Bariatric Surgery Mexico: Safe &amp; Low Cost

Dr. Luis Cazares: Bariatric Surgeon in Tijuana

Dr. Luis Cazares

MD, 15+ Yrs of Exp

Tijuana, Mexico

Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery, Dr. Cazares has performed 3000+ bariatric surgeries.

With IFCO certification, he specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery techniques.

University of Nuevo Leon, Mexico

Memberships

International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders

Expertise

Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, Mini Gastric Bypass, Revision Weight Loss Surgery

Dr. Galieleo Villareal: Bariatric Surgeon in Nuevo Laredo

Dr. Galileo Villareal

MD, 10+ Yrs of exp

Nuevo Laredo, Mexico

Dr. Villarreal has performed over 4,000 weight loss surgeries with a complication rate of < 1%.
He is certified by the CMCG and recognized as a Master Surgeon in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery by SRC.

Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico

Memberships

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery
Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases

Expertise

Advanced Laparoscopy & Obesity Surgery

Dr. Hector Perez: Bariatric Surgeon in Cancun

Dr. Hector Perez

MD, 19+ Yrs of exp

Cancun, Mexico

5 (2 Verified Reviews)

Certified by the CMCOEM and the Mexican Council of General Surgery, Dr. Perez has performed 10,000+ surgeries.

He currently leads the Scientific Committee and CMCOEM programs.

Mexican Faculty of Medicine, La Salle University

Memberships

International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
Mexican College of Obesity Surgery and Metabolic Diseases
Mexican Association of General Surgery

Expertise

Gastric Sleeve, Bypass, Plication, Lap Band, Revision Surgeries

Dr. Cristobal Garza: Bariatric Surgeon in Piedras Negras

Dr. Cristobal Garza

General Medicine, 16+ Yrs of exp

Piedras Negras, Mexico

Dr. Garza, an expert in minimally invasive bariatric surgery, has performed 10,000+ surgeries.

He employs advanced robotic-assisted surgery technology in his practice.

Universidad de Monterrey, Mexico

Memberships

Mexican Council of Metabolic and Obesity Surgery
Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases AC

Expertise

Minimally invasive bariatric surgery

Dr. Oscar H. Trevino: Bariatric Surgeon in Reynosa

Dr. Oscar Trevino

MD, 14 + Yrs of Exp

Reynosa, Mexico

4.3 (6 Verified Reviews)

A prominent member of American associations, Dr. Treviño has performed 8,000+ laparoscopic and 4,000 bariatric procedures.

He is a Fellow of IFSO and certified by CMCG in general and bariatric surgery.

Monterrey University

Memberships

American College of Surgeons
American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases

Expertise

Gastrointestinal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Laparoscopy and Obesity Surgery

Dr. Sergio del Hoyo: Bariatric Surgeon in Puerto Vallarta.

Dr. Sergio del Hoyo

MD, 15+ Yrs of exp

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Certified by the CSG Mexico & CMCG, Dr. Sergio has performed thousands of general, laparoscopic, and bariatric procedures.

His bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English ensures easy communication with international patients.

Advanced Course on Obesity Surgery and Metabolic Diseases, IRCAD France
Specialty in General Surgery, Hospital Civil Nuevo de Guadalajara

Memberships

Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery
Mexican College of Obesity and Metabolic Disease Surgery
International Federation of Obesity and Metabolic Disease Surgery

Expertise

Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, Mini Gastric Bypass, Bariatric Revision

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Top Hospitals for Bariatric Surgery in Mexico

Here's where our provider surgeons practice weight loss surgery in Mexico.

Hospital Azura

Azura Hospital, Cancun

Surgeon: Dr. Hector Perez

Location: Av Sunyaxchen 59-6, Cancún, Mexico

Highlights:

Established in 1979
Formerly known as Victoria Hospital
Equipped with a pharmacy, ICU and more

Reviews

⭐3.7 stars (111 google reviews)

“Excellent attention and service. Affordable prices, clean and adequate facilities. I highly recommend the doctor and the hospital.”

-Yolanda Pérez Pimentel

Hospital De Especialidades, Nuevo Laredo

Surgeon: Dr. Galileo Villareal

Location: A. Obregón 3256, Col. Jardín, Nvo. Laredo

Highlights:

Established in 1990
ICU with patient monitoring by telemetry
Medical and emergency services 24 hours/365 days

Reviews

⭐4.1 stars (68 google reviews)

“Everyone is so nice and friendly. My son had a gastric sleeve. I'm so happy for him! Highly recommend them!!”

- Maria Fabila

LIMARP | Hospital for Bariatric Surgery in Mexico

LIMARP, Tijuana

Surgeon: Dr. Guillermo Lopez

Location: Blvd. Agua Caliente 4558-601, Tijuana

Highlights:

Internationally renowned bariatric surgery center
Accredited as an International Center of Excellence for Obesity

Review

⭐5.0 (46 google reviews)

“They took amazing care of me during my stay and surgery. I would definitely go back. Very attentive. Recommend it over anything we have in the states.”
- Jenna S

Blue Medical Tower

Surgeon: Dr. Luis Cazares

Location: Vía Ote. 9750, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, Tijuana

Highlights:

Bilingual staff
25+ years of experience
Minutes away from the Tijuana-US Border

Reviews

⭐4.9 (13 google reviews)

"The best experience! Despite being from the US and being unfamiliar with the language, they were incredibly accommodating and helpful, answering any questions I had. Highly recommended!
- Brigette Martinez

Obesity Goodbye Center

Surgeon: Dr. Hector Perez

Location: Francisco I. Madero 2050, Tijuana

Highlights:

Fully equipped bariatric center
Advanced sterilization system
Meets US & Canadian Medical Standard

Reviews

⭐4.8 (38 google reviews)

“I am so grateful I was introduced to Obesity Goodbye Center. From the moment I walked in the door in December 2018, I was treated like I was their only patient. Thank you so much!”
- Debra Learn

CMQ Premier Hospital

Surgeon: Dr. Sergio del Hoyo

Location: Av. Francisco Villa, Col. Villas Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta

Highlights:

Established in 2008
Highly-trained and bilingual staff
Included in the Canadian Consulate’s website

Reviews

⭐3.7 stars (86 google reviews)

“Came here from the U.S. for a surgery and I found this hospital to be amazing- perfectly clean, well run, very comfortable. The staff was excellent too!
- Emily V.

Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico Results

Prepare to be inspired and moved by the incredible journeys of our patients! Our expert surgeons have helped numerous individuals achieve remarkable weight loss.

Don't just take our word for it. Check out the jaw-dropping transformations that our patients have undergone!

Connie’s Testimonial

Came to have gastric sleeve in Tijuana four months ago. Lost 53 pounds! My husband saw my results and he wanted to do it too! Had great service from everybody through MTC.

- Connie, San Antonio, TX

Annie’s Testimonial

My third time to work with Medical Tourism Co. and I think it’s a wonderful company. The reason why I’m here the third time? My sister – she became very jealous of my wonderful results.

- Annie Brooks, Colorado

Everything About Dealing With Obesity

Struggling with obesity can bring about some serious health issues.

It can be type-2 diabetes, infertility, cancer, hypertension, stroke, heart attack and osteoarthritis.

But that’s not where it stops!

Obesity can also mess with your head, leading to depression and damaging the overall quality of life.^[5]

In such situations, people often seek quick solutions rather than disrupting their lives for years.

Depression due to obesity

Obesity Can Cause Depression

Weight loss drugs

Prescription Weight Loss Drugs

In today's market, there are plenty of prescription weight loss drugs.

You've got choices like semaglutide, liraglutide, terzepatide, naltrexone-bupropion, phentermine-topiramate, orlistat, and setmelanotide.^[6]

And there's a newbie on the block, Tirzepatide, which just finished its trials and is set to hit the market soon.^[7]

These weight loss meds have fancy-sounding names and different active ingredients.

Tirzepatide (commercial name Mounjaro) was approved by the FDA in November 2023 and is already available in the market.

- Dr Valentina Milani

They help you lose weight, and each has its own way of working. Some of them like orlistat reduce fat absorption in your gut.^[8]

A few medications like phentermine-topiramate, make you feel less hungry and more satisfied. The GLP-1 receptor agonists such as liraglutide and semaglutide act on your brain areas that control feeding, and also act on the gastrointestinal tract.^[9] ^[10]

In general, weight loss pills come with the disclaimers about possible side effects, like

Little nausea
Loss of appetite

But in reality, they pose more severe concerns.

For instance, consider the GLP-1-receptor agonist drugs. They might trigger, even if on rare occasions, pancreatitis, bowel blockages, and a stomach condition called gastroparesis.^[11]

And guess what? The newcomer will work on both GLP-1 and GIP, which pose an increased risk.^[12]

The risk of side effects increases with the increase in the dosage of the medication itself.

-Dr Valentina Milani

Now, you might be curious about the safety record of previous weight loss drugs. The FDA took action by recalling a weight loss drug called locaserin.^[13] It was marketed under a different brand name.

The regulatory agency considered it necessary to remove this drug from the market due to its cancer-causing ability.

Worried after hearing about those scary risks? Fret not. We're offering you safer alternatives! Keep scrolling down to learn about them.

Multiple Options: Types of Bariatric Surgery in Mexico

Explore weight loss surgeries in Mexico with our guide on the various options available south of the border. Let's dive right in!

Dr. Galileo Villareal on Types of Weight Loss Surgery

Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Gastric Sleeve | Type of WLS in Mexico

Does not involve cutting or reconnecting the small intestine^[14]
Removal of a large part of the stomach- about 80% of it^[15]
A much simpler procedure than gastric bypass^[16]

Also known as sleeve gastrectomy, vertical sleeve gastrectomy, gastric reduction, and vertical gastroplasty.

Gastric Bypass Surgery

Roux-en-Y is French for in the form of a Y.
It involves reducing the stomach to an egg-sized pouch.
The pouch is reattached to the small intestine directly bypassing the stomach.
This limits the absorption of fat and calories from the food you eat.

Source: ASMBS^[17]

Also known as the roux-en-y gastric bypass.

Looking to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the gastric sleeve and gastric bypass procedures? Look no further than Dr. Villareal's detailed explanation!

Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass: Which One’s for You?

Duodenal Switch

Duodenal | Type of WLS in Mexico

The surgery involves altering the normal digestion process by:

Removing part of the stomach to make it smaller
Changing the small intestine so that bile and pancreatic juices mingle with digested food towards the middle or end of it.

Also known as biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch, BPD-DS, gastric reduction duodenal switch, and GRDS.

Source: John Hopkins Medicine^[18]

Gastric Balloon

Gastric Balloon in Mexico

Inflatable apparatus is placed in the stomach endoscopically.
It reduces the gastric space and makes the person feel full sooner.
It is usually removed after nine months endoscopically.

Source: HealthDirect^[19]

Also known as the Intragastric Balloon.

Is Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico Safe?

Wondering if bariatric surgery in Mexico is safe? Lets' find out!

To ensure safe and successful weight loss in Mexico, it's important to know if you're a good candidate. Bariatric surgery requires a high level of commitment and should only be considered if conventional means like:

diet control and
exercising have not helped.

Additionally, your BMI should be more than or equal to 30. It's the perfect option for you if you have obesity-related comorbidities, like:

Coronary heart disease
Sleep apnea
Bone & joint problems
Brain stroke risk
Diabetes
Cancer
Gallstones
High blood pressure

Infertility
Menstrual disorders
Hormonal problems
Fatty liver disease
Depression
Asthma
Erectile dysfunction
Hernia

Source: ASMBS^[20]

Fill out our medical questionnaire to get a better understanding of your eligibility for weight loss in Mexico.

Check out the video below to learn more about how weight loss surgery can work wonders in improving obesity-related health issues.

Bariatric Surgery Offers More Than Just Weight Loss

Bariatric surgery in Mexico is a safe procedure. With MTC, you get access to our weight loss surgeons who have:

board-certification,
an excellent track record,
more than 80% of the practice in WLS,
prior experience with US and Canadian patients.

They also offer post-surgery follow-ups and support. Still have some concerns? Hear directly from thousands of MTC's happy patients!

These general tips in mind can help offer you a safer experience:

Choose a hospital in a safe locality.
Consider bringing someone with you.
Look up the credentials of the hospital and surgeons.
Do not choose a location that involves prolonged traveling.
For an added layer of protection arrange for aftercare back home.
Ask for references – talk to previous patients and ask them about their experiences.
Ask for medical reports and records- to update your local doctor and facilitate necessary follow-up in your home country.

We can help you plan your medical trip to Mexico. Contact us today!

Advantages of Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico

Top 5 Reasons to Choose Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico

Ozempic vs Weight Loss Surgery in Tijuana

Top Bariatric Surgery Destinations in Mexico

Love the advantages weight loss surgery in Mexico provides over America & Canada? Let's dive deeper and take a look at the top bariatric surgery locations in Mexico!

Want to check white sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs off your bucket list? Then, Cancun is the medical tourism destination for you!

Cancun

Along with diving and snorkelling, one can also visit many archaeological sites here. Wondering how to reach Cancun? Here's how:

**Flights to Cancun from US**
City	Time
Miami (MIA)	1h 45min
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)	1h 55min
Orlando (MCO)	2h
Atlanta (ATL)	2h 30 min
Charlotte (CLT)	3h 10 min
Baltimore (BWI)	3h 55 min
Washington (IAD)	3h 50 min
Philadelphia (PHL)	4h
New York (JFK)	4h 10 min
San Francisco (SFO)	5h 10 min

**Flights to Cancun from Canada**
City	Time
Toronto (YYZ)	4h 25 mins
Montreal (YUL)	5h 10 mins
Quebec (YQB)	4h 55mins
Calgary (YYC)	5h 30 mins

Looking for a close and affordable location in Mexico for your weight loss surgery? Then, Tijuana is just the place for you!

Tijuana

Located only about 20 miles from San Diego, CA, here's how you can reach Tijuana to avail:

high-quality and
affordable weight loss surgery.

Are you located near the Tijuana-US border? Wonderful! You can simply drive to Tijuana.

**Driving from US to Tijuana**
From	Duration
San Diego	30 mins
Los Angeles	2h 48mins
Las Vegas	5h 20mins
Phoneix	5h 50mins

Don't live near the border? No worries, we've got your back! You can take a flight to the San Diego International Airport, followed by a quick 30-minute road trip to reach Tijuana.

**Flying Time to San Diego Airport**
From	Duration
Denver	2h 30 min
Seattle	2h 45mins
Dallas	3h 10mins
New York	6h 20mins

Plan your medical trip with us today! Get in touch with us here.

Need more details about border-crossing? Watch this video for all the details!

Best Time to Cross The US-Tijuana Border

Nuevo Laredo as a top bariatric destination in Mexico is as close as it can get!

Neuvo Laredo

Only 10 miles from the bordering city Laredo in Texas, USA, people often drive there.

**Driving to Nuevo Laredo**
From	Duration
San Diego	1hr 45mins
San Antonio	2h 36mins
Austin	3hr 50mins

Piedras

Another bordering bariatric surgery destination in Mexico is Piedras Negras! Bordering the city of Eagle Pass in Texas, it's only 3.4 miles away!

Here's how long it'll take you to drive to Piedras Negras.

**Driving to Piedras Negras from US Cities**
City	Duration
San Antonio	2 hr 31 minutes
Austin	3 hr 40 minutes
Houston	5 hr 21 minutes

Reynosa

Reynosa offers plenty of tourist attractions and even easy accessibility! Bordering many US cities in Texas, it's only a short drive away.

**Drive to Reynosa**
From	Duration
Hidalgo	19 mins
San Juan	35 mins
McAllen	36 mins

Bariatric Surgery in Reynosa, Mexico: Required Documents, Safety & More!

Puerto Vallarta

Need a warm, beachy and sunny bariatric destination? Puerto Vallarta is the place for you! Located in Jalisco state, it's a short flight away from the states.

**Flights from USA to PVR**
From	Duration
Los Angeles	2h 55min
Denver	3h 18 min
San Francisco	3h 35 min
Chicago	4h 35 min

FAQs

Yes, with Medical Tourism Corporation you pay for your bariatric surgery in Mexico with the help of Supermoney!

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Weight loss surgery in Mexico is cheaper:

Due to the lower cost of living as compared to US^[21] & Canada.^[22]
Moreover, the cost of setting up a practice in Mexico is cheap too.

Learn more about why weight loss surgery in Mexico is cheaper than in the States from Dr. Perez in the video below.

Why is Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico Affordable?

Like any other surgery, bariatric surgery in Mexico has its own sets of risk. These are:

Dumping Syndrome
Developing Kidney Stones, and
Weight Regain among others.

However, the risk of undergoing weight loss surgery in Mexico are minimal when compared to the health risks related to obesity like:

sleep apnoea,
diabetes,
hypertension, and
in some cases even premature death.

Source: Penn Medicine^[23]

Wondering what your diet should look like before you undergo weight loss surgery in Mexico? We've got your back!

Check out Katelyn Mock, our US-registered bariatric dietitian, break it down for you!