For International Patients

Plastic Surgery in Guadalajara, Mexico

Patients from the United States and Canada travel to Guadalajara for plastic surgery with Dr. Chung, a board-certified surgeon. Your first step is a free WhatsApp photo evaluation.

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Planning your trip

What to know before
you travel

Medical travel to Guadalajara involves surgeons, facilities and logistics that Dr. Chung's team explains at your evaluation.

1–3
Business Days
Normal time for your free WhatsApp photo evaluation, depending on workload
N.º 1794
Board Certification
CMCPER certificate, recertified 2025–2030, verifiable online
GDL
Guadalajara Airport
Guadalajara International Airport; the team helps you plan your arrival
The process

From your home to recovery,
step by step

A streamlined patient journey designed specifically for international patients — coordinated by our team from the first WhatsApp message to your safe return home.

01
Free WhatsApp Evaluation
Send photos and your questions. Receive a personalized assessment from Dr. Chung within 1 to 3 business days, depending on workload.
02
Quote & Planning
All-inclusive quote (surgeon, anesthesia, hospital, follow-up). Travel and accommodation recommendations.
03
Travel & Pre-op
Fly to GDL. Dr. Chung examines you in person at least one day before surgery and again on the day of the procedure. If your flight is longer than four hours, surgery is not scheduled within 48 hours of your arrival.
04
Surgery & Recovery
Surgery at the hospital. Recovery with team follow-up. Flight clearance before going home.
Practical info

Everything you need to plan your trip

Travel & Documents

  • Airport: Guadalajara International Airport (GDL)
  • Visa: Not required for US/Canadian citizens for stays under 180 days
  • Documents needed: Valid passport only
  • Currency: prices are in Mexican pesos (MXN); the amount in dollars depends on your bank's exchange rate when you transfer
  • Time zone: GMT-6 (same as Chicago)

Stay & Recovery

  • Recommended hotels: 4-5 star hotels within 15 min of clinic
  • Recovery houses: Specialized post-op accommodations available
  • Body procedures: 7-14 days after surgery recommended
  • Facial surgery: 7-10 days after surgery recommended
  • Long flights: no surgery within 48 h of arrival if your flight exceeds 4 h
  • Companion welcome: Bring a friend or family member
  • Transportation: Uber, taxi, and private transfers available
What makes Dr. Chung different

More than a surgeon —
a trusted partner

Official Board Certification

CMCPER certificate N.º 1794, recertified 2025–2030, verifiable online at the CMCPER directory.

15+ Years of Experience

More than 15 years of experience in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, with credentials you can verify: CMCPER N.º 1794, medical license 704617, specialty licenses 7237956 and 7440456, COFEPRIS 223301202A1061.

English-Speaking Team

The team assists international patients in English on WhatsApp.

Examined in Person Before Surgery

Dr. Chung examines every patient in person at least one day before surgery and again on the day of the procedure.

Transparent Pricing

All-inclusive quotes covering surgeon fees, anesthesia, OR time, hospital stay, and follow-up visits. No surprises.

Long-term Follow-up

Post-op WhatsApp video calls and unlimited check-ins after you return home. We don't disappear after surgery.

Common questions

Honest answers for international patients

The cost depends on the procedure, the technique and the complexity of your case, so no price is published. After your free WhatsApp photo evaluation you receive Dr. Chung's assessment and a personalized quote, normally within 1 to 3 business days, depending on workload. A consultation with Dr. Chung, in person or by video call, costs $1,000 MXN.
Safety depends on the surgeon and the facility. Dr. Chung is board-certified by CMCPER (N.º 1794), which anyone can verify online, and examines every patient in person before surgery. The key is choosing a certified surgeon — not just any clinic.
For most body procedures (lipo, tummy tuck, BBL): 7-14 days minimum after surgery. For facial surgeries: 7-10 days after surgery. The days before surgery do not count. Dr. Chung provides a personalized flight clearance timeline based on your specific recovery.
It depends on how you travel. If your flight is under four hours, surgery can be scheduled the next day. If it is longer than four hours, Dr. Chung does not schedule surgery within 48 hours of your arrival: the immobility of a long flight combined with that of surgery raises the risk of thrombosis, and those 48 hours reduce it. In every case he examines you in person at least one day before the procedure.
Before authorising you to fly, Dr. Chung explains your post-operative care and the warning signs: what is expected, what is not, and which signs mean you should contact him immediately rather than wait for your next review. Follow-up continues by video call and WhatsApp throughout your recovery, with direct access to Dr. Chung. If something requires an in-person examination, returning to Guadalajara is assessed.
Yes. The team assists international patients in English on WhatsApp.
No visa is required for US or Canadian citizens for medical tourism stays under 180 days. Only a valid passport is needed.
Yes. The initial WhatsApp evaluation is completely free for international patients. No pressure, no commitment. You receive Dr. Chung's professional assessment and personalized quote within 1 to 3 business days, depending on workload.
Ready to start?

Your transformation starts
with a simple WhatsApp message

Send a few photos and your questions. Receive a personalized assessment from Dr. Chung within 1 to 3 business days, depending on workload — completely free, no commitment.

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How to find us

Dr. Jesús E. Chung's practice

Av. Naciones Unidas #7972, Villa Verona, Zapopan, Jalisco, C.P. 45019, Mexico · Open in Google Maps →

Evaluation & consultation

Photo evaluation by WhatsApp: free. Send your photos and questions; Dr. Chung reviews your case personally, with no commitment.

If you decide to continue, a consultation with Dr. Chung costs $1,000 MXN):

Procedure prices are quoted after the evaluation: every plan depends on your anatomy and your goals.