Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición Salvador Zubirán
The Salvador Zubirán institute is a premier specialty referral center in Mexico City and is internationally respected for complex medical and surgical care. It is especially relevant for medical travelers needing advanced gastroenterology, endocrinology, bariatric-related evaluation, nutrition, liver disease, and internal medicine expertise.
Our Treatments
Weight Loss Surgery
$5,500 - $9,000Bariatric and weight management surgical procedures
Gastric Bypass
$6,000 - $10,000Weight loss bypass surgery
- Recovery: 2-4 weeks
- Duration: 2-4 hours
- Anesthesia: general
Gastric Sleeve
$5,500 - $9,000Stomach reduction surgery
- Recovery: 2-3 weeks
- Duration: 1-2 hours
- Anesthesia: general
Cancer Treatment
$4,000 - $15,000Oncological treatments and cancer therapies
Chemotherapy
$3,000 - $12,000Drug treatment for cancer
- Recovery: Varies by protocol
- Duration: 2-6 hours per session
- Anesthesia: none
Radiation Therapy
$4,000 - $15,000High-energy radiation treatment
- Recovery: 2-6 weeks after final session
- Duration: 15-30 minutes per session
- Anesthesia: none
Heart & Vascular
$5,000 - $25,000Heart and cardiovascular system treatments
Heart Bypass
$9,000 - $25,000Coronary artery bypass surgery
- Recovery: 6-12 weeks
- Duration: 3-6 hours
- Anesthesia: general
Customer Reviews
Based on 5 reviews
"Very good"
"They look after you. Good for stomach, liver and kidney problems. But don't expect to be out of there quickly. They are thorough and it takes time."
"The human quality of all the staff, from guards to doctors, from taxi drivers to nurses. The add value and the professional service in every single patient's needs. This hospital is more than recommended beyond many others from public and private sector. Doctors are committed with the research and healing process with solid foundations. Endoscopic services are the best in Mexico, congratulations! Dr. Salvador Zubiran most be proud of all the efforts done over here!"
"A nice National Institute of Health in southern Mexico City. The gardens are very well maintained and nice. The place is not too big so it is easy to get around. Friendly staff, cheap costs. Overall a good hospital."
"Profesionnal team , México needs two of this by every state. ITS increíble why not invest in health. Por people dies AND suffer when polítics throw $ to garveche."
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Why Choose Mexico City, Mexico?
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Proximity to the US makes it ideal for North American medical tourists. World-class dental and bariatric surgery centers. Rich culture and cuisine for recovery stays. Costs 40-65% less than US prices.
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Travel & Getting There
US/Canada/EU/UK/Japan/Australia: visa-free for up to 180 days. Other nationalities: check Mexican consulate for visa requirements.
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Climate & Environment
Average 16°C · Subtropical highland
Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)
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Business Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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