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Do I Qualify for Bariatric Surgery?

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Do I Qualify for Bariatric Surgery? If you’re considering bariatric surgery in Mexico, it’s important to first understand if you qualify for the procedure. With the same high standards of care at a fraction of the cost, it’s no wonder why Mexico is becoming such a popular option for those searching for weight loss solutions.   […]

GERD After Gastric Bypass: Why It Happens & What to Do

Bypass GERD Reflux

Gastric bypass is widely considered the gold-standard bariatric procedure for patients with GERD — and rightly so. The bypass anatomy diverts acid away from the esophagus, and 85-95% of patients see their reflux improve or resolve. But in a small percentage of cases, GERD persists or develops after bypass. Understanding why matters — because the […]

Why Gastric Sleeve Can Cause Acid Reflux

Reflujo después de manga gástrica — evaluación con Dr. Alejandro López

Home ›Gastric Sleeve ›Reflux After Bariatric Surgery ›Why Gastric Sleeve Causes Reflux Short Answer Why Does Gastric Sleeve Cause Acid Reflux? The gastric sleeve removes 70-80% of the stomach, creating a narrow high-pressure tube that pushes acid upward into the esophagus. The surgery can also compromise the lower esophageal sphincter and unmask an undetected hiatal […]

Controla la Diabetes Tipo 2 con Cirugía Bariátrica: La Guía Completa 2026

Dr Lopez Bariatric Surgeron

DIABETES TIPO 2 · 8 MIN DE LECTURA · ACTUALIZADO MAYO 2026 Controla la Diabetes Tipo 2 con Cirugía Bariátrica: La Guía Completa 2026 El 90% de los pacientes con diabetes tipo 2 mejoran o revierten su condición tras la cirugía bariátrica — antes de perder peso, gracias a cambios hormonales inmediatos. La cirugía no […]

How to Break a Weight-Loss Plateau

How To Break A Weight-Loss Plateau

WEIGHT-LOSS PLATEAU · 7-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 How to Break a Weight-Loss Plateau After Bariatric Surgery Most bariatric patients hit a plateau between month 6 and month 18. Here’s why it happens — and 8 strategies, ranked by impact, to restart your fat loss. By Dr. Alejandro López, MD · Bariatric Surgeon · […]

Minimizing Bariatric Surgery Scarring: A Patient Guide to Modern Incisions

A side-by-side illustration of laparoscopic incision types

SURGICAL TECHNIQUES · 7-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Minimizing Bariatric Surgery Scarring: A Patient Guide to Modern Incisions Most modern bariatric procedures leave scars smaller than a fingernail — and many fade to nearly invisible within 12 months. Here’s what to expect and how to optimize healing. By Dr. Alejandro López, MD · Bariatric […]

Bariatric Surgery for Teens: Eligibility, Safety, and Long-Term Outcomes

Man consults his physician about bariatric surgery.

TEEN BARIATRICS · 8-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Bariatric Surgery for Teens: Eligibility, Safety, and Long-Term Outcomes Severe obesity in adolescence often resists diet and exercise alone. For carefully selected teens, bariatric surgery delivers durable weight loss, resolution of type 2 diabetes, and a measurable jump in life expectancy — but only when the […]

How To Keep Muscle And Gain Strength After Gastric Sleeve

How To Maintain And Build Muscle After Gastric Sleeve

GASTRIC SLEEVE · 7-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Build Muscle After Gastric Sleeve: A Patient’s Clinical Guide Lose fat without losing lean mass. Protein targets, resistance training, and supplements for gastric sleeve patients — surgeon-approved. By Dr. Alejandro López, MD · Bariatric Surgeon · Tijuana · Guadalajara · Puerto Vallarta The Short Version Rapid […]