Timeliness of care
In most cases you can get an appointment with a specialist doctor overnight, without waiting lists or postponing treatments, appointments, or surgeries.
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Health & Wellness Destination
Get care, recover and relax in the ideal setting, by the sea
Health & Wellness
Puerto Vallarta, a Health & Wellness destination
You'll find culture, nature, wellness by the sea, tranquility, security, and a host of emotions that will surely contribute to your recovery.
Puerto Vallarta is a major health and wellness destination in Mexico. For a variety of reasons, more people are choosing to go abroad for medical treatments or general checkups.
Why do people travel to Puerto Vallarta for Health & Wellness tourism?
These are the reasons more and more people choose Puerto Vallarta for their care and recovery.
Quality of care
In Puerto Vallarta and throughout Mexico, private medical care is warm and patient-friendly. Most specialists and subspecialists come from prestigious Mexican universities and teaching hospitals, and are bilingual.
High-standard care
The facilities at most clinics and hospitals, as well as the medical equipment, are modern and high-quality, with reliable services for different patient profiles.
Convenience
It is the ideal destination to combine a vacation with your health trip, in a setting that invites you to rest.
Continuity
It is a favorite destination for expats from the United States and Canada and retirees in Mexico, so it is easy to continue your routine checkups and even hemodialysis or physical rehabilitation therapies, among others.
Availability
It offers a wide range of alternative health treatments at establishments regulated by health authorities: a good option for those seeking more conservative therapies.
Tips
What specialist, treatment, or procedure are you looking for?
We share some tips to help you get the medical care you need along with a good recovery experience in Puerto Vallarta:
Research thoroughly
Spend enough time researching the service you need. A visible, easy-to-find medical provider is a plus: a physical location, an informative website, active social media, a phone number and email where they give you clear information so you can decide with confidence.
Check references
Look for references, testimonials, and recommendations from other people who have had that service.
Compare providers
Compare different providers for the service you are looking for; that way you'll make a better decision.
Schedule a video call
Depending on the service, it can help to schedule a call or video call with your provider to get more information and resolve specific questions about your case (budget, length of stay, payment methods, insurance acceptance, and availability).
Pay securely
If you set a date for your appointment, the provider will likely request a deposit. Make sure to pay through reliable sources such as PayPal or other secure platforms.
Enjoy the destination
Puerto Vallarta will always surprise you: you're in the ideal environment for your recovery, right by the sea! You'll find hotels, lodging, restaurants, entertainment, and wellness and health services in this Mexican paradise.
Official guide
Health & Wellness Destination Guide
Take our Puerto Vallarta guide with you: what to explore, where to stay, and how to plan your stay while you receive medical care.
Getting here
Easy to reach, with an ideal climate
Puerto Vallarta is about a three-hour drive from Guadalajara, a one-and-a-half-hour flight from Mexico City, and a three- to five-hour nonstop flight from major cities in the United States and Canada.
Its climate is almost always pleasant: sunny with a cool breeze in winter and spring; warm and humid, with afternoon and evening rain, in summer and part of the fall. With more than 300 sunny days a year, clean air, the beach and the mountains, there's always something fun or relaxing to do.
Experience Puerto Vallarta
Your health trip is also a trip: the destination offers traditions, flavors and landscapes to go with your recovery.
Day of the Dead
Every November 1st and 2nd, altars, catrinas and parades fill the Malecón and downtown plazas with color.
Beaches and the Malecón
Sunsets, sculptures and seaside walks in the heart of the city.
Gastronomy
From local seafood and street food to internationally recognized restaurants.
Nature and adventure
Whale watching in winter, the Marietas Islands and the Sierra Madre trails.
Art and culture
Galleries, murals and the bohemian vibe of the Romantic Zone.
Shopping and nightlife
Artisan markets, boutiques and entertainment options for every taste.
The guide
Your Puerto Vallarta travel guide
Beaches, attractions, tours and activities, ecotourism, gastronomy, art and culture, shopping and nightlife: the official destination guide gathers everything you need to plan your stay and your recovery.
Use it to choose where to stay, what to do between appointments and how to make the most of your time by the sea.
Health & Wellness
A Health & Wellness destination
Puerto Vallarta is not only a tourist destination to enjoy, have fun, and relax: it is traditional Mexican charm with the infrastructure of a big city. A favorite place for visitors and expats from the United States and Canada thanks to its charm and great climate most of the year.
Hospitals, clinics, doctors, and other providers in Puerto Vallarta offer reliable, high-standard services, which classifies it as a health and wellness destination. Don't hesitate: traveling to Puerto Vallarta is beneficial for your health and quality of life.
Frequently asked questions
Tell us about your case by phone, WhatsApp or the contact form. A specialist reviews your information and guides you on the next steps and the documentation you will need.
No. We provide care in both Spanish and English throughout the process, from the first consultation to follow-up.
It depends on the procedure and your recovery. We give you an estimate during your assessment so you can plan your trip and stay in advance.
We guide you through the wide variety of available lodging and coordinate the details of your arrival and transfers so your trip is comfortable.
Yes, and we recommend it. Having a companion makes your recovery and stay easier.
Your specialist provides close follow-up during your recovery and gives you recommendations for your return home.