Influenza Vaccine: symptoms and which specialist to see

Influenza Vaccine

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Influenza Vaccine in Mexico

The influenza vaccine is one of the most requested preventive measures in the Mexican health system. At El Doctor, 3,496 specialists are registered who administer or prescribe this vaccine throughout the country.

Specialists who administer it

The professionals most involved in influenza vaccination are pediatricians (1,997), general practitioners (1,220), pulmonologists (244), neonatologists (43), and internists (7). Pediatricians lead in administration because of childhood vaccination schedules.

Where to find specialists

The cities with the greatest availability of specialists are Monterrey (465), Guadalajara (189), Mexico City (149), Tijuana (123), and Santiago de Querétaro (104).

Consultation cost

The average price of a consultation with specialists who administer the influenza vaccine is approximately $773 MXN, not including the cost of the vaccine itself.

Source: El Doctor database (eldoctor.com.mx), updated as of March 2026. This information is for guidance only and does not replace professional medical consultation. Always consult a specialist for an appropriate diagnosis and treatment.

Data on 3,487 doctors who treat influenza vaccine

Typical price

$600 MXN

Much the same as the national median

50% charge between $400 and $862 MXN

25% with verified license 34 with 15+ years of experience 33 speak English

Insurance accepted

AXA Seguros26 MetLife26 GNP Seguros23 Seguros Monterrey22 Seguros Banorte19 Allianz17

Which specialist treats influenza vaccine?

The flu vaccine is usually given by a pediatrician in children or a general practitioner in adults; a pulmonologist or pediatric pulmonologist may recommend it for patients with respiratory disease. See a specialist to find out if it's time for you to get vaccinated.

Pediatrician General Practitioner Pulmonologist Neonatologist Critical Care and Intensive Care Specialist Internist Pediatric Pulmonologist Pediatric Cardiologist