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Best bariatric surgeons in Mexico: TOP 26 doctors

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Marco Sariñana
Plastic surgeon
16 years of experience
4.1
21 reviews
Mexico, Mexicali
Hospital de la Familia

Marco Sariñana

Plastic surgeon
16 years of experience
  • Renowned Weight Loss Surgery specialist, Dr. Marco Sariñana.
  • Performs Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Adjustable Gastric Band procedures.
  • Expert in Weight Loss Surgery with high patient satisfaction rates.
  • International experience in Weight Loss surgical approaches and techniques.
  • Secretary of the National Council of Aesthetic Surgery, Mexico.
  • Member of the National Council of Bariatric Surgeons.
  • Offers online consultations for Weight Loss Surgery patients.
  • Holds multiple certifications in Weight Loss and Aesthetic Surgery.
  • Attends global seminars, staying current in Weight Loss Surgery advancements.
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Eduardo Fernandez
Wellness Specialist
10 years of experience
Mexico, Puerto Vallarta
Holistic Bio Spa®

Eduardo Fernandez

Wellness Specialist
10 years of experience

accreditations:

Doctorate

Eduardo Fernandez, MD

Medical Doctor & Cell Expert

Dr. Eduardo Fernandez is a distinguished medical professional specializing in stem cell therapies and regenerative medicine. He is a certified member of the Mexican College of Cells and Regenerative Medicine, as well as the Mexican Council of Cells for Therapeutic and Research Purposes. Dr. Fernandez’s certifications are the result of a rigorous 8-hour examination process, reserved for a select group of doctors who possess advanced knowledge and experience in these cutting-edge treatments. With only 50 certified doctors in Mexico, Dr. Fernandez’s expertise is highly sought after and respected.

In addition to his national recognition, Dr. Fernandez is awaiting international certification from the renowned International Society for Cell Research (ISSCR). Membership in this prestigious organization signifies Dr. Fernandez’s extensive experience and expertise in stem cell treatments. The ISSCR includes prominent scientists from renowned universities such as Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and other esteemed institutions worldwide. Being a part of this elite society represents the pinnacle of honor and prestige in the field of stem cell therapies.

Furthermore, Dr. Fernandez is also seeking membership and international certification from the International Society for Extracellular Vesicles (ISEV), the largest community of extracellular vesicle researchers globally. With only two thousand members worldwide, ISEV’s select nature underscores Dr. Fernandez’s exceptional dedication to advancing scientific knowledge in the study of exosomes and cellular messengers. By pursuing membership in ISEV, Dr. Fernandez continues to demonstrate his commitment to staying at the forefront of research and innovation in the field of regenerative medicine.

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Eslie Perez
General practitioner
10 years of experience
Mexico, Puerto Vallarta
Holistic Bio Spa®

Eslie Perez

General practitioner
10 years of experience

accreditations:

Doctorate

Jefe de Enseñanza Hospital Regional de Puerto Vallarta  

2020-2023

Encargada de expediente clínico en Hospital Regional de Puerto Vallarta 2 meses 2020  

Médico general en consultorio médico particular  

2015-2022  

Medico a cargo de clínica para control de peso  

2013-2014  

Asistente médico en clínica dermatológica

2008-2013 

 

 Asistente Medico en procedimientos Dermatológicos.  

 Asistente Medico en procedimientos quirúrgicos mínimo invasivos  

 Operación de máquina de laser fraccionado - IPIXEL-ER y  

rejuvenecimiento facial con  IPL.  

 Experiencia en depilación láser con Luz Pulsada Intensa  y  

radiofrecuencia  

 Experiencia con cavitación ultrasónica  

 Experiencia con máquina de fototerapia con luz ultravioleta (UV) para el  

tratamiento de psoriasis y vitíligo.    

 Experiencia asistiendo en procedimientos de Botox y Rellenos.  

 Biomagneta certificada por Instituto superior de biomagnetismo  

medico ISAAC GOIZ DURAN  

 Experiencia en expediente clínico    

 Capacitación en formación continua y desarrollo profesional docent

 

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Gabriel Rosales
General surgeon
17 years of experience
Mexico, Coahuila
OBESITY FREE

Gabriel Rosales

General surgeon
17 years of experience

Some of the most relevant points in Dr. Rosales' CV are:

- Dr. Gabriel Rosales obtained his medical degree from the Universidad de Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
- He completed his residency in general surgery and advanced laparoscopy at the Hospital Christus Muguerza Alta Especialidad hospital endorsed by the Joint Commission International (JCI).
- He completed his advanced training in laparoscopic skills at the Hospital Christus Muguerza Alta Especialidad.
- Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (IFSO)
- Member of the American Society of Endoscopist Surgeons (ASMBS)
- Active Member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) .
- Member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery.
- Belongs to the International Council of Medicine and Surgery based on the United States (International Board of Medicine and Surgery (IBMS).
- Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery.
- Has completed multiple training courses in Mexico and the United States.
- Member of the surgical staff of the most recognized Hospitals in northern Mexico.
- As an experienced surgeon in obesity surgery in Monterrey, Piedras Negras and Laredo, he is recognized by his patients and colleagues.

 

EXPERIENCE AND STUDIES/MEETINGS

He focused his career in the field when he realized that bariatric surgery procedures offer patients such a life-changing experience.

Throughout his career he has participated in more than 8000 gastric sleeve and Lap band procedures.

- Completed his general surgery and advanced laparoscopic residency at Christus Muguerza High Speciality Hospital a Joint Commission International accredited hospital.

- Multiple training courses in Mexico and USA.

- As an experienced weight loss surgeon in Piedras Negras, Nuevo Laredo and Monterrey, Mexico, he is highly regarded by his patients and peers a like.

These professional affiliations allow Dr. Rosales to remain on the leading-edge of developments in weight loss surgery, so that he can provide innovative, effective treatment to all of his patients. Fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Rosales welcomes patients from throughout Mexico, the United States, and Canada.Dr. Rosales takes pride in his work, and nothing gives him more satisfaction than the health, happiness, and joy that his patients are able to achieve following weight loss surgery.

 

Dr. Gabriel Rosales earned his medical degree at the Universidad de Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico, a Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accredited university. (SACS from the U.S.)

He completed his residency in General Surgery at Christus Muguerza High Specialty Hospital.

Studies:

Cursos de Postgrado y Congresos

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Leonardo Favio Chavez Gasque
Orthopedist
6 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
DR. LEONARDO FAVIO CHAVEZ GASQUE

Leonardo Favio Chavez Gasque

Orthopedist
6 years of experience
Dr. Leonardo Favio Chavez Gasque is renowned for his knowledge and expertise in treating orthopedic conditions, specifically related to dupuytren's contracture, floating elbow, brachial plexus injuries, and humeral fractures. He has a deep understanding of biomechanics, including those of the wrist, hand, pelvic limbs, menisci, shoulder, hip, and spine.Read more
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Edmundo Pichardo
Plastic surgeon
37 years of experience

Edmundo Pichardo

Plastic surgeon
37 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic

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20 top ranked Weight Loss Surgery doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

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Oscar Pope Rodriguez
General surgeon
30 years of experience
Mexico, Coahuila
OBESITY FREE

Oscar Pope Rodriguez

General surgeon
30 years of experience

1976-1988 PROFESIONAL: ESCUELA FACULTAD DE MEDICINA

UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE NUEVO LEON

CEDULA PROFESIONAL: 1592528

1988-1989 SERVICIO SOCIAL: CENTRO DE SALUD URBANO FRANCISCO VILLA.

ESTADO DE NUEVO LEON

1990-1994 POSGRADO CIRUGIA GENERAL: HOSPITAL JOSE A. MUGUERZA S.A. DE C.V.

RECONOCIMIENTO DE VALIDEZ OFICIAL OTORGADO POR LA UNIVERSIDAD DE

MONTERREY

DEL ESTADO DE NUEVO LEON

AVE. I. MONTES PRIETO 4500 PTE. C.P. 66238 SAN PEDRO GARZA NUEVO LEON

1991-1994 CIRUGIA LAPAROSCÓPICA: HOSPITAL JOSE A. MUGUERZA S.A. DE C.V.

HIDALGO PTE. 2525 C.P. 6406 MTY NUEVO LEON

CEDULA DE ESPECIALIDAD: 3278462

2005-2006 MEDICINA ESTÉTICA Y ANTIENVEJECIMIENTO

I.M.M.A.E. GUADLAJARA JALISCO UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE GUADALAJARA

IV.- OTROS ESTUDIOS

MARZO1991 “FISIOLOGIA DEL CORAZON”

HOSPITAL MUGUERZA S.A.

MARZO 1992 “GENERALIDADES DEL APARATO DIGESTIVO”

HOSPITAL MUGUERZA S.A.

MARZO 1992 “RESUCITACION CARDIO-PULMONAR AVANZADA”

HOSPITAL MUGUERZA S.A.

MARZO1992 CURSO INTERNACIONAL DE CIRUGIA GENERAL “COMPLICACIONES

POST-OPERATORIAS”

CINTERMEX PARQUE FUNDIDORA MONTERREY NUEVO LEON

SEPTIEMBRE 1992 “TECNICAS FUNDAMENTALES DE CIRUGIA DEL TRAUMA TORAXICO

ABDOMINAL Y VASCULAR”

SOCIEDAD PANAMERICANA DEL TRAUMA

MAYO 1993 EXPOSITOR: CONGRESO 700 CASOS DEL COLECISTECTOMIA POR

LAPAROSCOPIA

II CONGRESO NACIONAL DE CIRUGIA LAPAROSCOPICA IXTAPA GUERRERO

MAYO 1994 CERTIFICADO POR EL CONSEJO DE CIRUGIA GENERAL.

HOSPITAL DE ESPECIALISTAS MEDICOS No. 25 IMSS MONTERREY NUEVO LEON

OCTUBRE 1997 PONENTE “PRIMER CURSO REGIONAL DE CIRUGIA LAPAROSCÓPICA”

COLEGIO MEDICO PIEDRAS NEGRAS COAHUILA

ENERO-MARZO 2006 PONENTE “MANEJO INTRAHOSPITALARIO Y DE URGENCIAS DEL

PACIENTE CRITICO” CLINICA DE ESPECIALISTAS PIEDRAS NEGRAS COAHUILA

AGOSTO-SEPRIEMBRE 2006 CURSO “MEDICINA ESTETICA ANTIENVEJECIMIENTO”

INSTITUTO DE MEDICINA ESTETICO Y ANTIENVEJECIMIENTO GUADALAJARA JALISCO

V.- AREA DE TRABAJO

1994-1995 HOSPITAL MAGISTERIO DEL ESTADO DE COAHUILA

CIRUJANO GENERAL.

1994-2022 CLINICA ESPECIALISTAS S.A

CIRUJANO GENERAL.

1996-2022 CLINICA HOSPITAL ISSSTE PIEDRAS NEGRAS COAHUILA

CIRUJANO GENERAL

 

 

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Ulises Salinas Garcia
Anesthesiologist
38 years of experience
Mexico, Coahuila
OBESITY FREE

Ulises Salinas Garcia

Anesthesiologist
38 years of experience

Direcci6n:

Monterrey 1o10-B

Fracc. Las Fuentes

Piedras Negras, Coah. 26aV

Cel:878-77a5246

@. a//*zd @. @"ltr*a ff"*.r*

Anestesialogia

Ced. Prof. rrr5855

Ced. Esp. 49S6gSs

USA MailingAddress:

2369 Loriiee Dr.

Eagle Pass, TX Z88Sz

- Como profesor adjunto en el I Curso Binacionalde Urgencias Medico Quirdrgicas, septiembre y octubre de

1997, Monterrey, N.L.

- V Simposium lnternacional Bianual de Anestesiotogia Dr. Miguel Somera Castro, septiembre 1998 Mty. N.L.

- XXXlll Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia, septiembre 1999, Acapulco, Gro \

- XXXIV Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia, Congresista, septiembre 2000, Guadalajara, Jal.

- XXXV Ccngreso Mexicano de Anestesiolog[a, noviembre 200]., Cancun, QRoo

- XXXV Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia, Delegado, noviembre 2001, Cancrin, QRoo

- lllCongreso Regional de Anestesiologia, noviembre 2002, Torre6n, Coahuila

- XXXVII Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia y Curso de Actualizacion, noviembre 2003, Zacatecas, Zac.

- XXXV|ll Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia y Curso de Actualizaci6nZQA4, Congresista, noviembre 2004,

Mty, N.L.

- XXXVlll Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia Christus Muguerza, Conchita, noviembre 2004, Mty, N.L.

- XXXIX Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia y Curso de Actualizacidn, Congresista, noviembre 2005 Puerto

Vallarta, Jal.

- XL Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia, Congresista, noviembre 2006, Mr6rida Yuc.

- XXLX Congreso Latinoamericano de Anestesiologia, Congresista, noviembre ZAA7, Cancun, QRoo

- XLI Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia y Curso de Actualizacidn, noviembre 2007 , Canc(n, QRoo

- lV Congreso lberoamericano de Anestesiologia, noviembre2AAT, Canc*n, QRoo

- XLll Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia, Congresista, noviembre 2008, Ledn Gto.

- XLll Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia, Simposio Satdlite: Manejo de la Via Aerea, noviembre 2008,

Aguascalientes, AGS

- XLll Congreso Mexicano de Anestesiologia, Curso: VIa A6rea Dif[cil, noviembre 2008, Leon Gto

- Curso Taller Manejo Via Adrea Dificil en Bariatria, noviembre 2014, Monterrey, N.L.

EXPERIENCIA LABORAL:

- Anestesi6logo de base del IMSS #LL en Piedras Negras Coah, de 1988-1997

- AnestesiSlogo de base Clinica del Magisterio Secci6n 38 y nombramiento como responsable delArea de

Anestesiologia Piedras Negras Coah, 1988-2017

- Anestesi6logo particular Endohospital, Clinica de Especialistas, Clinica Mdxico, Clinica San Jos6 de Piedras

Negras, Coah hasta la fecha

- Experiencia Laboral como Anestesi6logo 34 afios hasta la fecha

ASCICIACIONES A LAS QUE PERTENECE:

- Federacidn Mexicana de Anestesiologia A.C.

- Confederacidn Latinoamericana de Sociedades de Anestesiologia

- World Federation of Societies af Anaesthesiologists #05D0635

- Colegio de Anestesiologia de Coahuila, capitulo de Piedras Negras

 

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Liza Maria Pompa Gonzalez
Gastrointestinal surgeon
22 years of experience

Liza Maria Pompa Gonzalez

Gastrointestinal surgeon
22 years of experience

accreditations:

Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases
American College of Surgeons
American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Mexico, Tijuana
LIMARP Bariatric Surgery Center

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