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Quick answers about appointments, costs, surgery, recovery and traveling from the US.
Fill out the form at the bottom of any page, message us on WhatsApp or call the office. Our team will confirm your date and time within one business day.
No. You can book directly with Dr. Zarur without a referral from another doctor.
In Tijuana at Core Medical & Surgery Center, and in Mexico City at Hospital Ángeles Pedregal, Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
An ID, any X-rays, MRI or medical reports you have, and a list of the medications you take.
Yes. You can send your MRI and reports for a remote review, and Dr. Zarur can talk with you by video call when needed.
Yes. Many patients come to us for a second opinion before deciding on surgery. Bring or send your imaging and previous reports.
Consultation fees vary by location and type of visit. Contact us and we’ll share the current fee. (Confirm whether fees will be published.)
It depends on the procedure, the hospital and your diagnosis. After reviewing your case, we send you a written plan with the full cost before you decide.
(Confirm with the client: insurers accepted in Mexico.) Our team can prepare the medical reports and invoices you need for reimbursement.
Some US plans reimburse care received abroad. We provide detailed reports and invoices so you can file a claim with your insurer.
(Confirm accepted methods: credit card, bank transfer, USD or MXN.)
Not necessarily. Many injuries improve with physical therapy, medication or injections. Surgery is recommended only when it’s the best way to recover.
A minimally invasive technique that uses a small camera and instruments through incisions of about one centimeter. It usually means less pain and a faster recovery.
It depends on the procedure. An arthroscopy may take a few weeks; an ACL reconstruction or joint replacement takes several months. You’ll receive a week-by-week plan.
At Core Medical & Surgery Center in Tijuana and at Hospital Ángeles Pedregal in Mexico City. (Confirm hospitals used for each procedure.)
Almost always. Rehab is a key part of the result, and Dr. Zarur coordinates it with your physical therapist, in Mexico or at home.
Office work is often possible within days or weeks; physical work and sport take longer. Dr. Zarur sets each milestone based on your progress.
It’s a short drive from the San Ysidro and Otay Mesa border crossings.
Yes. Send your MRI and reports through the remote assessment form or WhatsApp, and our team will contact you within one business day.
Yes. Dr. Zarur and his team communicate in English and Spanish, from your first message to your follow-up.
A valid passport or passport card to return to the United States. Many patients use the SENTRI or Ready Lane to save time.
It depends on the procedure. Dr. Zarur will tell you when it’s safe to drive or fly home. (Validate typical stays by procedure.)
Follow-up continues by video call, and we coordinate with your local physical therapist.
An orthopedic and sports surgeon with more than 35 years of experience, former President of the Medical Commission of the Mexican Football Federation and team physician for professional clubs.
Yes. He is certified in orthopedics and traumatology. Professional license 1062319 and specialty license AECEM-22491.
No. Most of his patients are everyday people: runners, weekend athletes and adults with joint pain. Everyone receives the same level of care.
Our team answers in English or Spanish, Monday to Friday.
