Dr. Jaime Ponce De Leon, is part of The Mexico Bariatric Center skilled laparoscopic weight loss surgeons in Tijuana, Mexico. Since 1995, Dr. Jaime Ponce has trained under leading surgeons in Mexico. To develop qualified bariatric surgery skills, Dr. Jaime Ponce de Leon, like Dr. Rodriguez Lopez, has begun practicing on complex bariatric surgery cases, to ensure complete competency.
Mexico Bariatric Center has assembled the most qualified team of dedicated metabolic and bariatric surgeons, including Dr. Ponce, in one center. Surgeons like Dr. Louisiana Valenzuela (the most sought-after surgeon), Dr. Alejandro Gutierrez, and Dr. Rodriguez Lopez (Super Surgeon). The MBC team of surgeons have well over 10 years of surgical experience and well over 10,000 bariatric surgeries.
After doing so many bariatric surgeries, Dr. Jaime Ponce de Leon can perform many weight loss surgery types, including revisional procedures:
Including Revisional Procedures:
- Gastric Banding to Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Gastric Banding to Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Gastric Sleeve to Duodenal Switch
- Gastric Bypass Revision
Training Includes:
- Bariatric Course in Leon Guanajuato, Mexico.
- Advanced Course in Esophagus Endoscopic Surgery in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
- Postgraduate: Hospital General de Tijuana SSA.
Memberships Include:
- Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery.
- Mexican Association of General Surgery.
- College of General Surgeons of Tijuana Baja California.
Education of Dr. Jaime Ponce de Leon Palomares:
- Graduated 1993 from the UMSNH Medical School, with training as gastroenterologist.
- Specialized as a laparoscopic weight loss surgeon in the United States and France
Leading Weight Loss Surgeon in Tijuana, Mexico, Dr. Ponce has over 10 years of experience in the industry.
Dr. Jaime Ponce de Leon Palomares Staff
Dr. Jaime Ponce de Leon works with a close-knit team of highly qualified bariatric professionals in Mexico. Below are some of Dr. Jaime Ponce de Leon regular staff:
Anesthesiologist: Dr. Jesus Santiago Sanchez
Dr. Jesus Sanchez is an anesthesiologist who possesses over 15 years of general surgery and bariatric experience. Nicknamed, ‘Super Sanchez’, Dr. Jesus Sanchez has made a name for himself in the bariatric industry in Mexico. Dr. Sanchez graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa in Culiacan and is a member of the Mexican Anesthesiologist Federation and Colleges of Tijuana Anesthesiologists. Dr. Santiago is responsible for keeping the patients safe and comfortable during and after weight loss surgery.
Assistant Surgeon: Dr. Eulices Frayre
Dr. Eulices Frayre is a cosmetic and general surgeon who has been working with Dr. Ponce de Leon for years. He started in the bariatrics industry in 2003, splitting his time between general, bariatric and cosmetic surgery. Since then, Dr. Frayre has developed a strong affinity for the weight-loss industry – do his part to rid obesity, one person at a time. Dr. Eulices Frayre graduated from the Centro de Estudios Universitarios Xochicalco medical school and is the medical director at the Belletza Medical Spa in Tijuana. Dr. Eulices also specializes in post-bariatric plastic surgery, since 2012.
Diet and Nutrition: Dr. Sergio Verduzco
Dr. Sergio Verduzco is a medical doctor who specializes in postoperative diet and nutrition. Dr. Verduzco has been working with Dr. Ponce’s staff for over one year now. Dr. Sergio Verduzco recently finished his residency at the Autonomous University of Guadalajara and Regional Military Hospital, after graduating from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara in 2013.
Dr. Jaime Ponce de Leon
I’m interested in getting a gastric bypass or sleeve. I’d like more information.
https://mexicobariatriccenter.com/health-questionnaire/ Fill out this form, and our office will reach out and help you.
I have a lap band that was placed in the states in 2017 and has given me complications. I need toget the band taken out with some kind of revision. I have severe reflux on medication for 2x a day.
Hi Melissa, sorry for the late response. You can fill out a free Health Questionnaire to get surgery recommendations and to see if you are eligible for surgery. You can find the health questionnaire here: https://www.jaimeponcemd.com/apply-for-weight-loss-surgery/