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Lung cancer surgery in Mexico typically costs from _op_374_price_from_ to _op_374_price_to_. Prices depend on the surgical approach, the complexity of the tumor, and the chosen medical facility. In the US, similar procedures cost around _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% compared to US rates. The cost usually includes surgeon fees, hospital stay, anesthesia, and basic post-operative care.

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Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing JCI-accredited facilities ensures international safety standards at competitive Mexican rates. Galenia Hospital in Cancún is a prime example of high-value care. It holds JCI accreditation and employs specialists like Dr. Brenda Pastrana. She is board-certified by CONACEM and trained at top national institutes. This combination of expertise and accreditation provides US-level quality for significantly less. This makes Mexico an excellent choice for complex thoracic oncology.

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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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