Public Institutions Partner to Expand Disability Care in Mexico

The National Institute of Rehabilitation “Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra” (INRLGII) and the Administración del Patrimonio de la Beneficencia Pública (APBP) join forces to improve access to specialized healthcare for people with disabilities across Mexico. The initiative will provide free services to over 100,000 individuals in 2025.

Announced during the 2025 National Meeting of Public Beneficence Institutions, the agreement outlines a joint strategy backed by an investment of MX$350 million (US$17.5 million). Funds will be used to deliver medical devices such as prosthetics, wheelchairs, hearing aids, and cochlear implants, guided by scientific evidence and personalized medicine approaches.

The initiative is structured around four pillars including scientific validation of medical devices by INRLGII, national standardization of clinical protocols, a territorial diagnosis to identify infrastructure and staffing gaps, and ongoing training for medical and paramedical personnel in state-run beneficence institutions.

The investment is a socially-oriented strategy intended to address long-standing gaps in healthcare access, says José Alfredo Cordero, Director General, APBP. Mexico has over 8.8 million people with disabilities, many of whom experience persistent limitations despite using support devices, says Carlos Javier Pineda, Director General, INRLGII.

Under the agreement, INRLGII will serve as the technical and consulting body, while APBP will supply medical equipment, share relevant epidemiological data, and cover operational costs. The partnership also seeks to promote clinical improvements recommended by specialists.

Beyond healthcare delivery, the program aims to support the reintegration of people with disabilities into family, social, and economic life. This effort not only addresses individual needs but also strengthens community structures and alleviates pressure on assistance systems.