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Whipple surgery in Mexico generally costs between _op_312_price_from_ and _op_312_price_to_. Total expenses depend on the hospital tier, chosen surgical technique, and the city location. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% compared to the US, where the average cost is _price_compare_US_average_. Standard Mexican medical packages typically include surgeons fees, anesthesia, and a 7-10 day hospital stay.

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Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing a JCI-accredited facility like Galenia Hospital in Cancun ensures international safety standards. This hospital serves over 10,000 international patients annually from the USA and Canada. While high-end facilities in tourist hubs cost more, they offer specialized oncology departments. For complex pancreatic surgery, the value lies in specialized post-operative ICU care included in packages.

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Currency

Mexican peso (you also can pay for services in dollars)

Best period for the trip

December-April

Language

Spanish (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)

Visa

required for some countries

Time difference with Europe

7 hours

Time difference with the USA

1 hour

Capital

Mexico City

Medical tourism center

Mexico City

Popular resorts

Central and Southern Mexico

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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.

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Visas for travel to Mexico require a number of documents. Lists of documents includes:

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