About Health Institute de Tijuana
About HIT
Our Story
Dr. Alicia Melendez, MD, met Charlotte Gerson in 1977 and began training with her at Hospital La Gloria in Tijuana, Mexico, the first hospital in the country to practice Gerson Therapy. Over the years, wherever Charlotte went, Dr. Melendez followed, learning and growing under her guidance.
In 2001, Dr. Melendez, along with her business partner Dr. Luz Bravo, opened Mexico's first licensed Gerson clinic in Playas de Tijuana. Charlotte played a key role , ensuring that every aspect of the clinic met the highest standards. She continued to visit the clinic and support its patients regularly until her retirement in 2013.
After Dr. Bravo's retirement in 2015, Dr. Melendez became the sole owner of the clinic and renamed it Health Institute de Tijuana (HIT). To this day, she remains actively involved in patient care, overseeing the medical staff, and reviewing applications in her role as Medical Director Emeritus.
Today, HIT is home to some of the world’s most experienced Gerson Therapy physicians. The Gerson Institute team regularly visits, and many former patients return to share their stories, offer advice, and encourage current patients. With decades of experience, the dedicated doctors, administrative staff, chefs, and support personnel at HIT are a testament to the exceptional level of care provided to those who seek treatment.
Meet The Team
At Health Institute de Tijuana, we are proud to introduce our expert team of healthcare professionals. Our team is composed of highly skilled and experienced individuals who are dedicated to providing exemplary care to our patients. From doctors to support staff, each member of our team is committed to your health and well-being.
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Facilities
Health Institute de Tijuana is a boutique clinic facility housing up to ten patients and their companions. The small, intimate setting offers each guest the benefit of receiving the highest quality of care.
Each guest and their companion stay in a private room with its own bathroom. Each room comes with Gerson-approved personal care items (soap, pill box) and comforts of home, including complimentary WiFi, cable TV, telephone, hair dryer, and an in-room safe deposit box.
On-site amenities also include an ozone-treated swimming pool, common room with a T.V. and ample room for yoga, as well as a cozy and comfortable courtyard to enjoy the year around perfect temperatures of the region.
Meals are individually plated in the communal dining area, where patients can enjoy “breaking bread” together. This offers the rare opportunity to connect with other patients going through the same journey. Meals can also be delivered to the room upon request.
Patients and their companions can also enjoy strolls along the beach during the day.
A team of licensed medical doctors and registered nurses are available24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Safety in Mexico
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At Health Institute de Tijuana, the safety and well-being of guests is a top priority.
While we have not had a single safety incident in more than 20 years, safety measures are in place. For example, a security guard and surveillance cameras are on site 24/7.
We also partner with a private transportation service to escort you from the airport (or your hotel) to the clinic. In addition, no outside foot traffic enters the clinic; only patients, their companion, and staff can enter the premises. The surrounding community also has an active neighborhood watch.