Its effects are noticeable after 3 weeks and last up to a year. It has helped many men for whom medicational treatment of erectile dysfunction has proven to be unhelpful.
Medical treatment in Mexico is 30-50% cheaper than in countries with developed healthcare like USA and Western Europe. However, doctors at the CosMed clinic use modern equipment, follow international protocols and are certified professionals. All these factors make up reliable proof that treatment at CosMed is as safe and qualitable as in more expensive countries.
| Procedure | Cost |
|---|---|
| Consultation with a specialist | from $75 |
| Rhinoplasty | from $3,000 |
| Breast augmentation | from $4,200 |
| Brazilian butt lift | from $4,000 |
| Complete abdominoplasty | from $5,000 |
| Procedure | Cost |
|---|---|
| Facelift | from $6,000 |
| Liposuction | from $800 |
| Labiaplasty | from $2,200 |
| Tummy tuck | from $4,500 |
| Renova erectile dysfunction treatment | from $2,600 |
