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Removal of liver cancer in Mexico typically costs from _op_97_price_from_ to _op_97_price_to_. The final price depends on the surgical technique, tumor size, and clinic location. Patients save around _price_percent_discount_% compared to the US, where this procedure costs _price_compare_US_average_ on average. Packages usually include pre-operative diagnostics, surgeon fees, hospital stay, and initial follow-up visits.

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Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing JCI-accredited facilities in Mexico ensures high safety standards at lower costs. Galenia Hospital in Cancún was the first private hospital there with JCI accreditation. It serves over 10,000 international patients annually. Board-certified specialists like Dr. Brenda Pastrana provide expert oncological care. This combination of accredited infrastructure and specialized expertise offers excellent value for international patients.

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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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