Dr. Francisco Rafael Hernandez Perez
Orthopedics
13+
Years of Experience
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Surgeon In Orthopedics And Traumatology
Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine
DOCTOR ATTACHED TO THE TRAUMATOLOGY, ORTHOPEDICS AND SPINE SURGERY SERVICE
Punta Mita Hospital
2018 - Present
Hospital Affiliations
Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine
Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine is a multi-specialty medical center in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, with over 20 years of trusted experience in regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy. The team specializes in immunology, infectious diseases, dental treatment, aesthetic medicine and cosmetology, as well as anti-aging, chronic diseases, neurology, sports medicine, and stem cell therapy. The clinic holds COFEPRIS approval, aligning with FDA standards for safety and quality. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, Latin America, the USA, Canada, and Australia visit the clinic most often. --- ## Accreditations & Recognition - COFEPRIS-approved laboratory meeting international standards for safety, quality, and personalized protocols - Accredited by the Federal Committee For Protection from Sanitary Risks --- ## Medical Specialties The clinic works with experienced experts in immunology, infectious diseases, dental care, aesthetic medicine, cosmetology, anti-aging therapies, chronic disease management, neurology, sports medicine, and stem cell therapy. | Specialty | Focus | |---|---| | Stem Cell Therapy | Fresh, never-frozen cells with 98–99% viability; mesenchymal stem cells for regeneration | | Immunology & Immunotherapy | Autoimmune disease management and cellular immunity support | | Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine | Mesenchymal stem cells to promote cell growth, regeneration, and improved immune system function | | Aesthetic Medicine & Cosmetology | Stem cell therapy, plasma facials, anti-aging IV treatments, facial rejuvenation, and stem cell–based cosmetic products | | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine | Orthopedic and sports injury recovery | | Neurology | Treatment for neurological conditions | | Ophthalmology | Eye health and vision restoration | | Oncology | Integrative cancer support protocols | --- ## Facilities - In-house laboratory utilizing mesenchymal stem cells with same-day harvest and application - Stem cell therapy and plasma facial services; anti-aging IV treatments and facial rejuvenation capabilities - Plasmapheresis treatment for blood purification, separating and treating plasma before reinfusion - Modern, state-of-the-art facility located in Marina Vallarta designed for patient comfort and clinical excellence --- ## International Patient Services - Extensive experience providing medical care to international patients within the medical tourism sector, adapting clinical protocols and patient experience standards to meet global expectations for quality and safety - Located just a 10-minute drive from PVR Airport with seamless airport transfers available - Puerto Vallarta offers a warm climate and welcoming services to support healing and recovery --- ## Patient Experience Unlike facilities that offer one-size-fits-all packages, Immunotherapy Regenerative Medicine in Puerto Vallarta meticulously designs protocols by certified medical specialists to address the root cause of illness and harness the body's innate healing potential through cutting-edge biological therapies. The clinic is led by physicians known for cutting-edge stem cell therapies and comprehensive research, with a professional and warm team providing a clean, comfortable environment for healing.
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Punta Mita Hospital
Punta Mita Hospital, located in the Riviera Nayarit region of Mexico, offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including 24/7 emergency care, a walk-in clinic, and house calls. It also features a diagnostic laboratory, two operating rooms, a fertility clinic, and both general and plastic surgery capabilities.
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General Surgery
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General Medicine
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Orthopedics
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Spine Care/Surgery
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