{"id":204,"date":"2026-11-12T04:58:39","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T10:58:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clinicaivo.com\/international-patients\/"},"modified":"2026-11-12T06:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T12:30:00","slug":"international-patients","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.clinicaivo.com\/en\/international-patients\/","title":{"rendered":"International Patients"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"ivo-eyebrow\">Welcome<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eye-care-in-mexico-city-planned-around-your-trip\">Eye care in Mexico City, planned around your trip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ivo-lead wp-block-paragraph\">Every year more patients from the United States, Canada, Central America and the Caribbean travel to Mexico City for eye surgery. At Cl\u00ednica Ivo we plan your visit with you before you book a flight, so your time here goes to your eyes, not to paperwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Ivo Ferreira is an ophthalmic surgeon who also trains other surgeons in intraocular surgery and takes part in developing new surgical platforms. His practice focuses on cataract surgery, presbyopia correction with premium intraocular lenses, laser refractive surgery and advanced dry eye treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ivo-eyebrow\">Why Cl\u00ednica Ivo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-international-patients-come-for\">What international patients come for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ivo-minis\"><li><h3>Cataract surgery<\/h3><p>Removal of the cataract and implantation of a premium intraocular lens chosen for your eyes and your daily life. <a href=\"\/en\/cataract-surgery\/\">Learn more<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><li><h3>Presbyopia surgery<\/h3><p>Lens-based correction for near, intermediate and distance vision, to reduce your dependence on reading glasses. <a href=\"\/en\/presbyopia-surgery\/\">Learn more<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><li><h3>Laser eye surgery<\/h3><p>Correction of myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism with the excimer laser, after a full evaluation of your corneas. <a href=\"\/en\/laser-surgery\/\">Learn more<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><li><h3>Dry eye treatment<\/h3><p>Advanced diagnosis and a personalized plan that treats the cause of dry eye, not just the symptoms. <a href=\"\/en\/dry-eye-treatment\/\">Learn more<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ivo-eyebrow\">Step by step<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-your-visit-works\">How your visit works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"ivo-steps\"><li><span class=\"n\">01<\/span><h3>Send us your case<\/h3><p>Write to us on WhatsApp or by e-mail with your main concern and, if you have them, your latest prescription, eye exam reports and any previous surgeries.<\/p><\/li><li><span class=\"n\">02<\/span><h3>We review it and propose a plan<\/h3><p>Our team reviews your information with Dr. Ferreira and tells you which tests you need on arrival, the likely treatment options and how many days to plan for in Mexico City.<\/p><\/li><li><span class=\"n\">03<\/span><h3>Book your trip<\/h3><p>Once the dates are agreed, we schedule your evaluation and, if appropriate, your treatment, so you can book your flights and accommodation with confidence.<\/p><\/li><li><span class=\"n\">04<\/span><h3>Evaluation in Mexico City<\/h3><p>On your first visit we carry out a complete eye exam with our diagnostic technology. Dr. Ferreira explains the results and your options clearly before any decision is made.<\/p><\/li><li><span class=\"n\">05<\/span><h3>Treatment and follow-up<\/h3><p>If you go ahead, your treatment is scheduled during your stay, with the follow-up visits you need before flying home. Afterwards you can stay in touch with us by WhatsApp or e-mail.<\/p><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ivo-eyebrow\">Before you travel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-have-ready\">What to have ready<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>A valid passport for your trip to Mexico.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Your latest glasses or contact lens prescription and any previous eye exam reports or surgical records.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>A list of the medications you take and any allergies.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>If you wear contact lenses, tell us when you write: you may need to stop wearing them some days before the evaluation.<\/li>\n\n\n<li>Travel insurance for your trip.<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ivo-eyebrow\">Your stay<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"getting-here-and-where-to-stay\">Getting here and where to stay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The clinic is at <strong>Dante 6, Anzures, Miguel Hidalgo, 11590, Mexico City<\/strong>, a quiet residential area next to Polanco and Chapultepec Park, close to many hotels, restaurants and services. From Mexico City International Airport (MEX) the drive usually takes 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic. <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/?cid=12679773226054892307\">View on Google Maps<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/image-clinica-1-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Cl\u00ednica Ivo in Anzures, Mexico City\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"ivo-eyebrow\">Common questions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ivo-faq2\"><details><summary>Where is the clinic?<\/summary><p>At Dante 6, Anzures, Miguel Hidalgo, 11590, Mexico City, next to Polanco and Chapultepec Park.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How do I request a visit from abroad?<\/summary><p>Write to us on WhatsApp at +52 55 6319 4803 or by e-mail at info@clinicaivo.com. Tell us where you are writing from, what is bothering your eyes and, if possible, send your latest prescription and reports.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Can I find out before traveling whether I am a candidate for surgery?<\/summary><p>We review the information you send and tell you what we can anticipate. The final decision is always made after a complete in-person evaluation, because some tests can only be done at the clinic.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How many days should I plan to stay?<\/summary><p>It depends on the treatment and on each patient. When we review your case we tell you how many days to plan for, including the follow-up visits Dr. Ferreira considers necessary before you fly home.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Can a family member come with me?<\/summary><p>Yes. We recommend traveling with a companion, especially if you are having surgery, so someone can accompany you on the day of the procedure.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>What happens after I return home?<\/summary><p>You can stay in touch with us by WhatsApp or e-mail. If you need follow-up with an eye doctor where you live, tell us and we will let you know what information they will need.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>What if I have an eye emergency while in Mexico City?<\/summary><p>Call our emergency line at +52 1 55 1291 5514, available 24 hours.<\/p><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ivo-callout\"><div><h2>Plan your visit to Cl\u00ednica Ivo<\/h2><p>Send us your case on WhatsApp or by e-mail and we will help you plan your evaluation and treatment in Mexico City.<\/p><\/div><a class=\"ivo-btn ivo-btn--light\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/525563194803?text=Hello%2C%20I%20am%20an%20international%20patient%20and%20I%20would%20like%20to%20plan%20a%20visit%20to%20Cl%C3%ADnica%20Ivo.\" data-ivo-event=\"cta_click\">Write to us on WhatsApp<\/a><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Patients from the United States, Canada, Central America and the Caribbean: we plan your evaluation and eye surgery in Mexico City with you, before you travel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"internacional","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-204","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>International Patients \u2013 Eye Surgery in Mexico City | Cl\u00ednica Ivo<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Traveling from the US, Canada or Central America for eye surgery? 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