ENT Specialist Serving Patients from Metepec | Nose Surgery and Rhinoplasty

Metepec and the Toluca area have access to good general medical care, but for breathing and hearing conditions that require high-level specialty care, many patients in the area end up looking for the right specialist in Mexico City. Sinus Center, at Hospital ABC Santa Fe, is less than an hour away via the México-Toluca highway.

From Metepec and its residential communities such as La Asunción, San Pedro and the area around Plaza Patio Metepec, there is direct access to Mexico City via the toll highway. The Toluca area has its own medical ecosystem, but for subspecialty-level otolaryngology (ENT) surgery with high-tech equipment, Hospital ABC Santa Fe in Santa Fe is the closest option offering that level of care. For many families in the western State of Mexico, a forty-five-minute trip is worth the difference in the quality of the outcome.

Metepec patients who come to Sinus Center often bring long medical histories with no resolution: multiple rounds of antibiotics for sinusitis, children with recurring ear infections with no identified cause, or adults with snoring and sleep apnea that no local specialist has addressed comprehensively. Dr. Yáñez reviews those histories carefully and proposes a clear plan from the first visit.

How it works and what sets us apart

When a problem has gone unresolved for months or years, the next step isn't the same old treatment but a different kind of evaluation. Sinus Center offers exactly that: an approach that starts with an in-depth diagnosis, not with trial-and-error management of recurring symptoms.

A single visit can set the course

Many Metepec patients who come to Sinus Center leave their first visit with more clarity than they had after years of previous appointments. Dr. Yáñez evaluates the case with direct endoscopy, reviews the medical history and reaches a diagnostic conclusion in the same session.

Coordination designed for patients traveling from afar

Sinus Center can organize the evaluation and procedures efficiently to minimize the number of trips needed. When the case allows it, a single visit can include the diagnosis, the plan and scheduling of the procedure.

Here's how we can help:

Nose Surgery and Rhinoplasty

Metepec patients who have looked for functional nasal surgery in Toluca without finding the level of experience their case requires have an accessible option at Sinus Center, less than an hour away. The nasal evaluation includes direct endoscopy and, when needed, a CT scan of the sinuses.

Ear surgery

Ear problems in Metepec children that keep coming back despite conventional pediatric treatment deserve a specialist evaluation. The ear evaluation at Sinus Center includes hearing function tests and an analysis of the Eustachian tube that go far beyond a basic ear check.

Laryngeal surgery

A changing voice, a cough that won't go away or a feeling of pressure in the throat are symptoms that, in Metepec, don't always find a specialist with the instruments needed for a direct diagnosis. The endoscopic laryngeal evaluation at Sinus Center closes that gap in a single visit.

Head and neck surgery

Head and neck conditions such as thyroid nodules, neck masses or oral cavity lesions require a specialist with hands-on experience in surgery of this area. Hospital ABC Santa Fe offers the infrastructure needed to diagnose and treat complex conditions.

Endoscopic nasal surgery

Chronic sinusitis is especially common in the Toluca Valley, where altitude, cold weather and air quality can contribute to persistent inflammation of the paranasal sinuses. When medical treatments aren't enough, endoscopic nasal surgery can be the definitive solution.

Deviated septum surgery

At the altitude of the Toluca Valley, a nose that doesn't work well has a greater impact than at sea level: the air is drier and colder. Septoplasty has a recovery that can be planned: most patients can have the procedure on a Friday and return to basic activities at the start of the following week.

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 serve patients near Metepec and surrounding areas

Sinus Center serves patients from Metepec and the Toluca area at Hospital ABC Santa Fe, less than an hour away via the México-Toluca highway. The clinic also sees patients from Zinacantepec, Lerma, Almoloya and neighboring municipalities in the State of Mexico.

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.