Medically Reviewed By: Dr. Valentina Milani (MD), Dr. David Warmflash (MD)
Knee Replacement in Mexicali
Knee replacement in Mexicali is an ideal choice, if you are looking for cheaper alternatives to knee surgery in the US.
Knee Replacement surgery in Mexico can save up-to 75% of the total cost of treatments compared to the US or Canada.
This article covers the treatment costs in detail, the best hospitals, healthcare quality, and other exciting things that makes Mexicali a budding tourism hub. Let us dive in!
Cost of Knee Replacement in Mexicali
You can save as much as 70% on your treatment costs in Mexicali, than in the US or UK.
Patients get access to high-quality treatment facilities and top-class certified surgeons. Especially for those who don't have health insurance and don't mind exploring health alternatives, Mexicali is the perfect answer!
| Procedure | USA | Mexicali |
|---|---|---|
| Total Knee Replacement (Unilateral) | $19,995 – $30,000 | $9,000-$13,500 |
| Total Knee Replacement (Bilateral) | $40,000 – $70,000 | $22,500-$23,500 |
| Partial Knee Replacement (Unilateral) | $18,995 - $25,000 | $7,500 - $12,500 |
| Partial Knee Replacement (Bilateral) | $30,000 - $46,000 | $10,000 - $20,000 |
| Revision Knee Replacement Surgery (one knee) | $34,000 – 50,000 | Request Price |
| Revision Knee Replacement Surgery (both knees) | $40,000 - $73,696 | Request Price |
| Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement Surgery | $18,500 - $20,000 | Request Price |
| *Unilateral: one Knee; Bilateral: both knees | ||
**Prices are subject to change.
The package include the following:
- Includes Pre-Ops, Internal Medicine Doctor consultation, Specialist Consultation, Anesthesiologist Consultation
- All surgical fees, lab fees, anesthesia, material, operating room fees
- 2 nights at Family Hospital
- Prosthesis expense (Biomet or Smith & Nephew implants )
- Private ground transportation from San Diego, CA or Yuma, AZ (Round trip)
Knee Replacement surgeries can range between $30,000- $50,000 USD in the US for those without proper health insurance. With Medicaltourismco, you can avail surgery packages, which start from $10,000 USD for the same procedures.
Hospital in Mexicali, Mexico for Knee Replacement
Around 60% of its patients are from the US or are American nationals.
Many of the hospital's physicians are US-trained specialists recognized as top surgeons in northern Mexico, with over 30 years of surgical expertise.
With board-certified surgeons, advanced
- 20+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
- GHC CERTIFIED
- ISO CERTIFIED
Hospital Da La Familia is located in Mexicali, just off the border from San Diego. They are well known in the region for high-quality care, specialized doctors, qualified bilingual staff, and medical services that are at par with U.S and Canada.
All medical doctors and staff are highly conversant in English and Spanish, which gives patients a high degree of comfort in communications. Hospital Da La Familia currently enjoys two ISO Certifications (ISO 9001 & ISO 14001), a mark of their unparalleled quality of service.
OT | Hospital Da La Familia , Mexicali
ICU | Hospital Da La Familia , Mexicali
Waiting area | Hospital Da La Familia , Mexicali
Some of the special services include:
- Transportation services
- Personal escort available
- Private nurse available
- Financing available
- Electronic medical records
- Insurance coordination
- Interpreters available on demand
- Money exchange services
Knee Replacement Surgery Option in Mexicali, Mexico
At Da La Familia, your surgeon can choose from the different knee replacement surgery options, depending on your condition. These may include:
Total Knee Replacement surgery
The surgeon replaces the damaged parts with artificial joints made of metals (usually titanium), plastic (such as polyethylene), and ceramic., usually covering the total knee.
This surgery may last for 1-2 hours, and hospital recovery is usually 2-3 days.
Partial Knee Replacement Surgery
The surgeon will remove only a part of the knee and replace it with plastic or metal components in this surgery. You have to spend only a little time at the hospital as the recovery process is faster compared with total kneed replacement.
The procedure lasts for 1-2 hours, and you can leave within 1-2 days of the surgery.
Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement
Minimally invasive knee replacement surgery involves minor tissue trauma and blood loss. There is less postoperative pain, and the procedure requires smaller incisions compared with a more extensive knee replacement.
This procedure lasts for about 1-3 hours and the recovery period is usually between 1-3 days.
Revision Replacement
Sometimes an existing knee replacement or prosthetics may get damaged. It can lead to painful swelling in your knees. Your surgeon may recommend a second surgery, which usually involves replacing it with a new artificial replacement.
A revision replacement surgery is a complex procedure, lasting for about 2-3 hours.
The recovery period is usually more extended, lasting between several days to even weeks.
Recovering Post Surgery
At Da La Familia, your assigned caregivers will assist you in testing your new knee by walking and stretching.
Though you might feel a bit of discomfort at the beginning, the pain will usually subside within 1-2 days.
Swelling may last for 2 to 3 weeks after surgery. This will reduce over time.
Additionally, physiotherapy sessions will be recommended to aid your healing.
In many cases, the patient will need a walker or cane to add support and mobility during the first few days or weeks of convalescence.
With regular exercise and time, you will be comfortable enough to walk without assistance.
Although it might sound strange, early mobilization and exercise are proven to increase the chances of a fast and effective recovery.
-Dr Valentina Milani
Plan Your Knee Replacement Surgery in Mexicali
A typical itinerary for someone undergoing Knee Replacement surgery with our surgeons will look like this:
- Day 1 - Pick up from San Diego, CA and/or Yuma, AZ airport. Transportation to Mexicali and perform pre-operative testing and consultation. Stay overnight at the hospital.
- Day 2 - Complete the surgery and recovery at the hospital.
- Day 3 - Recovery at the hospital - Testing the new Knee Joint, walking & stretching it.
- Day 4 - Consultation with your surgeon; the patient is eligible to go to the hotel.
- Day 5 - Patients are eligible to go home or choose to stay for any Physical Therapy sessions and explore Mexicali a bit.
| Procedure | Surgery Time | Hospital Recovery |
|---|---|---|
| Total Knee Replacement | 1 – 3 hours | 3-5 days |
| Partial Knee Replacement | 1-2 hours | 1-3 days |
| Revision Knee Replacement | 2- 3 hours | 2-5 days |
| Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement | 1-2 hours | 1-3 days |
Patient’s Feedback
Nayely HernandezKnee Replacement Surgery, Mexicali
The staff and people are very nice!
The actual facility is quite nice. The staff and all the people are all very nice and treat you with a great attitude.
Simona LindseyKnee Replacement Surgery, Mexicali
This was a great experience!
This was a great experience!! The hospital was very clean! Special thanks to Dr. Sarinana, Adriana, Carlo, Maritza, and Roxanne.
Conclusion
While you are healing from your knee surgery, don't forget to explore what Mexicali offers as a tourism destination. Though Mexicali may not offer many cultural activities, you can enjoy fine art exhibitions, independent films, or great music.
Catch the glitzy Instituto de Investigaciones Culturales - Museo UABC or taste some authentic China in La Chinesca, the largest Chinatown in all of Mexico.