International Patient Facilitators

International Patient Facilitators International Patient Facilitators (IPF) is your guide to bariatric and cosmetic surgery and dentistry in Mexico.

We coordinate surgeon & hospital selection, scheduling, travel & lodging, nutrition coaching, and aftercare
Compassion · Clarity · Care. International Patient Facilitators assists and coordinates for patients traveling to Cancun and Tijuana Mexico for medical and dental services. We organize all of the details involved in traveling abroad for medical services.

I’ve been watching something shift over the past year…More and more people are turning to options like GLP-1 medications...
04/11/2026

I’ve been watching something shift over the past year…

More and more people are turning to options like GLP-1 medications and peptides — and honestly, I understand why.

For some, it’s been life-changing.

But what I’m also seeing is a lot of people navigating it alone…
guessing doses, unsure about side effects, not really knowing how to support their body properly through the process.
And that part doesn’t sit right with me.

So I decided to step in — in a way that feels aligned with who I am and how I work.

I’ve set up access to a medical platform where you can speak with a provider and explore these options properly — not randomly, not blindly.

And if you do choose to go that route, I can support you on the nutrition side, which (in my world) is just as important as the medication itself.

No pressure. No hype.

Just a more guided, responsible way to approach it.

If this is something you’ve been thinking about, comment “INFO” or message me privately and I’ll point you in the right direction.

Sheri 🤍

There isn’t just ONE way to take care of yourself…I left Canada and built my own version of healthcare 🌍✔ I self-pay for...
04/05/2026

There isn’t just ONE way to take care of yourself…

I left Canada and built my own version of healthcare 🌍

✔ I self-pay for labs + specialists (fast, affordable)
✔ I focus on prevention instead of waiting
✔ I carry expat emergency insurance for peace of mind

And honestly?

I feel MORE supported now than I ever did before.

My last dental cleaning in Vietnam?
$7 USD… and one of the best I’ve ever had.

You have more options than you think.

I wrote a blog about how I handle this for my personal situation. Link is in the comments.

If this makes you curious… comment “INFO” and I’ll share exactly how I set this up for myself.

✨ Sheri

Okay… I didn’t expect this to move this fast 😳After all the conversations happening here about:• hormones• low energy• w...
04/02/2026

Okay… I didn’t expect this to move this fast 😳

After all the conversations happening here about:

• hormones
• low energy
• weight not moving

I realized something…And it honestly changed how I look at all of this.

Most people aren’t stuck because nothing works —

they’re stuck because they don’t actually know what’s going on in their body.

So, I’ve opened up access to two options:

👉 A private consultation with a functional doctor I trust
👉 And a medical provider where you can explore options like GLP-1 and hormone support

This is for people who are:

• tired of guessing
• frustrated with “everything looks normal”
• ready to finally understand what’s happening

If you want details, comment “INFO” and I’ll message you privately.

Sheri 🤍

I'm writing this from Southeast Asia—having simplified my life, expanded my businesses, and feeling more aligned.I wrote...
02/07/2026

I'm writing this from Southeast Asia—having simplified my life, expanded my businesses, and feeling more aligned.

I wrote a new blog sharing:
• why this season feels different
• what’s launching next
• how health, travel, autonomy, and lifestyle are finally integrating
• and what this means not just for me — but for you

👉 Read the full post - link in the comments:

Mommy Makeover in Istanbul — handled from start to finish.Thinking about a Mommy Makeover but feeling overwhelmed by log...
02/05/2026

Mommy Makeover in Istanbul — handled from start to finish.
Thinking about a Mommy Makeover but feeling overwhelmed by logistics, recovery, and post-op care?

This is exactly why we created a fully all-inclusive Mommy Makeover experience in Istanbul — handled from start to finish.

Here’s what’s included:
🩺 3 nights in hospital with full medical monitoring
🏨 7 nights hotel stay for comfortable recovery
🚗 All ground transportation arranged
🤍 A dedicated medical concierge by your side
📅 Post-op appointments already scheduled

All you need to do is book your flights ✈️
We take care of everything else.

If you’re curious about:
• Other cosmetic procedures
• Different surgery combinations
• Pricing or sample itineraries

Don’t be shy — let’s chat. 💬
👉 Read the full blog here (see the comment section):

Comment “INFO” or DM me and I’ll answer your questions personally.

It’s time to live in the body you’ve always dreamed of.

2025 wasn’t just another year.It was a pivot year.Letting go. Refining. Simplifying.Quietly building something much bigg...
01/27/2026

2025 wasn’t just another year.
It was a pivot year.
Letting go. Refining. Simplifying.
Quietly building something much bigger than what was visible from the outside.
2026 is ex*****on.
Where it all comes together — for me, for my businesses, and for what’s coming next.
I shared the real shift and the direction forward on my new site.
Link in comments

🌎✨ Dreaming of life abroad? I don’t blame you — it’s magical.But after living this lifestyle myself and helping hundreds...
11/26/2025

🌎✨ Dreaming of life abroad? I don’t blame you — it’s magical.
But after living this lifestyle myself and helping hundreds of expats, I see one super common little mistake people make when they move overseas.
It’s not scary… it’s just something no one really talks about until you need it. 🤍
I wrote a blog about it to help you feel more confident, more prepared, and way less stressed as you build your beautiful life abroad.
📖 Read it here (link in comments)

2025 Price Check: What Patients Really Pay in Mexico ✨There’s so much noise online about the “true cost” of medical proc...
11/19/2025

2025 Price Check: What Patients Really Pay in Mexico ✨
There’s so much noise online about the “true cost” of medical procedures in Mexico — so I broke it ALL down for you.
Real numbers. Real case examples. Zero fluff.
👉 From bariatric to cosmetic to dental, here’s exactly what to expect in 2025.
👉 Transparent pricing so you can plan with confidence.
👉 And yes — Mexico is STILL one of the best-value destinations worldwide.
💻 Read the full breakdown:
https://international-patient-facilitators.com/2025-price-check-what-patients-actually-pay-in-mexico/
If you want help planning your medical trip, I’m always just a message away.
— Sheri
IPF • MMM 🇲🇽✈️💙














Thinking of relocating to Mexico (or already there) and wondering how healthcare works for expats?You’re going to love t...
11/11/2025

Thinking of relocating to Mexico (or already there) and wondering how healthcare works for expats?
You’re going to love this.
Mexico offers top-tier private hospitals, modern diagnostics, English-speaking doctors and costs that won’t send your budget into orbit. But yes — there are some realities you’ll want to know before you need care. 👇(link to blog in the comments)

For years, I’ve helped clients travel for medical and cosmetic procedures safely, affordably, and confidently. Now, I’m ...
11/05/2025

For years, I’ve helped clients travel for medical and cosmetic procedures safely, affordably, and confidently. Now, I’m excited to host small, curated cosmetic surgery groups — where we travel together, support each other, heal together, and return home feeling renewed, empowered, and glowing from the inside out.
Click on the link for more information.

The new year is approaching — and with it comes that beautiful, powerful energy of fresh starts, self-investment, and personal evolution. If you’ve been thinking about cosmetic surgery as part of your transformation journey, I’ve created a special opportunity for you to take the leap with guid...

Wrapped an incredible round of hospital + clinic interviews in Turkey 🇹🇷✨The future of medical travel? It’s HERE — and i...
11/03/2025

Wrapped an incredible round of hospital + clinic interviews in Turkey 🇹🇷✨
The future of medical travel? It’s HERE — and it’s world-class.
New partnerships.
New programs.
New patient benefits.
This wasn’t a vacation. It was research, collaboration, and quality validation — all to build the next generation of cross-border care.
And trust me… this is just the beginning. Big things are coming. ✨✈️
Want to stay ahead of the curve? See the video link in the comments.
👇 Comment TURKEY - for more information



Over the years I’ve worn a few hats — medical tourism coordinator, expat health guide, vitamin nag (you know who you are...
10/03/2025

Over the years I’ve worn a few hats — medical tourism coordinator, expat health guide, vitamin nag (you know who you are 😉)… and through it all I realized something:
It’s not just about booking surgery.
It’s not just about expat memberships.
It’s about people who need compassion, clarity, and care.
👉 Whether you’re coming to Mexico for surgery with IPF, living here as an expat with MMM, or staying strong with Bariatric Food Expert vitamins — you don’t have to figure this out alone.
👇 Read the blog - link in comments 👇

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International Patient Facilitators has been assisting and coordinating for patients traveling to Cancun and Tijuana Mexico for medical and dental services for over a decade. We organize all of the details involved in traveling abroad for medical services. Allow us to provide you with the information you require to make a well informed, educated decision for medical travel in Mexico.

Sheri Burke is a Bariatric Coordinator and Registered Holistic Nutritionist RHN who specializes in Bariatric Nutrition. She has worked for over a decade facilitating and coordinating for bariatric clients traveling to Mexico for surgery. She works with clients pre and post surgery to ensure that they reach their nutritional and weight loss goals.

Sheri has a background in administering surgery centers in Mexico and was appointed CEO of the company International Patient Facilitators in 2008 which specializes in the coordination and facilitation of bariatric procedures in Mexico. She provides clients with the education they require to make a well informed decision to travel abroad for their surgical procedures and she has presented at several international bariatric informational seminars.

When scheduling through International Patient Facilitators, clients receive nutritional guidance and professional facilitation services with Sheri Burke and her team. Sheri enables bariatric clients to meet their nutritional requirements for optimal health pre operatively and post operatively.