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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.

39 years of experience

Dr. Ismael Avila Iniguez is a certified General Surgeon and Urologist. He trained at the Autonomous University of Guadalajara and UNAM. He has performed over 3,000 urological and oncological surgeries. Dr. Avila helped establish organ transplant units in Baja California and has improved cancer care in the region.

He is certified by the Mexican Councils of General Surgery and Urology. Dr. Avila has served as General Director and active surgeon at the General Hospital of Mexicali. He is a member of the Mexican Societies of Urology and Oncology. He has received several awards for his clinical and academic work.

Location

Hospital de la Familia ,Mexicali , Mexico
4.123 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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Donna Henry
Aug 13, 2024
Liposuction of the Thigh

My medical team with carlos was great. I couldn't ask for any better. From start to finish, he was always available. He speaks perfect English. He checked on me daily. The price quotes did not chan... Read more

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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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Celia Castillo
Sep 19, 2023
Arm lift (brachioplasty)

I like how fast and easy it was from the start. The surgical facility was small but worked fine. I did not like the post op care. The night nurse was terrible. Her patients were not a priority. Post o... Read more

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Anonymous
Dec 24, 2022
Breast augmentation

Make sure your very clear on needs and expectations. Or they will nickel and dime you. Even though rides to and from border are included they will try to make to find your own way. After your sur... Read more

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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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Emmanuel Sikora
Jul 25, 2022
Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)

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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Lauri Fish
Mar 10, 2025
MRI of one area

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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

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Melva
Nov 14, 2022
Facelift

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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