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Best of Bucerias » Local information » Health
US or Canadian citizens, for more information, please visit the local Consulates. NOTE: Although the Consulate takes great care in compiling a list, they or Best of Buerias.com can not guarantee or otherwise assume responsibility for the professional competence or integrity of the individuals/companies whose names are listed below.
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HealthCare Resources Puerto Vallarta is a multi-faceted, independent, resource network that is here for your TOTAL health and well-being. We offer multiple no-charge and minimal-charge services to the residents and visitors of Vallarta and Banderas Bay as your comprehensive solution for all of your healthcare needs. |
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Travel Reports
Travel report from Canadian Government: www.voyage.gc.ca/countries_pays/report_rapport-eng.asp?id=184000
Doctors
Nobody plans to get sick, but if it happens, it's good to know where to go. Centro de Salud (translated Health Center) is great for little emergencies and issues. The consultation fee is $51 pesos. Waiting time can be minimal (we cannot guarantee that statement) depending on the current trend of ailments (Is it flu season?). Other Doctors in and around Bucerias are excellent and English is spoken. Doctor Mauro Malja Santoyo charges around $250 pesos per visit and comes very highly recommended. Click here for more specific information.
Medicine
If you need medicine, or your prescription ran out, you will find that Bucerias pharmacies are very reasonable. Prescriptions are recommended, but if you know what you need, or if you bring your empty box/bottle, they will refill it. As always, caution is required if you decide to "self-medicate". It's always best to see a doctor.
Dentists
Many US and Canadian citizens have discovered substantial savings (even after the cost of the vacation) by having quality dental work done in Mexico. Mexican Dentists & Oral Surgeons are equal to the best available across the world. Dental training and certification in Mexico is very similar to the Canada/US. Four years of dental school, followed by a one year internship, then a professional exam. Look for a Dentist that is a member of the ADM (Associacion Dental Mexicana) or the American Dental Association. Certification is not mandatory, but ensures they are up to date with their training and ethics. Stay away from dentists with bad teeth! Click here for listings of local Dentists.
Prices (USD) range depending on the Dentist, but they start at:
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Crowns
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Bridges
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Implants
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Veneers
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Fillings
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Root Canals
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$210
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$470
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$1,500
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$400
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$50
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$170
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Pricing may vary, consult local Dentist for current pricing.
Hospitals - Private
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Location: Puerto Vallarta Web: www.hospitalcornerstone.com |
Cornerstone Telephone: 322-224-9400 Address: Puerto Vallarta - Av. De Los Tules #136. behind Plaza Caraco Services: New state-of-the-art facility with MRI, CAT scan, lithotripsy, Cardiac Services, Dialysis, International Services Department. All specialties, Level IV Trauma Center, bi-lingual. Community Services Program. |
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Location: Puerto Vallarta Web: www.amerimed-hospitals.com |
Ameri-Med Telephone: 322-226-2080 Address: Plaza Neptuno Marina Vallarta Services: Ameri-Med is a network of medical facilities in Mexico that provide full medical services based upon U.S. standards of health care. Offer a full range of emergency and routine services. Facilities are staffed 24 hours a day with bilingual, in-house physicians who are specialists in emergency medicine. The only specialized Radiology clinic in Western Mexico. |
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Location: Puerto Vallarta Web: www.hospitalsanjavier.com |
San Javier Telephone: 322-226-1010 |
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Location: Mescales, 10 minutes south Web: www.medicair.com.mx |
Medic-Air Telephone: (322) 222-1596 Address: Carretera Tepic Puerto Vallarta, No 67 Sur, Mezcales, Nayarit (In front Nuevo Vallarta) |
Pharmacies
Many of the pharmacies (farmacia) are international companies governed by international standards that assure quality. Many drugs that are available only by prescription in the US are available over the counter in Mexico. In some cases, the variety of combinations and doses is more limited than in the US. However, in general, prices are significantly less.
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Pharmacia Guadalajara Location in Bucerias: right on the main highway (south end of town) by the road leading to the Royal Decameron. |
Ambulance & Air Evacuations
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Six ambulance companies provide service in Puerto Vallarta with a combined total of around 24 ambulances. Three offer air evacuation (including to the US). Competition in this area has helped promote good service while keeping costs down. |
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AirLink Ambulance Telephone: 01 (800) 024-8600 or worldwide: +52 (333) 629-8700 Call from Canada: 1 (866) 826-1177 or US: (888) 673-7427 Web Address: www.airlinkambulance.com Email: customer.service@airlinkambulance.com |
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Air One Telephone: 01-800-262-8911 or worldwide: +52-81-8400-1234 Call from Canada or US: 1-866-222-4985 Web Adress: www.aironeambulance.com/ambulancia_aerea_002.htm Email: info@aironeambulance.com |
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Evacuations
The following US companies fly medical evacuations from Mexico:
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Air Ambulance (Miami, Florida, US - dispatch) |
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Air Ambulance America (Austin, Texas, US - dispatch) |
Travel Insurance
Here are links for purchasing reasonably-priced supplemental medical and medical evacuation insurance, as well as travel protection. You may wish to also check with your regular health insurance company.
United States
Travel Insurance Center
AIG Travel Guard
Medibroker
SkyMed
Binational Emergency Medical Care
Canada
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Online, real-time quotes are available for Canadian comprehensive travel insurance, emergency medical insurance, trip cancellation insurance, Canadian Expatriate health insurance, Visitors to Canada (travelers, foreign workers, and immigrants) emergency medical insurance, and international student health insurance. |
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