Metabolic Syndrome treatment in Playa del Carmen

Metabolic Syndrome in Mexico

Metabolic syndrome is a set of clinical changes that includes abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated blood glucose levels, high triglycerides, and low HDL cholesterol. The simultaneous presence of these factors significantly increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. According to data from the National Health and Nutrition Survey (ENSANUT), Mexico has one of the highest prevalences of this syndrome in Latin America.

Specialists who treat metabolic syndrome

At El Doctor we have 4,296 physicians registered who treat this condition. The specialties with the greatest presence are: General Practitioner (2,166), Nutritionist (912), Internist (634), Endocrinologist (112), and Obesity and Weight Loss Specialist (109). The average consultation cost is approximately $568 MXN.

Cities with the greatest coverage

The cities with the most available specialists are Mexico City (884), Chihuahua (513), Aguascalientes (406), Cancun (320), and Celaya (188).

Managing metabolic syndrome requires a multidisciplinary approach that combines medical care, nutritional guidance, and ongoing follow-up. Consult a health professional to obtain a personalized diagnosis.

Source: El Doctor database (eldoctor.com.mx), March 2026. This information is for guidance only and does not replace professional medical consultation.