If you are thinking about medical care, your searches may have pointed in the direction of Tijuana, México. As we covered previously, the Mexican city is one of the prime destinations for medical tourism, due to its varied offering and lower prices compared to the U.S.
In Tijuana, ITC – Immunity Therapy Center is one of the region’s prime examples that offer alternative and integrative care. Founded in 2007 by physician Dr. Carlos Bautista, the Hospital and Medical Center in Zona Río brings together immune, alternative, intravenous, ozone and oxygen therapies, and nutrition under what it calls its Five Healing Pillars.
The experience is designed around longer treatment programs rather than a single appointment. International patients can travel to Tijuana for several weeks of care, to obtain an experience that includes medical monitoring, holistic treatments, meals and transportation.
But understanding ITC goes beyond its treatment menu. Its story is closely tied to Bautista’s career, the physicians who work alongside him and a broader wellness ecosystem that also includes Montevalle Resort & Spa in Valle de Guadalupe.
ITC – Immunity Therapy Center at a Glance: What to Know
Located on Blvd. Padre Kino in Tijuana’s Zona Río, ITC – Immunity Therapy Center was established in 2007 by Dr. Carlos Bautista, its founder and Medical Director. He is joined by physicians Adolfo Carrillo, David Alvarez and Pablo Orozco, along with nursing and support staff.
The center organizes its innovative approach around five areas or pillars:
- Immune Therapies
- Alternative Therapies
- Intravenous Therapies
- Ozone & Oxygen Therapies
- Nutrition
A three-week outpatient program costs $18,995 USD and includes the treatments and diagnostic testing included in the patient’s plan, meals from Monday through Saturday, and transportation to and from the center. The three-week inpatient program costs $29,995 USD and includes 24-hour nursing care, room and board, and a personalized treatment program additionally. Accommodation, airfare, surgery and blood transfusions are not included, and certain therapies may involve additional charges.
The Five-Pillar Method, Explained
The easiest way to understand the treatment philosophy at ITC is through its Five Healing Pillars. Rather than presenting one therapy as the center’s defining treatment, the five categories provide the framework for creating individual treatment programs.
Immune Therapies
Immune therapies focus on supporting the body’s natural defenses. Rather than targeting disease in isolation, these therapies aim to restore immune balance, retrain immune tolerance, and revitalize the body’s capacity to heal.
Alternative Therapies
Alternative therapies focus on restoring homeostasis, the body’s ability to self-regulate and heal. Studies have shown that patients who engaged in complementary therapies during cancer treatment reported better symptom management, emotional well-being, and immune function.
Intravenous Therapies
Intravenous therapies deliver nutrients and other substances to the bloodstream directly through an IV, bypassing the digestive system.
Ozone & Oxygen Therapies
Ozone and oxygen therapies seek to restore cellular oxygenation, reduce systemic inflammation, and rebalance oxidative stress, helping the body by addressing the root contributors to chronic disease.
Nutrition
A curated diet has shown to slow to enhance patient outcomes, reducing inflammation, and supporting overall health.
The important point is that these five categories are a framework, not a fixed checklist. A patient’s program is individualized, meaning the therapies used can vary according to their condition and treatment plan.
From a Pharmacy Childhood to Zona Río: The Story of Dr. Carlos Bautista
Long before ITC – Immunity Therapy Center opened its doors, Bautista’s interest in medicine was shaped by his family environment, as he regularly helped at his father’s pharmacy.
His professional path eventually led him to the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, where he studied medicine and later completed a master’s degree in Nutrition. His started professionally in 1994m when he started working in a hospital that offered alternative medicine.
Over the course of more than three decades, Bautista traveled internationally to study different approaches to alternative medicine. That experience eventually became the foundation for the model he would develop in Tijuana.
ITC opened in 2007 and its approach is cemented on the five pillars of integrative care. Rather than building the center around a single therapy, the model evolved around several different areas that work together to help the patient in a holistic way.
Bautista’s role also extends beyond Tijuana, as he is also involved with Montevalle Resort & Spa, a wellness destination in Valle de Guadalupe that reflects another side of his approach to health and well-being.
The Medical Team Behind Patient Care
Bautista is the founder and face of ITC – Immunity Therapy Center, but patient care involves a larger medical team. Dr. Adolfo Carrillo, Dr. David Alvarez and Dr. Pablo Orozco work alongside Bautista as treating physicians.
Carrillo trained at the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California and has collaborated with Bautista for several years. Alvarez studied at Universidad Xochicalco and is also certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support through the American Heart Association. Orozco trained at the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California and has worked as a treating physician at the center for several years.
The result is a model in which patients are not simply handed a list of therapies and left to navigate them independently. Medical staff remain involved during the treatment period, with physicians overseeing patients throughout their stay.
What does ITC – Immunity Therapy Center treats?
ITC – Immunity Therapy Center patients include people seeking treatment for a wide range of cancers. Its cancer programs cover numerous diagnoses, including breast, lung, prostate, colorectal, pancreatic and ovarian cancers, among others. An important thing to note is that the center accepts patients on any stage of the disease, from 1 to 4. As mentioned before, the integrative approach means that every patient is evaluated and will have a treatment program curated specifically for them, based on the evaluation results and individual situation.
The center also treats other autoimmune, chronic degenerative and infectious diseases thanks to the wide arrange of therapies and treatments it offer, like whole-body and localized hyperthermia, sonodynamic therapy, laser therapy, insulin potentiation therapy, intravenous cancer therapies, oxygen therapies, regenerative cell treatments and more.
Recognition in Health Tourism and Medical Events
ITC – Immunity Therapy Center has also built a presence in the medical tourism sector through several recent recognitions and events.
In June 2026, the Hospital and Medical Center received Baja California’s Health Tourism Seal, an official distinction promoted by the state’s tourism authorities for organizations participating in the health tourism sector.
It also participated in the Beljanski Integrative Cancer Conference, an event that brings together physicians, researchers and other professionals to discuss different approaches to cancer care. In there, Dr. Carlos Bautista even presented his innovative approach to patient care.
The organization also holds a certification from the World Association of Wellness and Medical Tourism for Certified Services in Wellness Medical Tourism, valid through November 2027.
Beyond Tijuana: The Bautista Connection to Montevalle
Now, if we are talking about being a patient and seeking wellness, both physical and mental, there’s more. About two hours south of San Diego, in Baja California’s Valle de Guadalupe, Montevalle Resort & Spa offers a very different setting but also related to Dr. Bautista.
Montevalle began with Bautista’s vision of creating a destination centered on health and wellness. Today, the resort combines private villas, a spa, pool and jacuzzi, outdoor activities, dining, wine experiences and wellness services.
The two properties serve different purposes, but that can complement each other if the patient requieres or wants it. ITC – Immunity Therapy Center is a Hospital and Medical Center in Tijuana focused on patient treatment, while Montevalle Resort & Spa is a resort and wellness destination that offers relaxation activities, massages, infusions, sports courts and even a restaurant, and wine tasting room.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is ITC – Immunity Therapy Center located?
ITC – Immunity Therapy Center is located on Blvd. Padre Kino in Zona Río, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, a central area of the city close to the U.S.-Mexico border.
How much does treatment at ITC cost?
ITC – Immunity Therapy Center currently has $18,995 USD price for a typical three-week outpatient treatment program, or $29,995 USD for a three-week inpatient program. The price covers the therapies and diagnostics included in the patient’s program, specified meals and beverages, and even 24-hour nursing care and accommodation, depending on the type of program.
How long are ITC’s treatment programs?
Three weeks is the typical program length listed by ITC, although some patients may require six weeks or longer depending on their individual circumstances.
Do the doctors and staff speak English?
Yes, ITC serves patients from the United States and other countries and provides English-language information and support for international patients.
Can a family member stay with me during treatment?
Yes. Patients can bring a family member or friend to Mexico during treatment. Accommodation for the accompanying person should be confirmed separately as part of the travel arrangements.
Does ITC treat advanced cancer?
ITC accepts patients with cancer at different stages, including stage 4. The treatment plan, duration and therapies can vary according to the individual diagnosis and circumstances.
