Canela Health Connections

11/12/2025

Michael was told he’d have to wait 2 years for his heart valvue replacement

He couldn’t wait that long.

Three weeks later, he was in Mexico, being operated on by a top cardiovascular team.

Today, his life is completely different.

“It was the best decision I could’ve made.”

If you’ve been waiting for a surgery that never seems to come, don’t wait for the system to change.

Change your story instead.

— Jorge Canela
Director, Canela Health Connections

11/10/2025

Not all hospitals in Mexico are the same.

That’s why Canela Health Connections works exclusively with Hospitales Puerta de Hierro, one of Latin America’s leading private healthcare networks.

✅ Accredited by the Mexican Government
✅ International Certification (Joint Commission)
✅ Over 20 Years of Medical Excellence

This partnership isn’t random — Puerta de Hierro only collaborates with organizations that uphold transparency, ethics, and genuine patient care.

And Canela Health Connections is their exclusive partner for Canadian patients.

Your health deserves world-class care.

— Jorge Canela
Director, Canela Health Connections

11/10/2025

✨ Facing long surgical wait times in Canada? There are safe alternatives.

I recently had the opportunity to speak with Shannon Marin from Luxx Life Global about the real consequences Canadians face when waiting months—or even years—for essential surgeries, and how this impacts our quality of life and health.

In this interview, I also share how Canela Health Connections supports Canadians in safely accessing accredited medical care in Mexico, working only with vetted specialists and trusted hospitals.

🇨🇦✨ We are proud to be the only BC-based Canadian company dedicated exclusively to supporting medical travel to Mexico, offering guidance, coordination, and professional support to protect patients from the risks of navigating international healthcare alone.

🚨 There are risks in trying to find treatment abroad without proper counsel. Our mission is to make sure Canadians can access care safely, responsibly, and with peace of mind.

🎥 Watch the full conversation here:
👉 https://youtu.be/xNt4LDgG04o?si=c8UYj4gDQiwll1HZ

🙏 Thank you, Shannon Marin and Luxx Life Global, for the opportunity to share this important message. Your platform is helping bring awareness to real solutions for Canadians.

If you are considering medical treatment in Mexico or want to learn more, feel free to reach out — I am here to help guide you. 🌿🇲🇽

Sincerely,

Jorge Canela Magallan M.Sc.
Director - Canela Health Connections Inc.

https://youtu.be/xNt4LDgG04o?si=c8UYj4gDQiwll1HZ

🎥 Episode with Dr. Jorge Canela | Accessing High-Quality Healthcare in MexicoJoin me, Shannon Marin of Luxx Life Global, as I sit down with Dr. Jorge Canela...

11/07/2025

Your health journey doesn’t have to be complicated.

With Canela Health Connections, you’ll know every step:

1️⃣ Free Consultation – Today
2️⃣ Medical Evaluation – 48 hours
3️⃣ Meet Your Surgeon – Week 1
4️⃣ Surgery Date Confirmed – Week 2
5️⃣ Procedure Complete – Week 3-4
6️⃣ Follow-up Care – Ongoing

Clear. Simple. Transparent.

Because your recovery should start with peace of mind. 🌿

11/04/2025

Waiting isn’t free.

While you’re on a waitlist, you’re still paying — silently.

✖ Monthly pain medication
✖ Ongoing physiotherapy
✖ Lost work days
✖ Emotional stress and reduced energy
✖ Gradual joint deterioration

It may not show in your bank account, but it shows in your body — and in your daily life.

At Canela Health Connections, we believe that waiting should never be part of the treatment.

✈️ In just three weeks, you could be in recovery — not in waiting.

— Jorge Canela
Director, Canela Health Connections

11/04/2025

Sick and tired of waiting months — or even years — just to see a doctor in Canada? 😡
You’re not alone. Endless waitlists, constant frustration, and no answers in sight. But there is another way.

We sat down with Dr. Jorge Canela, a Mexico-trained physician based in Canada who helps people get top-quality healthcare in Mexico — fast, efficient, and stress-free. From travel planning to appointments, he handles everything so you don’t get stuck in the system.

Stop being trapped. Stop waiting. Take control of your health now.
🎥 Watch the full interview on Luxx Life Global’s YouTube channel

11/03/2025

🕒 Did you know?

The average wait time for hip or knee replacement in Canada is 22 months.

That’s almost 2 years of pain, limitations, and uncertainty.

You don’t have to keep waiting.

There’s another option — safe, certified, and available in weeks.

✈️ Canela Health Connections – Connecting Canadians to quality care in Mexico.

10/30/2025

“I can’t afford it.”

That’s what many people tell me when I explain that they can have surgery in Mexico.

But few ever calculate how much waiting really costs.

💊 Medications: $2,200
🏋️ Physiotherapy: $4,000
💼 Lost income: $6,000

And the most painful cost of all — your quality of life.

The system has made us believe that “waiting for free” is the cheaper option.
But there’s nothing more expensive than living in pain, losing mobility, or being unable to do what you love.

At Canela Health Connections, we offer a safe, transparent, and affordable alternative so you can get your life back without waiting years.

💬 Free consultation. No pressure, no hidden fees.

— Jorge Canela
Director, Canela Health Connections

10/29/2025

In Canada, thousands of people wait up to 2 years for a surgery that could change their lives.

Meanwhile, in Mexico… those same procedures can be done in just 3 to 4 weeks, in internationally accredited hospitals.

The difference isn’t the quality.

The difference is time.

And when it comes to your health, waiting also has a cost.

✈️ At Canela Health Connections, we help you access safe, fast, and transparent surgeries in Mexico — with no waiting lists.

💬 Free consultation. No commitment.

Because your life shouldn’t have to wait.

— Jorge Canela
Canela Health Connections

10/17/2025

🌱 Discover the Promise of Stem Cells + Regenerative Medicine 🌱
We are witnessing an exciting leap forward in stem cell science — one that gives us hope for regenerating vital organs and restoring health from within.
A recent USC-led study demonstrated a new method for growing nephron progenitor cells (NPCs) — the building blocks of the kidney’s filtration system — from human stem cells in a lab. With this refined “cocktail,” scientists can expand NPCs more efficiently, reprogram certain kidney cells into NPC-like cells, and use them for disease modeling, genetic studies, and potentially drug development.
This discovery exemplifies the remarkable possibilities that regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy hold:
• Repairing or regenerating tissues and organs
• Modeling diseases more effectively (to find better treatments)
• Personalizing therapies using a person’s own cells
• Unlocking new approaches to chronic or degenerative conditions
🔗 Read the full article here → USC-led study introduces a new and improved way to grow the cells that give rise to the kidney’s filtration system https://stemcell.keck.usc.edu/usc-led-study-introduces-a-new-and-improved-way-to-grow-the-cells-that-give-rise-to-the-kidneys-filtration-system/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

If you’re curious about how stem cell therapies might help you or your loved ones, we can help make the connection. Reach out to Canela Health Connections, and we’ll connect you with Angel’s Hope, the certified specialists in regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy in Mexico.

✨ Message us for more information, or to schedule a free consultation.

10/07/2025

There’s something you need to know about Canela Health Connections

We are the ONLY Canadian medical facilitator accredited and recognized by Mexico’s Secretary of Tourism and the Mexican government, with an official agreement and direct access to in Guadalajara.

Why does this matter?

Because Hospitales Puerta de Hierro isn’t just “another hospital” in Mexico.

It’s part of the largest private hospital network in Latin America.
International certification guaranteeing the highest medical quality standards.
State-of-the-art medical technology comparable to any top hospital in Toronto or Vancouver.
Over 20 years of impeccable medical track record.

But here’s the difference:

Puerta de Hierro is VERY selective about who can bring international patients.

They don’t work with just any “medical tourism agency” or concierge service.

They work exclusively with partners who share their standards of quality, transparency, and patient care.

And Canela Health Connections is their official exclusive partner for Canadian patients.

Recently, we’ve seen services claiming to have “access” to Puerta de Hierro without holding a formal agreement. Before trusting any facilitator, you have the right to ask for:

✓ Official accreditation from the Mexican government
✓ Verifiable documentation of their alliance with the hospital
✓ Direct confirmation from the hospital

When you work with Canela Health, you work with the only facilitator that Puerta de Hierro officially recognizes for Canadian patients.

Your health deserves transparency, not just promises.

09/16/2025

🌎✨ Exciting News from Canela Health Connections! ✨🌎

Are you a snowbird planning a trip to Mexico this winter? Or maybe you’ve been waiting too long in Canada for a medical procedure—hip/knee replacement, cardiology, spinal surgery, or dental work—and are curious about private care options abroad. If so, we’ve got something special for you.

📅 Join us in person at the Vancouver International Travel Expo (VITExpo)
🗓 Saturday, September 20, 2025
📍 Vancouver Convention Centre, East Building Vancouver International Travel Expo

At our booth, Canela Health Connections will be ready to answer your questions about:
•How private medical care works in Mexico — from surgery planning to post-treatment follow-up
•Doctors and hospitals we partner with, safety standards, patient care, and travel coordination
•The costs, timelines, and how choosing private care in Mexico can help you avoid long wait lists here in Canada

🎟 Free Tickets Available!
We have a limited number of free VITExpo tickets — first-come, first-served. If you’re interested, please email us contact@canelahealth.com and we’ll send one your way.