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Traveling to Tijuana

Closer, simpler, and more comfortable than most patients expect — New City Medical Plaza sits minutes from the San Diego border, with everything you need under one roof.

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Surgery in Tijuana, Without the Hassle.

Each year thousands of patients from the United States, Canada, and beyond choose Tijuana for the same reason: access to internationally trained surgeons and modern facilities, without the cost or wait of care at home.

Dr. Marciales practices at New City Medical Plaza — a purpose-built medical campus in Zona Río with a private hospital, on-site laboratory and imaging, a pharmacy, and a five-star wellness hotel, all in one secure building. For traveling patients, that means your consultation, surgery, recovery, and follow-up can happen within a few floors of one another.

From the moment you reach out, our surgery coordinator helps map your trip end to end — so you can focus on your result, not the logistics.

Start With a Free Consultation
New City Medical Plaza, Tijuana
~5 min
From San Ysidro Border
25 min
From San Diego Airport
On-Site
Hospital & Recovery Hotel
EN / ES
Bilingual Coordination
Your Journey

From First Call to Flying Home

1

Virtual Consultation

Meet Dr. Marciales by video, review your goals, and receive a personalized plan and quote — before you travel.

2

Plan & Schedule

Our coordinator confirms your dates and helps arrange travel, transport, and on-site accommodation.

3

Arrival & Pre-Op

Cross the border, settle in, and complete your in-person evaluation and lab work at the plaza.

4

Surgery & Recovery

Your procedure is performed at the on-site hospital, with recovery steps from your room.

5

Follow-Up & Home

Post-op checks and drain removal, then fit-to-fly clearance for a safe trip home.

Getting Here

Three Easy Ways to Cross

Most U.S. patients fly into San Diego (SAN) and cross into Tijuana the same day. The clinic is only minutes past the border.

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Fly to San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN) is about 25 minutes from the border. Walk or drive across at San Ysidro — the busiest land crossing in the world — and reach the clinic in roughly five minutes.

Direct to Tijuana

Cross Border Xpress

Flying into Tijuana (TIJ)? The CBX pedestrian bridge connects directly from San Diego to the Tijuana airport terminal — clear customs in minutes and arrive just east of the plaza.

Door to Door

Private Transport

Prefer not to navigate the crossing yourself? Our coordinator can recommend trusted private transport and pickup so you go from airport to clinic without the guesswork.

Where You'll Stay

Recover Steps From Your Surgeon

New City Medical Plaza houses a five-star wellness hotel within the same building as the hospital and Dr. Marciales' practice. Many traveling patients recover on-site — comfortable, monitored, and never more than an elevator ride from care.

Prefer a nearby hotel or to bring a companion? Our coordinator will share vetted recommendations to suit your stay and budget.

What to Bring
  • A valid passport (or passport card for land crossings) to re-enter the United States.
  • Comfortable, loose clothing and any compression garments recommended for your procedure.
  • A list of current medications and your medical history.
  • A companion where possible — recommended for the first days after surgery.
  • Budget for 7–14 days in Tijuana, depending on your procedure and recovery.

No medical visa is required for U.S. and Canadian visitors. A tourist permit (FMM) is issued at the border for longer stays.

Questions US Patients Ask

Traveling to Tijuana: Honest Answers

Is Tijuana safe for plastic surgery?

For medical travelers, yes — with the right clinic. Surgery with Dr. Marciales takes place inside New City Medical Plaza, a modern private medical tower minutes from the border, with COFEPRIS-licensed facilities and board-certified physicians. Patients cross at San Ysidro, are received by our team, and stay within the medical district. Like any surgery anywhere, safety comes from surgeon credentials, accredited facilities, and honest candidacy screening — all three are documented on our About page.

How much is plastic surgery in Tijuana?

It depends on the procedure and your anatomy, which is why we only quote after a consultation — one written, all-inclusive figure in USD covering the procedure, facility, and follow-up, with no surprises. Patients typically find Tijuana pricing substantially below comparable US quotes because clinic overhead and facility costs are lower in Mexico, not because of shortcuts in materials or standards. The consultation itself is $50 USD online or $100 USD in person.

How do I get to the clinic from San Diego?

New City Medical Plaza is about 20 minutes from the San Ysidro border crossing — the busiest land border in the world, open 24/7. Most patients park on the US side or arrive by rideshare, cross on foot, and take a short taxi ride to the tower; our coordinator gives you exact step-by-step directions and can arrange pickup. Returning, medical patients can use the Fast Pass medical lane to shorten the wait.

Do I need a recovery house?

For most surgical procedures we recommend staying in Tijuana for your initial recovery, and our coordinator can arrange a recovery house or a medical-friendly hotel near the clinic depending on your procedure and preferences. Minor and non-surgical treatments usually don't require an overnight stay. Your personalized plan, including how many nights to book, is part of your consultation.

How long should I stay in Tijuana after surgery?

It varies by procedure — many patients stay from a few days up to a week so Dr. Marciales can complete the first follow-up checks before they travel home. You'll get a specific recommendation for your case in writing before you book anything.

Visit Us

Where You Will Find Us

  • Marciales Plastic Surgery MD
  • New City Medical Plaza · 8th Floor, Suite 804-B
  • P.º del Centenario 9580, Zona Urbana Río Tijuana, 22010 Tijuana, B.C., México
  • Coordinator (Tania): +52 (664) 154 8356
  • [email protected]
We'll Handle the Details

Let's Plan Your Trip

Tell our bilingual surgery coordinator your goals and timeline — we'll guide you from the first message to a safe trip home.

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