Obesity Epidemic
Obesity is at a dangerously high rate in United States, Canada, and globally. Obesity-related diseases are life threatening and shorten life expectancy. Obesity is linked to:
| – Impaired glucose tolerance (pre-diabetes) | – Type 2 diabetes |
| – High cholesterol or triglyceride levels | – High blood pressure |
| – Coronary heart disease | – Stroke |
| – Sleep apnea | – Fertility problems |
| – Gout | – Fatty liver |
| – Complications in pregnancy | – Stress incontinence (leaking urine laughing, coughing…) |
| – Gallstones | – Cancers (colon, breast and endometrial/uterine…) |
Weight loss surgery, such as gastric sleeve and RNY gastric bypass, is the only proven long-term solution to obesity problem. Dr. Jaime Ponce and Mexico Bariatric Center perform the following life changing weight loss surgeries. Dr. Ponce has been working with Mexico Bariatric Center since 2012.
Bariatric Surgery Procedures
Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Tijuana
Perhaps the most vital decision you will make when having gastric sleeve surgery in Tijuana is choosing the right facility. The most vital accreditation agency in the United States is the Joint Commission International. They have the highest requirements and certification requires that the facility passes on nearly 300 standards and 1,200 data points regarding how they care for patients. Read More.
Gastric Bypass Surgery in Tijuana
Gastric bypass surgery is a major surgery and should be considered very carefully. You want to be sure that you are making the best decision for your situation. If you and your physician come to the conclusion that you are a good candidate for the surgery, and are considering having the surgery in Tijuana, you will want to understand all of the details. Read More.
Duodenal Switch in Tijuana, Mexico
One of the most prominent reasons that people choose duodenal switch surgery in Tijuana is the lower price than the United States. This doesn’t mean that the surgery is any less important or that it requires less qualified professionals for the job. You want to be sure that you are getting the very best care available. Read More.
Gastric Plication Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico
While gastric plication surgery in Tijuana is a less invasive surgery than some of the other bariatric surgeries, it is still important that the surgery be conducted by qualified individuals in a qualified facility. You want to select a facility that is accredited by a professional association such as Joint Commission International. Read More.
Mini Gastric Bypass in Tijuana, Mexico
Although mini-gastric bypass surgery is a modified version of the gastric bypass, but is still fairly expensive in the United States. Many individuals choose to seek help outside of the United States for better prices. Mini-gastric bypass surgery in Tijuana is more affordable, but no less of a quality surgery. Read More.
Revisional Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico
Everyone hopes that their bariatric surgery will go off without a hitch and that they will see significant success in their weight loss after the surgery. Sometimes this is not the case and revisional surgery needs to made. In fact, sometimes revisional surgery is necessary to allow for even greater weight loss. Read More.
IntraGastric Balloon in Tijuana, Mexico
As an alternative to bariatric surgery procedures, Intragastric Balloon (IGB) offers a non-surgical temporary weight loss management solution. The balloon is inserted into the stomach to make patient eat less and feel full longer. Along with diet and exercise, the patient learns portion control and lose weight for the period of 6 to 12 months when the balloon stays in the stomach and after its removal. Orbera and Spatz3 balloons are the major IGB systems in the market. Read More.