Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
Today obesity has a cure, and in curing obesity, diseases are prevented at all levels.
Know the list of weight loss surgeries that my team covers in Tijuana, Mexico to help you fight obesity.
Meet the professionals behind on our team of leading specialist in the Mexico bariatric surgery industry.
Ready to start your journey? This is the perfect place to start and learn more about our process and apply.
Some clues that will help you identify the line between being overweight and obese.
Find the requirements you must meet to be a candidate for bariatric surgery.
If you live in the United States or Canada like 95% of our patients do, traveling is easy and 100% all inclusive.
On the day of your surgery we will take care of everything, you will only rest and recover. After your surgery, we will give you the necessary instructions for continued care at home and we will be available anytime to assist you, help you in the process, or answer any questions.
Dr. Viridiana Rivas is one of the leading anesthesiologist in Tijuana with a specialization in laparoscopic bariatric surgery patients. She is a top team member of Dr. Rodriguez Lopez.
Dr. Rene Armenta is a top board certified surgeon assistant of Dr. Rodriguez. He is certified to operate at Certified Hospitals with CSG Accreditation and has a high degree of medical achievement.
In order to start treatment, we first have to make an assessment through our health questionnaire. This provides us with the information needed to determine whether or not you qualify for bariatric surgery.
With the gastric sleeve procedure 80% of the stomach is removed through small incisions made laparoscopically. The small remaining portion of the stomach (sleeve) enables the patient to eat smaller portions whilst maintaining a feeling of fullness.
With the gastric bypass procedure a small stomach pouch is created and attached to the middle of the small intestine. This changes the amount of food that the body can digest. It also alters the signals that travel between the digestive system and brain.
The duodenal switch surgery is an extremely specialized which Dr. Rodriguez Lopez has performed hundreds of successful procedures of. Dr. Rodriguez can also revise a gastric sleeve easily to various weight loss surgeries including a Duodenal Switch surgery. This effective weight loss surgery is a great option for people who have significant weight to lose, being both restrictive and malabsorptive.
Single-Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS), is the newest technological advancement in bariatric surgery. Single incision surgery allows bariatric surgeons to perform the same procedures, including gastric band and gastric sleeve, using only one incision.
Our specialized staff, both in the United States and Tijuana, Mexico, work together throughout the entire surgery process. Hotel and hospital stay are both included in our surgery packages. Our drivers in Tijuana will provide transportation to and from the San Diego airport as well as between the hospital and hotel. From assessment to recovery, you are in good hands with our medical team.
Patients may not be right for single incision weight loss surgery, because the surgery requires a clear viewing of the patient’s internal abdomen. Lighter patients are more likely to be a candidate for the surgery. Patients are urged to contact our care specialists to learn about their candidacy at 855-768-