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Mexico Weight Loss Procedure Packages
We've worked hard to find the best surgeons and the most equipped hospitals in Tijuana. All at an affordable price!
Tijuana Weight Loss Procedure Packages
LAPBAND PACKAGE: $4,500.00 - $5,500.00
- Pre-Operatory Tests: EKG, X-Ray, Blood test and Evaluation performed by an Internal Medicine Specialist
- Antibiotics and Pain Medicine during your Recovery
- Nutriologist Program to help you achieve your ideal weight loss
- Transportation to airport/hotel/hospital
- Hospital Fees
- Surgeons Fees
- Anesthesiologist Fees
- Allergan Lap-Band
- 2 Nights our new recovery house!
- Use of car with driver for sightseeing/shopping
- Use of a telephone to call the U.S. at no charge
SLEEVE PACKAGE $6,000.00 - $8,500.00
- Pre-Operatory Tests: EKG, X-Ray, Blood test and Evaluation performed by an Internal Medicine Specialist
- Transportation to airport/hotel/hospital
- Hospital Fees
- Surgeons Fees
- Anesthesiologist Fees
- Antibiotics and Pain Medicine during your Recovery
- Nutriologist Program to help you achieve your ideal weight loss
- 2 nights at Hospital
- 1 Night at our new recovery house!
- Use of car with driver for sightseeing/shopping
- Use of a telephone to call the U.S. at no charge
GASTRIC BYPASS PACKAGE $7,500.00 - $9,500.00
- Pre-Operatory Tests: EKG, X-Ray, Blood test and Evaluation performed by an Internal Medicine Specialist
- Antibiotics and Pain Medicine during your Recovery
- Nutriologist Program to help you achieve your ideal weight loss
- Transportation to airport/hotel/hospital
- Hospital Fees
- Surgeons Fees
- Anesthesiologist Fees
- 3 nights at Hospital
- 1 Night at our new recovery house!
- Use of car with driver for sightseeing/shopping
- Use of a telephone to call the U.S. at no charge
MINI GASTRIC BYPASS PACKAGE $7,500.00 - $9,500.00
- Pre-Operatory Tests: EKG, X-Ray, Blood test and Evaluation performed by an Internal Medicine Specialist
- Antibiotics and Pain Medicine during your Recovery
- Nutriologist Program to help you achieve your ideal weight loss
- Transportation to airport/hotel/hospital
- Hospital Fees
- Surgeons Fees
- Anesthesiologist Fees
- 3 nights at Hospital
- 1 Night at our new recovery house!
- Use of car with driver for sightseeing/shopping
- Use of a telephone to call the U.S. at no charge
Weight Loss Surgery Procedures
We provide full service weight loss surgery solutions offering several options: Lap-Band, Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, Mini Gastric Bypass...
The Lap-Band system: Fast
becoming a popular choice in the United States, the Lap Band is billed as the least invasive safest weight loss surgery. The Lap-Band
is wraped around the stomach and creates an upper pouch. A narrowed outlet is created between the new upper pouch and lower stomach.
The diameter of the band can be adjusted through an access port. As the stomach outlet gets smaller, it helps reduce the amount of
food you eat and makes you feel full sooner. Surgery takes less than an hour and patients can usually return to normal daily activities
within just a few days!
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG): Also known
as “the sleeve”. This surgery once used as a first stage surgery in patients with a very high BMI, has now become a stand alone
surgery for patients wanting a procedure less invasive than the gastric bypass, yet they don’t want to or cannot commit to fills
and frequent follow up care that the Lap Band requires. This surgical weight loss procedure is used for severely obese individuals
weighing more than 100 lbs over their ideal body weight. The procedure has great promise.
The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: This surgery is
a combination of a restrictive procedure (similar to the VSG) and a malabsorption surgery. The patient will be restricted to eating a
small amount of food and will not absorb all the calories consumed. A gastric bypass can be performed using laparoscopic surgery or
open surgery. Most surgeons prefer the laparoscopic approach. This surgery is known as the “Gold Standard” bariatric surgery in the
Untied States.
Mini-Gastric Bypass: This surgery is a modified version of
the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. The stomach is fashioned into a long, narrow tube. The new small stomach is attached to the small intestine about
6 feet down. The larger stomach is sealed and left unattached. The Mini Bypass is done laporoscopically through five 1 inch incisions. The
simplicity of its construction reduces the challenge of laparoscopic surgery. The mini gastric bypass typically takes 30 – 40 minutes to
complete.
Plastic Surgery: We offer Plastic Surgeons that specialize in plastic surgery after massive weight loss. See the procedures offered and read our surgeon’s credentials.
Mexico Weight Loss Surgery Center
All of our procedures are performed in a Tijuana full service surgery center with a proven record of success.
Tijuana Weight Loss Surgery Center
With its convenient location, our Tijuana Medical Center makes it easy to have your surgery performed with the minimum amount of travel.
This full service surgery center is fully equipped to perform all of our weight loss surgery procedures - Lap-Band Surgery, Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Procedure, Gastric Bypass Procedure, and Mini Gastric Bypass Procedure.
Mexico Weight Loss Surgeons
Our General Surgery and (Weight Loss) Bariatric Surgery Specialists in Tijuana Mexico.
Tijuana Surgeon - Dr. Mario Alberto Almanza Reyes
Dr. Mario Alberto Almanza Reyes has vast experience in bariatric surgery. He has performed over 1,100 bariatric surgeries (including the Lap Band surgery, Gastric Bypass Surgery, Mini Bypass, and the Gastric Sleeve).
Dr. Almanza is certified in both the Allergan and Johnson and Johnson gastric bands (the only 2 FDA approved gastric bands). Dr. Almanza also received training in trauma life support.
Dr. Almanza’s advice for patients is to choose a surgeon that is a step ahead and strives for perfection. “Doing the surgical procedure is the easy part, the important thing is being aware of the small details, which if overlooked, can cause great problems”.
Dr. Almanza’s meticulous attention to detail, safety and to providing specialized care to his patients is what sets him apart from other surgeons. His philosophy is to not only provide top treatment for his patients, but to build a good physician-patient relationship. It is his belief this is crucial to lasting success. Dr. Almanza treats all his patients with compassion and special care because that is the way he would want to be treated himself. Click here for Dr. Almanza's CV
What to Expect After Your Surgery
Here is a general overview of what to expect in the weeks following a weight loss surgery.
Lap Band: You will be on a modified diet that includes liquids and soft foods for the first few weeks. Once you have moved on to solid foods, you should not consume liquid calories or soft calorie dense foods. The Lap Band will only restrict solid foods and not liquid calories. You will need to avoid sweets and junk food and should incorporate exercise in to your daily activities. You will need to refrain from drinking liquids ˝ hour before and 1 hour after meals. Non calorie liquids should be consumed between meals.
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy: You will be on a modified diet that includes liquids and soft foods and will progress to a regular diet. Your hunger will be greatly diminished but you will still need to avoid sweets and junk foods and should incorporate exercise in to your day.
Gastric Bypass: You will be on a modified diet that includes liquids and soft foods. You will progress very slowly to solid foods. You will need to consume non-calorie liquids between meals only. You may not drink any liquids ˝ hour before eating and 1 hour after meals. You should avoid sweets and high fat foods as they may cause you to feel ill and experience with is known as “dumping syndrome”. You should incorporate exercise in to your day.
Mexico Weight Loss Surgery Accommodations
Our Tijuana luxurious and comfortable accommodations with general room.
Tijuana - Emmanuel Residence Recovery House
Our new recovery house
Contact Us
We are happy to answer any questions you may have about weight loss surgery.
Do I Qualify?
All patients with a BMI above 30 are considered candidates. Generally in the United States, surgical candidates possessing a BMI of 40 and above or 35 with 2 co-morbidities such as diabetes, high blood pressure or sleep apnea. Most other countries already have clinical results for patients with BMI’s between 30 – 35. All patients that stand to benefit should be considered for surgical treatment. Other factors, such as the number and severity of co morbidities, general health and well being are also evaluated. Please contact us and we will have one of our surgeons evaluate your status as a surgical candidate.
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Financing Options
Mexico Weight Loss Surgery has variety of financing available. To view Financing Options click here
Testimonials
I just wanted to thank you for the extra care taken and concern showed during my stay at the Emmanuel Medical Center to get my Lap Band procedure on June 8, 2009. My every need was satisfied and the level of service was OUTSTANDING!! read more...
-D. R.
I had surgery 5 months ago and am happy to report I’m doing very well. I was very nervous about going to Mexico alone for surgery, but the whole staff made it so much easier for me. I was so happy that I had someone to pick me up at the airport, drive me around, and make sure I had everything I needed. I have lost 52 lbs. since surgery and I just want to say thank you to everyone!
-Barbara
Thank you for making it possible for me to afford to have Lap Band surgery! Without any insurance, I would never have been able to afford to have it done in the U.S. I'm so happy there are great surgeons and people in other countries like you so I can get healthy and live a better life. The care I received was outstanding and everyone was so friendly. Thank you!
-Marla
It’s only been 6 weeks since my VSG surgery. I wanted to email you to tell you thanks. I didn't know what to expect when I got on the plane, but you guys really delivered what you promised. I met both surgeons and they were both so caring and made me feel comfortable. I thought it was especially nice that I had an English speaking facilitator to take us shopping and show us some sights. That was a nice touch. By the way, I've lost 18 lbs already!
-Gail
Here’s an update on me since my gastric bypass surgery almost 7 months ago. I have lost 82 lbs and feel great! Please say thank you to everyone for me. You may use this email on your website as my testimonial. You really know how to provide a quality service at an affordable price. I would recommend Mexico Weight Loss Surgery to anyone wanting weight loss surgery. In fact, I already have recommended them to some of my friends and family. They take great care of you and the surgeons, staff and hospital are top notch! I can’t imagine finding a better experience even at twice the price!
-Mark
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Important travel information! Passports will be required for land-based travel to Mexico at some point during the summer of 2008. Click here for passport application information.
