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Ismael Avila

Urological surgeon

Dr. Ismael Avila is a highly reputable Urologist in Mexicali that has worked both in the Private Sector and Government Sector as the Head Urologist of the State. His constant persuit of excellence and transparent communication has made him very popular with both women and men who need Urological services no matter what the issue can be.

38 years of experience

Dr. Ismael Avila Iniguez is a certified General Surgeon and Urologist who graduated from the Medical Faculty of the Autonomous University of Guadalajara with honors and has performed over 3,000 Urological and Oncological surgical procedures. He is a member of various associations and has been recognized for his work in organ transplant units and cancer care. He regularly attends seminars both in the US and Mexico.

Location

Hospital de la Familia ,Mexicali , Mexico
4.121 reviews

Dr. Ismael Avila Iniguez

Education

Graduated from the Medical Faculty of the Autonomous University of Guadalajara (UAG) in General Surgery. Dr. Avila was given the honors of the best student for 7th and 8th semester. 1979 (3.9 GPA throughout his entire degree ).

Received his degree in the Specialty of Urology from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). 1991

Became certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgeons, 1988 – Present Became certified by the Mexican Council of Urologists , 1991 – Present

Professional Experience

Interned at the ‘ Vicente D’Antoni’ Hospital in Honduras during his studies , 1980

Became the urologist surgeon for the Mexican Social Security Association , 1991 – 1998

Active medical surgeon for the General Hospital of Mexicali, Baja California, 1992- Present

General Director of the General Hospital of Mexicali, 1999

Active Urology surgeon in Hospital Hispano Americano and the General Hospital in Mexicali , 1999 – present

Memberships, Associations and Recognitions

Awarded as the School of Medicine ( UAG ) ‘ Best Student’ for 1th and 8th semester Member of the Mexican Society of Urologists , 2001 – Present

Recognition by the Mexican Society of Urologists for participating in the International committee of Urologist, 1992

Recognition by the General Hospital in Mexicali for his outstanding labor work in the development of all medical services, 1999

Recognition by the association of Transplants and Renal patients A.C. and the I.S.S.T.E. Union of pensions for becoming a Pioneer in the organ transplant unit in the State of Baja California.

Council member of the Mexican Society of Urologist, 2003 – 2009

Member of the Mexican society of Oncology, 2007 – present

Considerations

Dr. Ismael Avila has performed over 3,000 Urological and Oncological surgical procedures including implants, cancer care, and transplant infusion. He regularly attends seminars in both the United States and Mexico such as the Annual Meeting of the American Urological Association and the National Congress of Oncology and Urology.

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Louis Turi
Sep 8, 2021
Otoplasty (ear surgery)

Fantastic service, very reliable people. Bookimed is highly recommended for anyone looking for medical care in Mexico.

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Anonymous
Mar 17, 2024
Stomach stapling

Highly recommend to use this website. It gives you a ticket to express lane for VIP treatment. I'm very happy patient.

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Rory
Feb 6, 2023
Gynecomastia surgery

Hospital fine, clean decent staff Got gynecomastia surgery, emintha into healing moderately okay results, had maybe grade one maybe grade 2 gyno, got glands removed as I was very lean, Surgeon made lo... Read more

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Diana
Nov 9, 2021
Rhinoplasty (nose job)

Terrible surgeon. Will not take the time to speak with you, when he does he knows limited English and is very very rushed. The first time me he gave me results that were so drastic I looked like a pig... Read more

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Cassondra Crayton
Apr 27, 2023
Brazilian Butt Lift

My experience was great Carlos was my angel through the whole journey

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Melva
Nov 14, 2022
Facelift surgery

A little more knowledge of what to expect after surgery and the following week. The Staff was really nice I felt like everyone tried to help us communicate with the English/Spanish language.

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Emmanuel Sikora
Jul 25, 2022
Septoplasty

I really have to thank the people at the Hospital de la Familia. I went there for a septoplasty - I am already healing really well, breathing freely through a new nose like I never could before. The ... Read more

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Ginger
Oct 12, 2021
Liposuction

The staff was very attentive. The only issue I had was I received different instructions for recovery

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Anonymous
Aug 27, 2021
Hysterectomy (uterus removal)

Better hospital experience than any I've had in the United States. Place was well maintained, staff were professional. Service was excellent.

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Anonymous
Jul 15, 2021
Plastic Surgery Consultation

the service and all of them were very kind to me and very attentive ... the recovery room was very spacious and very spacious. Definitely yes. I am very satisfied with the whole process from the begin... Read more