ENT Specialist Serving Patients from Guadalajara | Nose Surgery and Rhinoplasty

Guadalajara has a wide range of medical services, but for otolaryngology (ENT) conditions that require the subspecialty level Dr. Yáñez offers, many patients from Guadalajara seek a second opinion or definitive treatment in Mexico City. Sinus Center, at Hospital ABC Santa Fe, is that point of reference.

From Chapalita and Providencia to Puerta de Hierro and the residential neighborhoods of Zapopan, Guadalajara is home to a community of high-profile families and professionals with access to quality medical care, but with the same limitations as any city outside Mexico City when it comes to high-level surgical subspecialties. The flight between Miguel Hidalgo Airport and Mexico City International Airport takes less than an hour, which makes going to Hospital ABC Santa Fe a logistically reasonable decision when the case calls for it.

Patients from Guadalajara who see Dr. Yáñez often bring cases that have already been evaluated by one or more specialists without reaching a satisfactory solution. The experience built over decades of clinical practice and the diagnostic precision Sinus Center offers are what make that visit a turning point.

How it works and what sets us apart

When the resources available locally aren't enough for the case at hand, the best decision is to seek the right level of care, even if that means traveling. Sinus Center offers patients from Guadalajara that level of care less than an hour away by plane.

Diagnosis at the first appointment, without delays

Patients traveling from Guadalajara can't afford appointments that end with more tests and a return visit in a month. Dr. Yáñez structures the first appointment to reach a diagnostic conclusion during the same visit, using direct endoscopy and an immediate review of the medical history.

Flexible follow-up for out-of-town patients

Treatment logistics are organized with the fact in mind that the patient doesn't live in Mexico City. That means making the most of each visit to move forward as much as possible, and offering follow-up by telemedicine when the condition allows.

Here's how we can help:

Nose Surgery and Rhinoplasty

Patients from Guadalajara who have had nasal surgery evaluations without finding the level of confidence or experience their case requires may find in Dr. Yáñez the certainty they were looking for. With decades of functional nasal surgery, including techniques he developed himself in Mexico, his clinical judgment is hard to match.

Ear surgery

Complex ear conditions, including middle ear conditions, conductive hearing loss or conditions that have required previous surgery without a satisfactory result, benefit from the level of evaluation and experience Dr. Yáñez brings.

Laryngeal surgery

For patients from Guadalajara with laryngeal conditions who haven't received a clear diagnosis, direct endoscopic evaluation at Sinus Center can resolve, in a single visit, the uncertainty they've been living with for months.

Head and neck surgery

Guadalajara has access to high-level general medical care, but subspecialty head and neck surgery is still a field where nationally recognized specialists are concentrated mainly in Mexico City.

Endoscopic nasal surgery

Refractory chronic sinusitis that doesn't respond to conventional medical treatment has, in most cases, a structural cause that can be identified through endoscopy. For patients from Guadalajara who have been through multiple rounds of antibiotics without results, an evaluation at Sinus Center can be the first step toward a real solution.

Deviated septum surgery

Many patients in Guadalajara have been told they have a deviated septum and could have surgery, but haven't found a surgeon who inspires enough confidence. Dr. Yáñez's reputation and experience in septoplasty may be exactly what they were looking for.

Available Treatments

In addition to surgery, Sinus Center offers specialized treatments for a wide range of respiratory and ear conditions:


  • Sinusitis treatment
  • Turbinate Hypertrophy
  • Sleep apnea
  • Ear infection
  • Pediatric ear infections
  • Otologic Diseases
  • Earache
  • Paranasal sinus infection
  • Blocked Eustachian tube
  • Laryngeal disorders

We see patients from Guadalajara and nearby areas, in Mexico City

Dr. Carlos Yáñez sees patients from Guadalajara and western Mexico at Hospital ABC Santa Fe, Mexico City. The flight between Guadalajara and Mexico City takes less than an hour.

Meet Dr. Carlos Yáñez 

Otolaryngologist with more than three decades of clinical and surgical experience, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of complex diseases of the nose, paranasal sinuses, and Eustachian tube.



His practice is distinguished by a highly specialized approach to complex cases, particularly for patients who have spent years without an accurate diagnosis or an effective solution.

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Frequently asked questions

  • How does the consultation work?

    The consultation includes a detailed medical evaluation of your symptoms, history, and how your condition has progressed. Based on this, we’ll outline a diagnosis and the next steps best suited to your case.

  • Is the treatment determined at the first appointment?

    In many cases, the first consultation helps identify the likely cause of the problem and determine the next steps. The final treatment plan is based on a comprehensive evaluation and, if necessary, additional tests.

  • What types of conditions or specialties do you treat?

    We treat conditions affecting breathing and the upper airway, including chronic sinusitis, persistent nasal congestion, deviated septum, enlarged turbinates, sleep apnea, ear infections, and Eustachian tube problems, among others.

  • How do I know if I need surgery?

    Not all patients need surgery. Surgery is only considered when a diagnosis indicates a structural or functional problem that cannot be resolved with medical treatment. The decision is based on a thorough evaluation.

  • Are surgeries safe?

    If surgery is needed, it is performed using modern, minimally invasive techniques for greater precision and faster recovery. Each procedure is recommended only when clinically justified.

  • What technology or tests will I need?

    During your consultation, we’ll determine whether tests such as nasal endoscopy or imaging are needed. You don’t need to bring previous test results, though they can help with your evaluation.

  • Can I use my health insurance?

    Depending on your insurance plan, you may be able to find out how they handle your consultation. We can provide the necessary documentation for you to submit directly to your insurer. We recommend confirming coverage directly with your insurance company.

  • What if I need to cancel or reschedule my appointment?

    Please notify us in advance so we can reschedule your appointment. This helps us stay organized and make appointments available to other patients.