International Patients
Board-certified urological care in Hermosillo, Sonora — hours from the Arizona border
Hermosillo, Sonora is located just a few hours south of Tucson and Douglas, Arizona, making it one of the most accessible destinations in Mexico for patients from the United States seeking specialized urological care. Dr. Pineda is a board-certified urologist with active memberships in both the American Urological Association (AUA) and the European Association of Urology (EUA). He operates in hospitals that meet the highest quality standards in the city and provides consultations in English.
What We Treat
Urological Conditions
Prostate Conditions
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostate cancer, and prostatitis — full evaluation and treatment.
Kidney Stones
Laser lithotripsy and PCNL — minimally invasive procedures with fast recovery times.
Urologic Oncology
Prostate, kidney, and bladder cancer — laparoscopic surgery available.
Male Urology
Erectile dysfunction, vasectomy, male infertility workup and treatment.
Female Urology
Urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, recurrent urinary tract infections.
Pediatric Urology
Phimosis, cryptorchidism, bedwetting — compassionate care for children.
How It Works
Your Care Process
Medical Evaluation
Comprehensive in-person evaluation with Dr. Pineda, including imaging and laboratory review if needed.
Treatment Planning
A complete treatment plan with procedure details, preparation instructions, and recovery timeline.
Procedure & Follow-Up
Surgery or procedure performed in a top-quality hospital, with written post-operative instructions for your return home.
Why Choose Dr. Pineda?
- Active member of the American Urological Association (AUA)
- Active member of the European Association of Urology (EUA)
- Board-certified by the Consejo Mexicano de Urología (CMU) — License No. 8854178
- Consultations and follow-up available in English
- Hermosillo: 3–4 hours from Tucson, and 1.5 hours from the Douglas / Agua Prieta border crossing
- Procedures performed in hospitals meeting the highest quality standards in the city
- Significantly lower costs than comparable US procedures — without sacrificing quality
Credentials & Memberships
Getting Here
Hermosillo is Closer Than You Think
Approximately 3.5 hours by car via the Nogales / Mariposa border crossing.
Approximately 5 hours by car, or a short direct flight to Hermosillo International Airport.
Approximately 1.5 hours south of the border — the easiest crossing for eastern Arizona.
Hermosillo General International Airport (HMO) offers direct flights from Phoenix (PHX), Los Angeles (LAX), and other US cities.
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