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Mexico, Mexicali
Panniculectomy in Hospital de la Familia
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About the clinic
Panniculectomy (excess skin removal) at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali, Mexico may cost around $6,550 USD. The procedure is performed by Dr. Joaquin Ayala Del Muro, a board-certified plastic surgeon with _doctor_8999_years_ of experience and 7,000+ successful surgeries.
About the Procedure
Panniculectomy removes hanging skin and fat from the abdomen. Patients can choose between two approaches:
- Standard panniculectomy - $5,000 USD at Aura Health Center
- Panniculectomy with liposuction - $6,550 USD at Hospital de la Familia
What's Included
The package covers:
- Surgery and anesthesia fees
- 1-night hospital stay
- Pre-op tests (blood work, EKG, cardiologist check)
- Transport from San Diego
- Local transfers and concierge services
Doctor's Expertise
Dr. Ayala Del Muro trained under Ivy Pitanguy in Brazil. He has performed 7,000+ plastic surgeries with zero deaths or lawsuits. His 33-year career focuses on body contouring procedures.
Clinic Advantages
Hospital de la Familia has a 4.0 rating from 26 reviews. It offers 32 private rooms and English-speaking staff. The facility is 200 yards from the US border for easy access.
Patients typically stay 5 days (1 night hospital + 4 days hotel). Compression garments cost extra ($50-180). Contact the clinic to discuss payment options.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Plastic Surgery
| diagnostics | Price | |
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| Plastic Surgery Consultation | Price on request |
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Consejo de Salubridad General
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Consejo de Salubridad General certificate for Hospital de la Familia
Consejo Mexicano de Oftalmología
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Consejo Mexicano de Oftalmología certificate for Hospital de la Familia
Hospital de la Familia: more details about the clinic
Mexico, Mexicali
The Family Hospital is a modern medical facility located just 200 yards south of the U.S. border in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico. Equipped with advanced technology and modern operating rooms, it is considered one of the safest and most reliable centers for surgical procedures in the region.
The hospital features 28 private rooms, 4 operating rooms, an imaging center, a 24/7 cafeteria, private parking, and a chapel. Since establishing its medical tourism department in 2009, The Family Hospital has treated thousands of international patients and has become one of Mexico’s leading destinations for medical travelers.
It has been featured in major international media outlets, including The New York Times, CNN, Chicago Tribune, San Diego Tribune, Univision, China News, and French TV.
Additionally, the AURA Health Center in Tijuana, Mexico, provides access to the same network of surgeons.
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$380
Clinic to airport
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$380
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Patient reviews
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Shannon Kirby • Tummy tuck United States of America
Apr 16, 2026
Verified review.
The surgeon and staff were supportive throughout
My main concern going into this was how difficult the recovery would be, and it is definitely a process. The surgeon and staff were supportive throughout. For my extended tummy tuck, they created a new position for my belly button, and my abdomen feels very tight now, which is a good sign. While my stomach is already looking flatter, it's still swollen. The biggest challenge by far is just standing up straight. My advice is to make sure your home is prepared for you to heal and recover in comfort. It really helps. Also, measure yourself before purchasing any faja or compression gear, as the sizes differ so much across different sites.
My coordinator, Carlo, was amazing. He was prompt with answers to any questions. Surgeon, Dr Ayala was very personable and friendly. Staff at clinic was nurturing.
Maybe some post recovery snacks would have been nice.
Celia Castillo • Arm lift (brachioplasty) United States of America
Sep 19, 2023
Verified review.
I like how fast and easy it was from the start. The surgical facility was small but worked fine. I did not like the post op care. The night nurse was terrible. Her patients were not a priority. Post op care was not made clear. I would have preferred more detailed instructions on after care. I was left guessing about bandages, sprays, medications and scar treatment. Doctor repaired a hernia, of which I was grateful, but would have preferred to have price list in case this occurred so I could have been prepared financially. I felt like price was just made up. So I don't know if I was overcharged. I liked Mexicali as it was a nice quiet clean town. All in all experience was not bad and the price was affordable.
About Bookimed service
Bookimed team was quick to respond. They were professional in getting me several quotes for procedures. I am grateful for their assistance. Veronica • Tummy tuck United States of America
Aug 4, 2021
Verified review.
Anonymous • Penile implant surgery United States of America
Aug 12, 2026
Verified review.
The journey has been positive so far
For anyone considering this surgery, I wanted to share my initial thoughts. I opted for the malleable (semi-rigid) implant. It's still very early in my recovery, so it's genuinely too early to tell what the final outcome will be, but the journey has been positive so far. The clinic environment was great, and I appreciated the friendly staff, which made a real difference in feeling comfortable. I was also pleased that there were no additional expenses on top of the price we agreed on. The clinic team has stayed in touch with me since the procedure, which is very reassuring. It was a solid experience.
Friendly staff
Anonymous • Rhinoplasty (nose job) United States of America
Jul 23, 2026
Verified review.
My experience with the surgeon, staff, and clinic has been very positive
If a friend was considering this, I'd tell them my experience with the surgeon, staff, and clinic has been very positive. At this point in my recovery, everything is feeling about as expected. The clinic team has stayed in touch, and I really appreciated that there were no additional expenses on top of what I initially paid. That was a relief. My main piece of advice would be to prepare well for your consultation. I would suggest asking for more time with the doctor before surgery and to bring pictures of what you’d like done specifically to make sure you're aligned.
I was assisted from beginning to end! Great price with a great and safe experience.
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updated 8/12/2026
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Hospital de la Familia
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- We find a medical coordinator familiar with the matter
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