Orthopedics and Traumatology - Punta de Mita, Nayarit
Dr. Francisco Hernández
Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology with focus on spine surgery, joint replacement and selected fractures.
My practice focuses on clearly assessing spine and back problems, joint wear and fractures, to define the correct route according to symptoms, physical examination and imaging studies. I operate exclusively at Hospital Punta Mita, with advanced training supported by AOSpine Latin America.

Medical Training and Credentials
Academic training, professional certification and continuous updating in orthopedics and spine surgery.
- CMOT
- AOSpine
- Punta Mita Hospital
- AO Trauma
- Conacot
Academic background
Surgeon and Midwife
Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon (UANL)
Gen. 2005-2011 - Prof. Céd. 8042876
Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology
Autonomous University of Sinaloa (UAS)
Gen. 2013-2017 - Sp. Ed. 10625160
Certification and memberships
Certified by the Mexican Council of Orthopedics and Traumatology (CMOT).
AOSpine Member
Advanced spine training
AOSpine Principles Workshop Course
Spine Microsurgery Course
Dr. Andreas Korge
Observership - Hospital Español
Mendoza, Argentina
Continuing Education - Prevention, Management and Diagnosis of Pathologies of the Spine
AOSpine Latin America
Cert. Universidade de Caxias do Sul, Brazil

My approach to the patient: clinical clarity and well-informed decisions
Not all cases require surgery. The priority is to understand what is causing the pain or limitation, review studies with criteria and define the most reasonable route for each patient.
1. Clear diagnosis before any decision
Clinical assessment based on symptoms, physical examination and imaging studies.
2. Clear explanation of options and next steps
I explain what alternatives exist, what each one implies and when it is convenient to move forward.
3. Surgical planning and follow-up
When an intervention is necessary, the process, preparation and expected follow-up are clearly explained.
Areas of Expertise
Specialized approach for better results.
Spine Surgery
Disc herniation, spinal decompression, spinal instrumentation and specialized microsurgery.
Joint Replacement
Hip, knee and shoulder prostheses for cases of advanced osteoarthritis
Fractures
Surgical management of extremity fractures with internal fixation and guided rehabilitation.
Private practice at Hospital Punta Mita
Consultation and surgical procedures at a private hospital site in Riviera Nayarit, with attention oriented to assessment, surgical planning and follow-up.
Address
Access to number 1, 63734 Corral del Risco, Nayarit.
Languages of service
Spanish and English.
Schedule a specialized assessment
If you need diagnostic clarity, review of studies or a second opinion for spine, prosthesis or fractures, schedule a clinical assessment.