{"id":12015,"date":"2024-03-11T08:33:26","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T08:33:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/bariatric-surgery-in-tijuana-mexico\/"},"modified":"2024-08-20T06:12:39","modified_gmt":"2024-08-20T06:12:39","slug":"bariatric-surgery-in-tijuana-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/bariatric-surgery-in-tijuana-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- META DATA --><br \/>\n\tmtctheme_content = &#8220;<div id=\"pagemenu\" class=\"page-menu\"><a href=\"#reviews\">Reviews<\/a><a href=\"#cost\">Cost<\/a><a href=\"#why_Tijuana\">Why Tijuana?<\/a><a href=\"#surgeons\">Surgeons<\/a><a href=\"#hospitals\">Hospitals<\/a><a href=\"#procedure\">Procedure<\/a><a href=\"#preparation\">Preparation<\/a><a href=\"#travel\">Travel<\/a><a href=\"#FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><\/div>rnrn<div id=\"synopsis\" class=\"content-area content-area--synopsis\"><p>Imagine a <strong>life free from excess weight<\/strong> and endless diet cycles. With<strong> bariatric surgery in Tijuana,<\/strong> you can live how you\u2019ve always dreamed of. MTC is at your service to transform your life for the better. Scroll down to know more!<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-90171 size-full\" title=\"Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2023\/02\/Gastric-Bypass-in-Mexico.jpg\" alt=\"Gastric Bypass in Tijuana\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\">Gastric Bypass in Tijuana<\/h5>\n<p>rn<strong>Lea Ann Mungai<\/strong> weighed over <strong>300 lbs<\/strong> when she came to us for surgery. Her current weight is <strong>135 lbs<\/strong>! Thanks to<strong> Dr. Lopez<\/strong>.rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"reviews\" class=\"section-heading\">Weight Loss Surgery in Tijuana: Reviews<\/h2>\n    rnrnDo you want to hear what our patients say about their <strong>weight loss experience in Tijuana<\/strong>? Watch it right here!rnrn<div class=\"mtc-carousel-wrap\"><div class=\"mtc-carousel\">rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"RAXyMd41W9A\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RAXyMd41W9A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>Mom &amp; Daughter Lose Over 90LBS: Weight Loss Surgery Tijuana, Mexico<\/h5><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"drpemhHbnHY\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=drpemhHbnHY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>What does Jennifer from New Jersey say?<\/h5><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"j76CN24bjrI\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=j76CN24bjrI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>Why Sarah From Georgia Chose Tijuana?<\/h5><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"I0mKGVIeKtM\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=I0mKGVIeKtM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>Video Courtesy: Why Amanda Chose Weight Loss Surgery in Tijuana Over Ozempic?<\/h5><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"CYW3vx-NS44\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CYW3vx-NS44\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>Video Courtesy: Leslieu2019s Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico Review &amp; Results!<\/h5><\/div>rnrn<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div id=\"review1\" class=\"review\"><div class=\"mtc-carousel-wrap\"><div class=\"mtc-carousel\"><div class=\"mtc-review-card\"><div class=\"mtc-review-card__header\"><div class=\"card-round \"><span>O<\/span><\/div><span class=\"mtc-review-card__header__name\">Ownage God, US<\/span><span class=\"mtc-review-card__header__pl\">Gastric Sleeve Surgery, Mexico<\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mtc-review-card__header__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/themes\/mtctheme\/assets\/img\/google-logo.png\" alt=\"Google\"><\/div><div class=\"mtc-review-card__body\"><div class=\"mtc-review-card__body__rating\"><span class=\"mtc-review-card__body__rating__stars\"><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"mtc-review-card__body__rating__value\"> (5)<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mtc-review-card__body__content\"><div class=\"mtc-review-card__body__content__title\">Professional and experienced surgeon!<\/div><p>Very professional, and they take good care of you. They are very attentive while you are in their care. I got gastric sleeve surgery.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"mtc-review-card\"><div class=\"mtc-review-card__header\"><div class=\"card-round \"><span>T<\/span><\/div><span class=\"mtc-review-card__header__name\">Theresa Hein, US<\/span><span class=\"mtc-review-card__header__pl\">Bariatric Surgery, Mexico<\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mtc-review-card__header__logo\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/themes\/mtctheme\/assets\/img\/google-logo.png\" alt=\"Google\"><\/div><div class=\"mtc-review-card__body\"><div class=\"mtc-review-card__body__rating\"><span class=\"mtc-review-card__body__rating__stars\"><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><i class=\"mtc-star yellow\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"mtc-review-card__body__rating__value\"> (5)<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mtc-review-card__body__content\"><div class=\"mtc-review-card__body__content__title\">Excellent staff and service!<\/div><p>Amazing surgeon with excellent supporting staff and hospital system. Thank you for changing my life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"cost\" class=\"section-heading\">How Much Is Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico?<\/h2>\n    rnrnWeight loss surgery cost in Tijuana is <strong>70% cheaper<\/strong> than in the US. The cost of gastric sleeve surgery in <strong>Tijuana is $4,395<\/strong>, less than half of what it costs in the <strong>US<\/strong> i.e., <strong>$9,500<\/strong>.rnrnSimilarly, the <a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/endoscopic-sleeve-gastroplasty-in-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty<\/a> in <strong>Tijuana<\/strong>, Mexico is <strong>$7,695<\/strong> while it costs <strong>$17,700 in the States<\/strong>. You can compare the cost difference of other procedures shown in the table below.rn<\/p>\n<table class=\"mtc-table-with-border\">\n<caption><strong>Cost of Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico<\/strong><\/caption>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><b>WLS Procedure<\/b><\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td><b>Tijuana<\/b><\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td><b>USA<\/b><\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Gastric Sleeve<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$4,395<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$9,500<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Gastric Bypass<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$5,495<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$7,400<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Mini Gastric Bypass<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$5,495<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$16,000<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Lap Band Surgery<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$3,899<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$9,000<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Gastric Balloon Placement<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$3,650<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$9,000<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Gastric Balloon Removal<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$1,345<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$5,000<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$7,695<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>$17,700<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: right\">*Cost may vary as per medical history and other requirements.<\/h6>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>My Payment Options<\/h3>\n<p>rnYou can pay for surgery via:rnrn<div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"column\"><p>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"column\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Cash, cards<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Paypal<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"column\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Wire\/bank transfers<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supermoney.com\/quotes\/personal-loans\/medical?offer_id=1631&amp;aff_id=1187&amp;aff_sub=2027&amp;aff_sub2=&amp;aff_sub3=&amp;aff_sub4=&amp;aff_click_id=102f99dc3222e63a042d1795cd9523&amp;utm_source=Partner-2027&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=&amp;utm_term=&amp;network=partner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SuperMoney<\/a> (Medical loan)<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrnTijuana, <a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/weight-loss-surgery-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mexico<\/a>, is the one-stop destination to eliminate excess weight problems!rnrn<div class=\"cta cta--post\"><h2>Lose excess weight for ~70% less!<\/h2><h3>Fill the form for FREE quote<\/h3><a href=\"\/request-quote\" class=\"cta_button btn\">Request quote<\/a><\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"why_Tijuana\" class=\"section-heading\">Why Do People Go to Tijuana for Bariatric Surgery?<\/h2>\n    rnrnMany reasons including low costs and quality of treatment make Tijuana an attractive choice for bariatric surgery.rnrnWatch our doctor explaining the need to visit Tijuana over the US for <abbr title=\"Weight Loss Surgery\">WLS<\/abbr>.rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"220Wqig2eX8\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=220Wqig2eX8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>Why is Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico Affordable?<\/h5><\/div>rnrnrnrnDo you want to meet our team of surgeons dedicated to bringing the best version of yours? Here you go!rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"surgeons\" class=\"section-heading\">Best Bariatric Surgeons in Tijuana, Mexico<\/h2>\n    rnrnBariatric surgeons in Tijuana are <strong>highly trained<\/strong> and <strong>qualified<\/strong>. With immense experience in the field, they can assure you that youu2019ll be in good hands.rnrnYou can check out their profiles below.rnrn<div id=\"doctors1\" class=\"tabs-doctor tabs-content\"><div id=\"6056\" class=\"doctor-card-new doctor-card-new--not-search\"><div class=\"doctor-card-new__left\"><div class=\"image_over\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Hector-Perez-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Dr. Hector Perez\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Hector-Perez-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Hector-Perez-1-281x300.jpg 281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right\"><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__name_cover\"><h5 class=\"doctor-card-new__right__name\">Dr. Hector Perez<span class=\"doctor-card-listing-title\">( Dr. Hector Perez Corzo ) <\/span><\/h5><\/div><div class='doctor-card-new_right_expertise'><span class='doctor-card-new_right_qualifications'>MD<\/span>, <span class='doctor-card-new_right_experience'>19+ Yrs of exp<\/span><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__address\"><i class=\"mtc-geo\"><\/i><span class=\"city_country\">Cancun, Mexico<\/span><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__rating\"><span class=\"Stars\" style=\"--rating: 5;\" > <span><span><strong>5<\/strong> (2<span class=\"mtc-badge mtc-badge--verified--alt\" data-tippy-content=\" <p>Our partner hospitals\/doctors are screened based on their credentials, patient satisfaction & online presence.<\/p>\"> Verified <\/span>Reviews)<\/span><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__about\"><div class=\"mtc_about_content\"><p>Certified by the <span class=\"abbreviation\" data-tippy-content=\"Colegio Mexicano de Cirug\u00eda de la Obesidad y Enfermedades Metab\u00f3licas\">CMCOEM<\/span> and the Mexican Council of General Surgery, Dr. Perez has performed 10,000+ surgeries.<\/p>\n<p>He currently leads the Scientific Committee and <span class=\"abbreviation\" data-tippy-content=\"Colegio Mexicano de Cirug\u00eda de la Obesidad y Enfermedades Metab\u00f3licas\">CMCOEM<\/span> programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"moreless-button\" href=\"#\">Read more<\/a><\/div><div class=\"education_cover\"><h5 class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university'>Education<\/h5><p class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university__content'><ul>\r\n \t<li>Mexican Faculty of Medicine, La Salle University<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/p><\/div><div class=\"memberships_cover\"><h5 class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university'>Memberships<\/h5><ul>\r\n \t<li>International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Mexican College of Obesity Surgery and Metabolic Diseases<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Mexican Association of General Surgery<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;<\/div><div class=\"doctor-card__center__expertise\"><div class=\"doctor-sp_text\">Expertise<\/div><div class=\"doctor-expertise\">Gastric Sleeve, Bypass, Plication, Lap Band, Revision Surgeries<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__contact\"><div class=\"contact_cover\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/contact-clinic\/dr-hector-perez-corzo-cancun-mexico\" class=\"mtc-btn mtc-btn--primary\">Contact Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"appointment_cover\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/book-an-appointment\/dr-hector-perez-corzo-cancun-mexico\" class=\"mtc-btn mtc-btn--primary\">Book Appointment<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>rnrn<div id=\"doctors2\" class=\"tabs-doctor tabs-content\"><div id=\"6050\" class=\"doctor-card-new doctor-card-new--not-search\"><div class=\"doctor-card-new__left\"><div class=\"image_over\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Guillermo-Lopez.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Dr. Guillermo Lopez\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Guillermo-Lopez.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Guillermo-Lopez-281x300.jpg 281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right\"><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__name_cover\"><h5 class=\"doctor-card-new__right__name\">Dr. Guillermo Lopez<span class=\"doctor-card-listing-title\">( Dr. Guillermo Lopez ) <\/span><\/h5><\/div><div class='doctor-card-new_right_expertise'><span class='doctor-card-new_right_qualifications'>MD<\/span>, <span class='doctor-card-new_right_experience'>37+ Yrs of exp<\/span><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__address\"><i class=\"mtc-geo\"><\/i><span class=\"city_country\">Tijuana, Mexico<\/span><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__rating\"><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__about\"><div class=\"mtc_about_content\"><p>Trained from <span class=\"abbreviation\" data-tippy-content=\"International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders \">IFSO<\/span>, Dr. Lopez has performed 5,000+ bariatric surgeries.<\/p>\n<p>He's mentored various Mexican bariatric surgeons. Moreover, he is <span class=\"abbreviation\" data-tippy-content=\"Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support\">ACLS<\/span>-certified by the American Heart Association.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"moreless-button\" href=\"#\">Read more<\/a><\/div><div class=\"education_cover\"><h5 class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university'>Education<\/h5><p class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university__content'><ul>\r\n \t<li>Autonomous National University of Mexico<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/p><\/div><div class=\"memberships_cover\"><h5 class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university'>Memberships<\/h5><ul>\r\n \t<li>American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Mexican Association of General Surgery<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Spanish Surgery Association<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card__center__expertise\"><div class=\"doctor-sp_text\">Expertise<\/div><div class=\"doctor-expertise\">Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__contact\"><div class=\"contact_cover\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/contact-clinic\/dr-guillermo-lopez-tijuana-mexico\" class=\"mtc-btn mtc-btn--primary\">Contact Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"appointment_cover\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/book-an-appointment\/dr-guillermo-lopez-tijuana-mexico\" class=\"mtc-btn mtc-btn--primary\">Book Appointment<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>rnrnKnow more about Dr. Lopez <a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/dr-guillermo-lopez-bariatric-surgeon-tijuana-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.rnrn<div id=\"doctors3\" class=\"tabs-doctor tabs-content\"><div id=\"6053\" class=\"doctor-card-new doctor-card-new--not-search\"><div class=\"doctor-card-new__left\"><div class=\"image_over\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Luis-Cazares-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Dr. Luis Cazares\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Luis-Cazares-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Dr.-Luis-Cazares-1-281x300.jpg 281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right\"><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__name_cover\"><h5 class=\"doctor-card-new__right__name\">Dr. Luis Cazares<span class=\"doctor-card-listing-title\">( Dr. Luis Cazares ) <\/span><\/h5><\/div><div class='doctor-card-new_right_expertise'><span class='doctor-card-new_right_qualifications'>MD<\/span>, <span class='doctor-card-new_right_experience'>15+ Yrs of Exp<\/span><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__address\"><i class=\"mtc-geo\"><\/i><span class=\"city_country\">Tijuana, Mexico<\/span><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__rating\"><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__right__about\"><div class=\"mtc_about_content\"><p>Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery, Dr. Cazares has performed 3000+ bariatric surgeries.<\/p>\n<p>With <span class=\"abbreviation\" data-tippy-content=\"International Federation for the Certification of Obesity\">IFCO<\/span> certification, he specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery techniques.<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"moreless-button\" href=\"#\">Read more<\/a><\/div><div class=\"education_cover\"><h5 class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university'>Education<\/h5><p class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university__content'><ul>\r\n \t<li>University of Nuevo Leon, Mexico<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/p><\/div><div class=\"memberships_cover\"><h5 class='doctor-card-landscape__right__university'>Memberships<\/h5><ul>\r\n \t<li>International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card__center__expertise\"><div class=\"doctor-sp_text\">Expertise<\/div><div class=\"doctor-expertise\">Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Bypass, Mini Gastric Bypass, Revision Weight Loss Surgery<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"doctor-card-new__contact\"><div class=\"contact_cover\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/contact-clinic\/dr-luis-cazares-tijuana-mexico\" class=\"mtc-btn mtc-btn--primary\">Contact Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"appointment_cover\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/book-an-appointment\/dr-luis-cazares-tijuana-mexico\" class=\"mtc-btn mtc-btn--primary\">Book Appointment<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>rnrnKnow more about Dr. Cazares <a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/medical-tourism-in-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.rnrn<div class=\"cta cta--post\"><h2>Find top bariatric surgeons today!<\/h2><h3>Talk to an MTC advisor now<\/h3><a href=\"\/request-quote\" class=\"cta_button btn\">Book appointment<\/a><\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"hospitals\" class=\"section-heading\">Bariatric Surgery Hospitals in Tijuana, Mexico<\/h2>\n    rnrnMTC collaborates with highly <strong>advanced<\/strong> <a id=\"hospital\"><\/a>hospitals in Tijuana, Mexico. The staff here speaks <strong>good English &amp; Spanish<\/strong>, so you do not face challenges understanding them.rnrnLetu2019s have a look at them.rnrn<div class=\"mtc-listing-carousel\"><div class=\"mtc-carousel-wrap\"><div class=\"mtc-carousel\"><div id=\"13915\" class=\"listing-card listing-card-v2 listing-card--not-search listing-card-v2--portrait\"><div class=\"listing-card__left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-07T154808.065.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"LIMARP- Bariatric blog card image\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-07T154808.065.jpg 400w, https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-07T154808.065-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center\"><div class=\"listing-card__center__name_cover\"><h5 class=\"listing-card__center__name\"><a id=\"clinic_carousel_2\" href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/get-free-pricing\/limarp-bariatric-tijuana-mexico\">LIMARP, Bariatric<\/a><\/h5><div class=\"mtc-badge mtc-badge--winner\" data-tippy-content=\"<p>The clinics associated with us have international accreditations from reputable organizations and excellent client feedback.<\/p>\"><i class=\"mtc-trophy\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center__rating\"><span class=\"Stars\" style=\"--rating: 5;\" > <span><span><strong>5<\/strong> ( 53<span class=\"mtc-badge mtc-badge--verified--alt\" data-tippy-content=\" <p>Our partner hospitals\/doctors are screened based on their credentials, patient satisfaction & online presence.<\/p>\">Verified<\/span> Reviews )<\/span><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center__address\"><i class=\"mtc-geo\"><\/i><span class=\"full_address\">Blvd. Agua Caliente 4558-601, Aviacion, 22014 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico<\/span><span class=\"city_country\">Tijuana, Mexico<\/span><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center__about\"><div class=\"mtc_about_content\"><p>Accredited <strong>three times<\/strong> by the<strong> <span class=\"abbreviation\" data-tippy-content=\"Surgical Review Corporation\">SRC<\/span> <\/strong>as an <strong>International Center of Excellence<\/strong>, LIMARP is a top facility for bariatric surgery.<\/p>\n<p>It is known for its rigorous standards and dedication to helping patients achieve their weight loss goals.<\/p>\n<p>The center employs a multidisciplinary approach, involving nutritionists, psychologists, and physical therapists to support patients throughout their journey.<\/p>\n<p>The hospital also arranges seamless bariatric and travel experiences, making it a top destination for <a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/weight-loss-surgery-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bariatric surgery\u00a0in Mexico.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"moreless-button\" href=\"#\">Read more <\/a><\/div><div class=\"bullets_cover\"><ul class=\"listing-card__center__bullets \"><li><i class=\"mtc-check-circle-fill\"><\/i>20+ Years of Experience<\/li><li><i class=\"mtc-check-circle-fill\"><\/i>SRC Certified<\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"listing-card__center__bullets\"><li><i class=\"mtc-check-circle-fill\"><\/i>MGCH Certified<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center__procedures\"><div class=\"listing-sp_text\"> Procedures Offered : <\/div><div class=\"listing-procedures\">General Surgery, Bariatric, Hernia Repair, Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder Removal), & More<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__right\"><div class=\"listing-card__right__cta\"><div class=\"appointment_cover\"><a href=\"\/book-an-appointment\/limarp-bariatric-tijuana-mexico\" class=\"mtc-btn mtc-btn--primary\">Book Appointment <\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"listing-card-v2__show-more\"><button>Show More <\/button><\/div><div class=\"listing-card-v2__more\"><ul>\n<li>Equipped with advanced technology<\/li>\n<li>Highly trained and bilingual medical staff<\/li>\n<li>Certified by Mexican General Health Council<\/li>\n<li>Offers nutritional consultation, fitness department, and psychology department<\/li>\n<li>Accredited as an International Center of Excellence for Obesity by the Surgical Review Corporation<\/li>\n<li>Provides personalized treatment plans dedicated to each patient\u2019s physical and mental health<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"534\" class=\"listing-card listing-card-v2 listing-card--not-search listing-card-v2--portrait\"><div class=\"listing-card__left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Oasis-of-Hope-Hospital.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Oasis-of-Hope-Hospital.jpg 400w, https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Oasis-of-Hope-Hospital-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center\"><div class=\"listing-card__center__name_cover\"><h5 class=\"listing-card__center__name\"><a id=\"clinic_carousel_3\" href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/get-free-pricing\/oasis-of-hope-hospital-tijuana-mexico\">Oasis of Hope Hospital<\/a><\/h5><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center__rating\"><span class=\"Stars\" style=\"--rating: 3.9;\" > <span><span><strong>3.9<\/strong> ( 139<span class=\"mtc-badge mtc-badge--verified--alt\" data-tippy-content=\" <p>Our partner hospitals\/doctors are screened based on their credentials, patient satisfaction & online presence.<\/p>\">Verified<\/span> Reviews )<\/span><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center__address\"><i class=\"mtc-geo\"><\/i><span class=\"full_address\">P.\u00ba Playas de Tijuana 19, Playas, Terrazas, 22504 Tijuana, BC, Mexico<\/span><span class=\"city_country\">Tijuana, Mexico<\/span><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__center__about\"><div class=\"mtc_about_content\"><p>For over <strong>60 years<\/strong>, the Hospital in Tijuana has been a global leader in healthcare.<\/p>\n<p>The <span class=\"abbreviation\" data-tippy-content=\"Better Business Bureau\">BBB<\/span><strong>-accredited<\/strong> hospital offers various services, including general and orthopedic surgery, bariatric procedures, and alternative cancer treatments.<\/p>\n<p>With over <strong>100,000 patients<\/strong> from more than 60 countries, it\u2019s a trusted name in cancer care.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><a class=\"moreless-button\" href=\"#\">Read more <\/a><\/div><div class=\"bullets_cover\"><ul class=\"listing-card__center__bullets \"><li><i class=\"mtc-check-circle-fill\"><\/i>60+ Years of Excellence<\/li><li><i class=\"mtc-check-circle-fill\"><\/i>100K+ Happy Patients<\/li><\/ul><ul class=\"listing-card__center__bullets\"><li><i class=\"mtc-check-circle-fill\"><\/i>BBB Accreditated<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"listing-card__right\"><div class=\"listing-card__right__cta\"><div class=\"appointment_cover\"><a href=\"\/book-an-appointment\/oasis-of-hope-hospital-tijuana-mexico\" class=\"mtc-btn mtc-btn--primary\">Book Appointment <\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"listing-card-v2__show-more\"><button>Show More <\/button><\/div><div class=\"listing-card-v2__more\"><ul>\n<li>It has gained a reputation for providing patients with excellent results.<\/li>\n<li>The weight loss hospital is well-known internationally<\/li>\n<li>Offers custom care plans<\/li>\n<li>Staff includes board-certified bariatric surgeons<\/li>\n<li>The modern infrastructure includes an on-site lab, imaging technology, and an ICU<\/li>\n<li>Experience in treating patients from over 50 nations, including the US and Canada<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"mk_DI-aF4UA\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mk_DI-aF4UA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>Oasis of Hope in Tijuana has 50 years of Patient Trust<\/h5><\/div>rnrnHere are some details of our another partner hospital:rn<\/p>\n<h3>Blue Medical Tower<\/h3>\n<p>rnThe facility is located <strong>12 minutes<\/strong> from the US border and offers <strong>personalized<\/strong> treatment plans to its patients.rnrn<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Blue-Medical-Tower-in-Tijuana-Mexico.jpg.webp\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5>Blue Medical Tower in Tijuana<\/h5>\n<p>rnHave a look at some of their highlights below.rn<\/p>\n<ul>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Offers a <strong>variety of weight loss surgeries<\/strong><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Holds <strong>more than 25 years<\/strong> of experience<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Surgeons &amp; staff<\/strong> are highly trained and certified<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Equipped with <strong>world-class operative<\/strong> and <strong>recovery rooms<\/strong><\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Safety standards<\/strong> equal to American medical facilities<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Renowned success rates and<strong> 1000+ satisfied patients<\/strong><\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rnNow you know what the <strong>bariatric facilities<\/strong> in Tijuana have to offer. Moving forward, letu2019s get an overview of the <strong>different bariatric procedures<\/strong>.rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"procedure\" class=\"section-heading\">Weight Loss Procedures in Tijuana<\/h2>\n    rnrnOur partner hospitals offer <strong>various types<\/strong> of weight loss procedures.rnrnHowever, as per your medical history and personal requirements, the doctors can suggest any of the following procedures:rnrn<div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"column\"><p>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"column\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Gastric sleeve<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Gastric bypass<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Mini gastric bypass<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"column\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Revision gastric bypass<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div id=\"xfsm\" class=\"content-area content-area--box\"><p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Who Qualifies for Bariatric Procedures?<\/h3>\n<p>rnIndividuals with a current BMI of <strong>40 kg\/m2 or above<\/strong> without comorbid diseases qualify for bariatric surgery.rnrnMoreover, a BMI of <strong>35.0-39.9 kg\/m2<\/strong> with at least one comorbidity, such as type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, hypertension, <abbr title=\"Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease\">NAFLD<\/abbr>, and others are considered for <span class=\"abbreviation\" data-tippy-content=\"Weight Loss Surgery\">WLS<\/span>.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    \n\n<div class='tippy-tip'>\n<p class='tippy-name'>American Diabetes Association<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bariatric Surgery: A Perspective for Primary Care<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>'u201cPatients should be considered for referral to a bariatric surgery center if they have a current BMI u226540 kg\/m2 or a BMI of 35.0u201339.9 kg\/m2 with at least one comorbidity, including type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, hypertension, NAFLD, and others.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n<p>    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/diabetesjournals.org\/spectrum\/article\/30\/4\/265\/32931\/Bariatric-Surgery-A-Perspective-for-Primary-Care>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<p>    \"><sup>[2]<\/sup><\/span>rn<\/p>\n<table class=\"mtc-table-with-border\">\n<caption><strong>Indications for WLS<\/strong><\/caption>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td><strong>Procedure<\/strong><\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td><strong>Indications<\/strong><\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Bypass<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>BMI u2265 40 or 35 to 40 + one comorbidity<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Gastric Balloon<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>BMI u2265 40 or &gt; 35u00a0 with or without comorbiditiesrnrnu2265 30 where recovery from metabolic disease is the concern<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>BMI u2265 30<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Gastric Sleeve<\/h3>\n<p>rnSleeve gastrectomy is an <strong>innovative<\/strong>, <strong>safe<\/strong>, and <strong>practical approach<\/strong> to treat obesity. This procedure <strong>removes<\/strong> a sizable portion of the stomach that controls <strong>hunger<\/strong>.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>NCBI<\/p>\n    <p><strong>The Advantages and Disadvantages of Sleeve Gastrectomy<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'u201cSleeve gastrectomy is a new, safe, and efficient method for the treatment of obesity with higher survival rates among patients (6). In this method, a large part of the stomach, which accounts for the regulation of appetite, is resected.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7052082\/>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[3]<\/sup><\/span>rnrn<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-71050 size-full\" title=\"Gastric Sleeve Surgery\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2022\/02\/Gastric-Sleeve.jpg\" alt=\"Gastric Sleeve Surgery\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\">Gastric Sleeve Surgery<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Gastric Bypass<\/h3>\n<p>rnIt involves the <strong>transection<\/strong> of the stomach, creating a <strong>gastric pouch<\/strong> of approximately <strong>one-ounce<\/strong> capacity.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>NCBI<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Treatment of Obesity: Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'u201cIn this procedure, the stomach is transected creating a gastric pouch of approximately one ounce capacity.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4888907\/>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[4]<\/sup><\/span>rnrn<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-84987 size-full\" title=\"Gastric Bypass Procedure\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2022\/12\/Gastric-Bypass-Procedure-2.jpg\" alt=\"Gastric Bypass Procedure\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\">Gastric Bypass Procedure<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Mini Gastric Bypass<\/h3>\n<p>rnMGB is a laparoscopic procedure involving a long, narrow gastric tube.rnrnMoving forward, the tube is attached to a <strong>small intestine<\/strong> loop. It <strong>skips<\/strong> most of the <strong>stomach<\/strong> and <strong>upper small intestine<\/strong>.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Science Direct<\/p>\n    <p><strong>The Mini-Gastric Bypass Original Technique<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'u201c MGB constructs a lesser curvature gastric conduit to or below the u201ccrow's footu201d and an anastomosis to an anti-colic loop of jejunum 150u2013200u202fcm distal to the trietz ligament.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1743919118316881>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[5]<\/sup><\/span>rnrn<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-82227 size-full\" title=\"Mini Gastric Bypass Procedure\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2022\/11\/Mini-Gastric-Bypass.jpg\" alt=\"Mini Gastric Bypass Procedure\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\">Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty\/ESG<\/h3>\n<p>rnIt is <strong>newer type<\/strong> of <strong>least invasive<\/strong> WLS procedure, done in Tijuana. The risk of operative complications is reduced with ESG.rnrnMoreover, you can return to daily activities quickly. It can be done in patients with <strong>BMI above 30<\/strong>.rnrnThe best part is that you can lose <strong>15% to 20%<\/strong> total body weight at <strong>12 &#8211; 24 months<\/strong>.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>Mayo Clinic<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'u201cEndoscopic sleeve gastroplasty is available to people whose body mass index (BMI) is above 30...15% to 20% total body weight loss at 12 to 24 months...60 to 90 minutes...u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/endoscopic-sleeve-gastroplasty\/about\/pac-20393958>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[6]<\/sup><\/span>rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"EQRyZXhHukc\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=EQRyZXhHukc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>Dr. Perez Explains How Patients Benefit from ESG in Tijuana<\/h5><\/div>rn<\/p>\n<h3>Revision Weight Loss Surgery<\/h3>\n<p>rn<a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/types-of-revision-bariatric-surgery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Revisional bariatric surgery<\/a> is a <strong>secondary<\/strong> procedure performed on a patient who has previously undergone a primary bariatric operation.rnrnFurthermore, they must have <strong>failed<\/strong> to achieve the desired weight loss or experienced significant <strong>weight regain<\/strong> or <strong>complications<\/strong>.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>NCBI<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Revisional Bariatric Surgery: Focus on Quality of Life<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'u201cAs in other surgical specialities, revisional procedures in bariatric surgery are performed in patients who have an inadequate response or no response to initial therapy, as well as in those who have complications from therapy and require reversal or correction of these complications.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6484905\/>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[7]<\/sup><\/span>rnrnFor example, when the gastric bypass procedure fails, then one may <a href=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/gastric-bypass-to-tore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gastric bypass to TORe revision surgery<\/a>.rnrn<div id=\"MumF\" class=\"content-area content-area--box\"><p>rnrn<strong>Note:<\/strong> We at MTC request you to fill a <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/deepakdatta1\/form\/WeightLossMedicalQuestionnaireMBS\/formperma\/5Apkii6rJ4bJUwAiVBexONnrNrtIj5h25tttoBH4sz8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bariatric questionnaire<\/a> to help our doctors plan your treatment.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"\" class=\"section-heading\">Bariatric Surgery Success Rate: Tijuana<\/h2>\n    rnrnAs per research, weight loss surgeries have a success rate of <strong>65-85%<\/strong>.rnrnAlso, it is the most effective treatment for patients with severe obesity and metabolic complications.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>BMC<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Are There Really Any Predictive Factors for a Successful Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery?<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'u201cCurrently, bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for severe obesity and its metabolic complications; however, 15u201335% of the patients that undergo bariatric surgery do not reach their goal for weight loss.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/bmcendocrdisord.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12902-020-0499-4>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[8]<\/sup><\/span>rnrn<strong>Sillen L and colleagues<\/strong> reported a success rate of the gastric bypass at<strong> 73% at 1 year<\/strong> and <strong>74% and 71% at 2nd and 3rd year<\/strong>, respectively.rnrnAlso, the<strong> mortality rate<\/strong> of RYGB operation to be <strong>0.5%<\/strong>.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    <div class='tippy-tip'>\n    <p class='tippy-name'>PubMed Central<\/p>\n    <p><strong>Patient Factors Predicting Weight Loss after Roux-en-Y...<\/strong><\/p>\n    <p><em>'u201c The success rate (defined as u226560% EWL) at 1 year was 73%...The mortality rate was 0.5% (2 patients)...u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5449731\/>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    \"><sup>[9]<\/sup><\/span>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"preparation\" class=\"section-heading\">How Do I Prepare for WLS in Tijuana?<\/h2>\n    rnrnWondering how to prepare for your surgery?rnrnWe have addressed some <strong>common concerns<\/strong> here to get you a smooth onboarding:rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">How can I book my WLS with MTC?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnTo book your WLS surgery with us, you can follow these 5 simple steps:rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Fill out a health <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.zohopublic.com\/deepakdatta1\/form\/WeightLossMedicalQuestionnaireMBS\/formperma\/5Apkii6rJ4bJUwAiVBexONnrNrtIj5h25tttoBH4sz8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">questionnaire<\/a>u00a0to get assisted by a case manager.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Once your eligibility &amp; booking date is confirmed, you can pay the deposit &amp; complete your paperwork.<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>A nutritionist will share a pre-op diet plan with you &amp; our team will guide you with the necessary information like:rn\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Travel arrangement<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Accommodation<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Pre-op instructions<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">What tests do I need before my surgery?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrn<\/p>\n<div class=\"columns\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>rnrnPrior to the surgery, you will have to undergo some medical tests like:rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Chest Xray<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Urine analysis<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>CBC &#8211; Complete blood count<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Comprehensive metabolic panel<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>ECG- Electrocardiogram<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Gall bladder ultrasound<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>rnrn<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-95882\" title=\" Medical Tests for WLS\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2023\/04\/Medical-tests.jpg\" alt=\" Medical Tests\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">What do I need to pack for my trip?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnWe have created a tailored light packing list to help you prepare for your trip.rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Accessories:<\/strong> Phone charger, headphones<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Essentials documents:<\/strong> ID, passport, insurance card<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Cosmetics:<\/strong> Lip balm, moisturizing creams, wet wipes, vaseline<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Toiletries<\/strong> (e.g. toothbrush, hairbrush, deodorants) &amp; refreshing water spray<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li><strong>Clothing:<\/strong> Comfy outfits (avoid jeans) &amp; undergarments, warm socks, pajamas, bathrobe &amp; slippers<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<div id=\"ahdB\" class=\"content-area content-area--box\">\n<p>rnrn<strong>Tip:<\/strong> Donu2019t purchase new clothes, as your size will eventually change in the near future.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">Do I need to carry liquids?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnNo, you do not need to carry any liquids from home. However, you can buy protein shakes, clear broth &amp; other stuff from a nearby store.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">Where can I stay in Tijuana?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnTijuana provides affordable stays with luxurious amenities in proximity to the hospitals. Some of the recommended accommodations include:rnrn<\/p>\n<div class=\"columns\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>rnrn<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-93308 aligncenter\" title=\"Grand Hotel \" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2023\/03\/Grand-Care-Room.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Hotel \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5>Grand Hotel Tijuana<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>rnrn<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-93307 aligncenter\" title=\"Quartz Hotel\" src=\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2023\/03\/Hotel-The-Quartz.jpg\" alt=\"Quartz Hotel\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>rn<\/p>\n<h5>Quartz Hotel<\/h5>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">How to reach Tijuana?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnYou can reach Tijuana easily via road if youu2019re located near the US-Mexico border.rn<\/p>\n<table>\n<caption><strong>Reaching Tijuana via Road<\/strong><\/caption>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th>From<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th>Duration<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>San Diego<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>30m<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Los Angeles<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>2h 48m<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Las Vegas<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>5h 20m<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Phoenix<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>5h 50m<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rnAnother option is to reach San Diego Int. Airport via air &amp; continue the journey by road.rn<\/p>\n<table>\n<caption><strong>Reaching San Diego Via Air<\/strong><\/caption>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th>From<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th>Duration<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Denver<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>2h 30m<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Seattle<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>2h 45m<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Dallas<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>3h 10m<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>New York<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>6h 20m<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">How will I get my pre-op diet?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnWe support you in every step towards weight loss surgery. You can reach out to MTCu2019s onsite dietician, who is available 24\/7 to address your queries.rnrnMoreover, you will be instructed to practice mindful eating.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">What challenges can you face post-WLS?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnYou are likely to experience positive changes, especially in your health &amp; looks. Despite this, you may come across a few inevitable challenges, such as:rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Buying new clothes frequently as the size fluctuates<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Lifestyle changes like regular exercise &amp; eating smaller, healthier meals<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Emotional changes pertaining to personal and professional routine<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rnBut you donu2019t have to worry, as we provide all the necessary post-op support.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">What lifestyle changes do I need to make post-WLS?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnYou must comply with the following lifestyle changes for the best WLS results:rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Stick to a healthy, low-sugar diet<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Stay active with moderate exercise<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Donu2019t miss your long-term follow-up visits<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Take vitamin supplements: Vitamin B1, B12, D, A, E, K, Iron, folic acid, calcium, zinc, and copper<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"travel\" class=\"section-heading\">Travel Tips to Tijuana<\/h2>\n    rnrnHere are the tips to make your journey smooth:rnrnrn<a href=\"#reach\">Click here<\/a> to find out the ways to reach Tijuana by road or by flight.rnrnDo you know what are the best things to do in Tijuana? Watch the video to find out!rnrn<div class=\"video-container\"><lite-youtube class=\"\" videoid=\"SsZVq1z0pYk\" posterquality=\"sddefault\"><a class=\"lite-youtube-fallback\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=SsZVq1z0pYk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch on YouTube<\/a><\/lite-youtube><h5>Things to do in TIJUANA, Mexico (Video Courtesy: Caesar Cinema)<\/h5><\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"FAQs\" class=\"section-heading\">Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana: FAQs<\/h2>\n    rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">What is the difference between gastric sleeve and gastric bypass surgery?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnGastric sleeve and gastric bypass surgery are both weight loss procedures. However, their process and results differ.rn<\/p>\n<table>\n<caption><strong>Difference Between Gastric Sleeve and Gastric Bypass<\/strong><\/caption>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tbody>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<th>Gastric Sleeve<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<th>Gastric Bypass<\/th>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Restricts stomach vertically (80% is removed)<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>Bypass stomach and small intestine and reduces the size of the stomach to a small pouch.<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Significant weight loss &#8211; 10 to 18 BMI units<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>Massive weight loss &#8211; 14 to 20 BMI units<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<tr>rn<\/p>\n<td>Irreversible procedure<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<td>Partly reversible procedure<\/td>\n<p>rn<\/tr>\n<p>rn<\/tbody>\n<p>rn<\/table>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right\"><strong>Source: Karger<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    \n\n<div class='tippy-tip'>\n<p class='tippy-name'>Karger<\/p>\n<p><strong>European Practical and Patient-Centred Guidelines for Adult Obesity Management in Primary Care<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>'u201cTable 8. Comparison of the three major bariatric surgery procedures for the treatment of severe obesityu201d'<\/em><\/p>\n<p>    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.karger.com\/Article\/FullText\/496183>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<p>    \"><sup>[11]<\/sup><\/span><\/strong>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p>rn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">Is bariatric surgery in Tijuana safe?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnThe city has world-renowned bariatric centers that offer quality treatment to their patients. Moreover, the staff is highly trained and experienced to ease your weight loss journey.rnrnYou can take a look at our <a href=\"#hospital\">partner facilities<\/a> &amp; doctor&#8217;s profile <a href=\"#surgeons\">here<\/a>. Other than this, we advise you to research the facility youu2019d want to choose as a medical tourist.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">How long does it take to get weight loss surgery in Tijuana, Mexico?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnMost bariatric procedures last approximately <strong>30 minutes to 2 hours<\/strong> on average.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    \n\n<div class='tippy-tip'>\n<p class='tippy-name'>NHS<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bariatric Surgery Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>'u201cOperation times vary between 30minutes to 2 hours. There is additional time putting you to sleep and waking you up. Overall, you are away from the mediroom for 4-5 hours.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n<p>    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.nbt.nhs.uk\/our-services\/a-z-services\/bristol-weight-management-bariatric-service-bwmbs\/bristol-bariatric-service-bbs\/bariatric-surgery-faqs>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<p>    \"><sup>[12]<\/sup><\/span> However, the length of bariatric surgery might vary.rnrnIt depends on various factors, such as the particular technique performed, the patientu2019s unique anatomy, and medical background.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">Do you need someone to stay with you after bariatric surgery?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnYou can usually<strong> go home 1-3 days after<\/strong> a weight loss surgery. However, returning to a regular daily routine may take<strong> 4-6 weeks<\/strong>.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    \n\n<div class='tippy-tip'>\n<p class='tippy-name'>NHS<\/p>\n<p><strong>Afterwards -Weight loss surgery<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>'u201cYou can usually leave hospital 1 to 3 days after having weight loss surgery. You'll be able to start to return to your normal activities 4 to 6 weeks later.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n<p>    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/weight-loss-surgery\/afterwards\/>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<p>    \"><sup>[13]<\/sup><\/span>rnrnDepending on your requirements, you may need someone for support and care.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn<div class=\"wrap-question\"><button class=\"accordion active\"><span class=\"text\">What can disqualify you from bariatric surgery?<\/span><i class=\"mtc-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/button><div class=\"panel\"><p>rnrnYouu2019ll likely be disqualified from bariatric surgery if you have the <strong>following conditions<\/strong>.<span class=\"tippy\" data-tippy-content=\"\n    \n\n<div class='tippy-tip'>\n<p class='tippy-name'>Semantic Scholar<\/p>\n<p><strong>Summary of Bariatric Surgery Guideline of the Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism of Turkey<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>'u201cRefer to Table 3.u201d'<\/em><\/p>\n<p>    <a target='_blank' class='tippy-url' href=semanticscholar.org\/paper\/Summary-of-Bariatric-Surgery-Guideline-of-the-of-of-u00d6zeti\/b81e0162bd814ebf4582c0f087cecc756f5c4878\/figure\/2>View in Article<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<p>    \"><sup>[14]<\/sup><\/span>rn<\/p>\n<ul class=\"square-li-color-style\">rn t<\/p>\n<li>Pregnancy<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Age (&lt;18 or &gt;65 years)<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Alcohol or drug addiction\/abuse<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Any disease that restrains anesthesia<\/li>\n<p>rn t<\/p>\n<li>Untreated conditions such as endocrine disorders, cardiac diseases, mental disorders, digestive issues<\/li>\n<p>rn<\/ul>\n<p>rn<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"section-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n    rnrn<strong>Tijuana, Mexico<\/strong>, offers an excellent option for individuals seeking <strong>high-quality &amp; affordable bariatric surgery<\/strong>. Moreover, with experienced surgeonsu00a0&amp; a supportive medical staff, patients can achieve life-changing results.rnrnBy exploring your options today, take the first step towards a <strong>healthier and happier life<\/strong>. Regain a healthy body and confidence today!rnrn<div class=\"cta cta--post\"><h2>Shape up in Tijuana, Mexico!<\/h2><h3>Take the first step with MTC<\/h3><a href=\"\/request-quote\" class=\"cta_button btn\">Contact us<\/a><\/div>rnrn\n    <h2 id=\"\" class=\"section-heading\">References<\/h2>\n    rnrn<div class=\"content-area content-area--reference\">rnrn<strong>1. Where The Road Folks:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/wheretheroadforks.com\/walking-across-the-border-to-tijuana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Walking Across the Border to Tijuana<\/a>rn<strong>2. American Diabetes Association:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/diabetesjournals.org\/spectrum\/article\/30\/4\/265\/32931\/Bariatric-Surgery-A-Perspective-for-Primary-Care\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bariatric Surgery: A Perspective for Primary Care<\/a>rn<strong>3. NCBI:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7052082\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Advantages and Disadvantages of Sleeve Gastrectomy<\/a>rn<strong>4. NCBI:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4888907\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Treatment of Obesity: Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery<\/a>rn<strong>5. Science Direct:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1743919118316881\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Mini-Gastric Bypass Original Technique<\/a>rn<strong>6. NCBI:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6484905\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Revisional Bariatric Surgery: Focus on Quality of Life<\/a>rn<strong>7. Mayo Clinic:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/endoscopic-sleeve-gastroplasty\/about\/pac-20393958\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty<\/a>rn<strong>8. BMC:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/bmcendocrdisord.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12902-020-0499-4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Are There Really Any Predictive Factors for a Successful Weight Lossu2026<\/a>rn<strong>9. PubMed Central:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5449731\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Patient Factors Predicting Weight Loss after Roux-en-Y..<\/a>rn<strong>10. travel.state.gov:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports\/need-passport\/us-mexicoborder.html#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crossing the U.S. &#8211; Mexico Border by Land<\/a>rn<strong>11. Karger:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.karger.com\/Article\/FullText\/496183\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">European Practical and Patient-Centred Guidelines<\/a>rn<strong>12. Semantic Scholar:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.semanticscholar.org\/paper\/Summary-of-Bariatric-Surgery-Guideline-of-the-of-of-%C3%96zeti\/b81e0162bd814ebf4582c0f087cecc756f5c4878\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Summary of Bariatric Surgery Guidelineu2026<\/a>rn<strong>13. 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