Hospital San José TecSalud

Hospital San José TecSalud is a premier 200-bed academic medical center in Monterrey, Nuevo León, and a cornerstone of the TecSalud health system operated by Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM) — one of the most prestigious universities in Latin America, consistently ranked among the top 200 universities worldwide. Founded in 1969, Hospital San José combines the rigorous academic standards of a university teaching hospital with cutting-edge clinical care, making it one of Mexico's most innovative healthcare institutions. The hospital holds Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, placing it among an elite group of Mexican hospitals that meet the world's highest healthcare quality standards. As a university hospital, San José TecSalud maintains an active clinical research program, participates in international clinical trials, and trains the next generation of medical professionals — ensuring that patients benefit from the latest evidence-based treatments and medical innovations. Monterrey's proximity to the US border — approximately 150 miles south of the Texas border — makes Hospital San José TecSalud highly accessible for American patients. Monterrey International Airport offers direct flights from Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Chicago, Los Angeles, and other US cities. Patients from South Texas can drive to Monterrey in under three hours from border crossings at Laredo or McAllen. The cardiac sciences program is one of northern Mexico's most comprehensive, performing coronary artery bypass surgery, valve replacement and repair, transcatheter procedures, cardiac catheterization with interventional capabilities, electrophysiology studies, and complex congenital heart surgery. The cardiac catheterization laboratory features state-of-the-art biplane angiography and intravascular imaging. Heart surgery at Hospital San José costs 50-70% less than comparable procedures in the United States. The oncology center provides a full spectrum of cancer care including surgical oncology, medical oncology with the latest chemotherapy regimens and immunotherapy protocols, and radiation oncology. The hospital's academic affiliation enables access to clinical trials and novel therapies not widely available at community hospitals. A multidisciplinary tumor board meets regularly to develop personalized treatment plans for complex cancer cases. Neurosciences at TecSalud represent one of the hospital's core strengths, with advanced neurosurgery for brain tumors, cerebrovascular disease, epilepsy, and complex spinal pathology. The neurology department provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and neuromuscular disorders. Neuronavigation technology, intraoperative monitoring, and advanced neuroimaging enhance surgical precision and safety. Orthopedic services include total joint replacement with computer-assisted navigation, sports medicine, arthroscopy, complex trauma reconstruction, hand surgery, and pediatric orthopedics. The spine surgery center treats herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative conditions, scoliosis, and spinal tumors using both minimally invasive and traditional approaches. The organ transplant program performs kidney and liver transplants with a multidisciplinary team of transplant surgeons, nephrologists, hepatologists, and immunologists. The program's outcomes are among the best in Mexico, with survival rates comparable to leading US transplant centers. The cost of kidney transplant at Hospital San José is approximately 60-70% lower than in the United States. The robotic surgery program utilizes the da Vinci system for minimally invasive procedures across urology, gynecology, general surgery, and thoracic surgery. Robotic prostatectomy, hysterectomy, and colorectal procedures offer patients smaller incisions, less postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery. Bariatric surgery at Hospital San José includes gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and revisional weight loss procedures performed by fellowship-trained bariatric surgeons. The comprehensive program includes preoperative medical optimization, psychological evaluation, nutritional counseling, and long-term follow-up support. Gastroenterology offers advanced endoscopic procedures, therapeutic endoscopy, and management of complex gastrointestinal conditions. The fertility center provides IVF, assisted reproduction technologies, and reproductive endocrinology services backed by university-level research capabilities. International patients benefit from bilingual (English-Spanish) patient coordinators, transparent pricing, medical records coordination, and travel assistance. The TecSalud brand carries significant prestige in Mexico, and the hospital's university affiliation ensures ongoing investment in technology, training, and quality improvement. Hospital San José TecSalud offers the rare combination of academic medical excellence, advanced technology, JCI-accredited quality, and Mexican affordability — making it a top destination for patients seeking world-class healthcare near the US border.