For nearly four decades, Codet Vision Institute in Tijuana has been transforming lives on both sides of the border. Founded in 1986 by visionary surgeon Dr. Arturo Chayet, Codet pioneered breakthroughs in eye care, including the first LASIK surgery in Mexico and the invention of all-laser LASIK. Today, Codet stands as one of the most respected institutes in ophthalmology, with more than 85,000 procedures performed and a reputation that extends across the globe.

Under the leadership of Daniel Chayet, Codet has tripled in size over the last decade, building on his father’s legacy while shaping a modern institution. Daniel returned to Tijuana after his studies in the U.S. to strengthen Codet’s cross-border connections and expand its role in medical tourism. With millions of Southern Californians and international patients seeking affordable, high-quality care, Tijuana has become a unique hub where innovation and accessibility meet.

But Codet is more than a clinic—it is a center for collaboration and learning. Through its fellowship program, Codet trains young physicians while advancing clinical research with global partners. Daniel describes the institute as a “Four Seasons for physicians,” where doctors are supported to focus on patients and innovation. For him, Codet itself is the true border master, a living example of how the U.S.-Mexico border can be a bridge for opportunity, not a barrier.

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