Medical Tourism
The high cost of medical care in the United States and other countries leads many patients to put off procedures they want and need.
Medical tourism – traveling to a foreign country for health care – has emerged as a popular alternative to high-priced treatment.
At ALO Bariatrics, we provide life-changing health care at three locations spread across Mexico, at a fraction of American costs.
Talk to Our Weight Loss Experts
IN TIJUANA, GUADALAJARA, AND PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO
There is simply no better option than bariatric surgery for patients struggling with obesity who are unable to lose weight. Our team of expert surgeons, supported by a compassionate bilingual staff, have helped thousands achieve weight loss goals they once only dreamed of.
We operate out of premier facilities, and use the laparoscopic approach to reduce visible scarring while speeding up recovery times. Plus, our comprehensive experience allows you to turn medical treatment into a memorable vacation. All you have to do begin your weight loss journey is call or write to us today.
Comparing Our Health Care Costs
TO HIGH AMERICAN MEDICAL PRICES
Our Medical Tourism Fees Are Comprehensive
- Surgery
- Luxurious Hotel
- Exams and X-rays
- Medical Materials
- Anesthesiology
- Professional Chauffeur
- Preoperative Preparation
- Prescription Medications
- Hospital Stay
- Medical Evaluation
- Certified Bilingual Nurses
- Certified Nutritionist Care
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We have helped author thousands of incredible weight loss success stories. For many, their free initial consultation with ALO Bariatrics is the first chapter in a truly transformative journey. If you know you want bariatric surgery that is powerful and affordable, simply speak to our team today. Feel free to call (844) 461-2831 or write to us to learn more about our Tijuana, Guadalajara, and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, experiences.
Why So Many Choose ALO Bariatrics
ELITE SURGEONS
IMPORTANT ACCREDITATION
Our Three Convenient Locations Across Mexico
TIJUANA, MEXICO
GUADALAJARA, MEXICO
PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO
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Bariatric Surgery is Booming
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"THE BEST EXPERIENCE I'VE EVER HAD"
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WHO HAVE SERVED THOUSANDS OF PATIENTS
Dr. Alejandro Lopez
Dr. Lopez studied bariatric surgery at multiple renowned institutions at home and abroad. One of his most notable achievements was completing an advanced fellowship at Chicago's Cook County Hospital. He went on to prove his vast knowledge by earning board certification from the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases. Dr. Lopez first treated a patient struggling with severe weight issues in 1992, a turning point that led him to found ALO Bariatrics to help thousands overcome obesity.
Dr. Helmut Hilke Viera
Dr. Helmut Hilke is an expert in preoperative, transoperative, and postoperative care. He is particularly adept at heading off surgical complications before they occur. Dr. Hilke earned many honors while studying medicine at the Xochicalco University in Tijuana, Mexico. These include placing in the top three of the University's Academic Knowledge Competition and spending six years on the University's executive council. In addition to speaking English and Spanish, Dr. Hilke is fluent in German.
Dr. David Javier Orozco Agüet
Dr. Orozco received specialty training in general surgery and laparoscopy at the Christus Muguerza High Specialty Hospital. He later earned board certification from the Mexican Council of General Surgery. Dr. Orozco's advanced training includes studying metabolic and obesity diseases in Spain and participating in Mexican national congresses on endoscopic surgery and multidisciplinary type 2 diabetes management.
Dr. Armando Joya Munguía
Dr. Munguía has received both board certification and recertification in general surgery. His post-graduate studies include specialization at the XXI Century National Medical Center, and international education at Florida's Jackson Memorial Hospital and Baptist Memorial Hospital. Dr. Munguía's bariatric surgery knowledge is so highly regarded that he has served as an adjunct professor of laparoscopic surgery at the General Hospital of Zone 16, Torreon.
Dr. Alejandro Ríos
Dr. Ríos earned his medical degree from the Autonomous University of Chihuahua in 1985. He decided to continue his studies in America, completing a year of research at Houston's Methodist Hospital and further education at the University of Illinois. Dr. Ríos' years of specialty training led to his current appointment as the head of the emergency department at two of our hospitals. He is also a respected medical teacher at the University Center of the Coast.
Dr. Maria Luisa Garcia
Dr. Garcia is a certified anesthesiologist who has practiced medicine for more than a decade. She is highly-respected for the compassionate care she provides to each of our bariatric patients. Dr. Garcia has always been highly dedicated to her work, evidenced by her earning her medical degree with honors from Anahuac University in Mexico City. She maintains many prominent affiliations, including with the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
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AT REASONABLE RATES
WE CAN MEET YOU IN SAN DIEGO
While you might be enticed by our low prices and high quality care, the prospect of navigating Mexican terrain on your own may worry you. For patients who choose our Tijuana, Mexico, location, our comprehensive tourism experience begins before they even cross the border.
We provide courteous, professional chauffeurs who will meet you at the San Diego International Airport to drive you to your chosen medical tourist destination. We don’t stop there. All transportation needs throughout your treatment are handled by us, ensuring you feel safe and taken care of. Patients who choose Guadalajara or Puerto Vallarta can receive this same premium treatment the minute they arrive at the airport in Mexico.
Remarkable Transformations
MADE IN MEXICO
Rogelio
SILS gastric sleeve surgery helped Rogelio achieve a beach body he can show off on tourism adventures everywhere. SILS is minimally-invasive, single-incision surgery that provides a world of change.
Kristin
Our medical offerings are enjoyed by men and women from around the world. Kristin received a gastric sleeve that allowed her to lose weight that seemed previously impossible to shed.
Rosa
Rosa chose gastric bypass surgery for her medical weight loss transformation. A single bypass led to major weight loss, thinning Rosa’s face and body.
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Are You Frustrated With American Health Care?
YOU ARE NOT ALONE
71% of Americans say they pay too for health care, considering the quality of care they receive.
58% of Americans say medical costs are a major financial burden for their family.
66% of American adults say voters have essentially no ability to lessen health care costs.
Take Your Health Into Your Own Hands
The statistics above paint a troubling picture of a frustrated nation that feels powerless to fight against skyrocketing medical costs. Thankfully, medical tourism in Mexico exists to provide a powerful alternative for patients. Choosing weight loss surgery at ALO Bariatrics is an empowering choice that allows you to improve your life without struggling through the American system. Call (844) 461-2831 or send us a message to start your journey.
Beyond Weight-Loss
THE LIFE-IMPROVING BENEFITS OF BARIATRIC SURGERY
Better Sleep
Obstructive sleep apnea(OSA) can cause persistent fatigue, heart problems, and even eye issues. Bariatric surgery leads to OSA remission in an estimated 80-85% of patients.
Healthier Heart
Major weight loss achieved with bariatric surgery can reduce the risk of life-threatening cardiovascular diseases. These include myocardial infarction, stroke, and hypertension.
Diabetes Remission
Type 2 diabetes can be debilitating. One scientific study that followed up with gastric bypass surgery recipients 10 years after treatment found a significantly reduced amount of diabetes symptoms.
Pain Relief
Living with excess weight places significant stress on your body, and can lead to joint pain and damage. Shedding weight with bariatric surgery can eliminate this pain and increase your mobility.
Improved Fertility
Obese women suffer from an increased risk of miscarriage, which can be lessened by bariatric surgery. Other pregnancy complications may also be avoided by weight loss.
Lessened Depression
Obesity can lead to unfair stigma from others and negative feelings about one’s self. Studies have found that bariatric surgery can reduce depression, especially in the years immediately following treatment.
A Team that Goes Above and Beyond
Bilingual
Every member of our medical staff that you interact with will be fluent in English. You don't have to stress about a language barrier interfering with your healthcare.
Attentive
The candidacy requirements for both procedures are similar. Patients should be generally healthy and will have needed to try multiple methods to lose weight. If your BMI is greater than 40 or 35 and you also suffer from a related condition, you could be a candidate for LAP-BAND. For gastric sleeve surgery, patients should have a BMI over 35 or over 30 plus a comorbid condition.
Concierge-Like
Traveling to a foreign country for any reason, let alone for medical care, can be difficult to plan. Fortunately, the ALO Bariatrics team is available to make all of your travel arrangements for you. We will organize your hotel and hospital reservations and make sure that you are picked up from the airport by a reliable chauffeur.
Our Most Popular Procedures Include:
Gastric Sleeve
Gastric sleeve is a restrictive bariatric surgery that leads to weight loss by physically limiting the amount of food you require to feel full. During treatment, our surgeons will remove the majority of your stomach and reshape the remaining portion into a sleeve-like form. The renowned Johns Hopkins School of Medicine states that patients can lose up to 90 pounds with a gastric sleeve.
Gastric Bypass
Gastric bypass, also referred to as Roux-en-Y, is one of the most frequently selected bariatric surgeries. Its remarkable effect is achieved by diverting food you eat into a small pouch created by reshaping your stomach and small intestine. This limits your caloric intake. According to the Mayo Clinic, gastric bypass can lead to a loss of more than 70% of excess weight within two years of treatment.
Gastric Bypass
Gastric bypass, also referred to as Roux-en-Y, is one of the most frequently selected bariatric surgeries. Its remarkable effect is achieved by diverting food you eat into a small pouch created by reshaping your stomach and small intestine. This limits your caloric intake. According to the Mayo Clinic, gastric bypass can lead to a loss of more than 70% of excess weight within two years of treatment.
Duodenal Switch
A duodenal switch is a powerful option that combines elements of both sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. Our surgeons successfully perform this highly complex treatment, which has shown tremendous long-term weight loss. Clinical trials found patients to have maintained a loss of 70% of their excess weight even over 10 years after surgery.
Revision Surgery
In some cases, revision surgery is necessary to truly achieve the weight loss you dreamed of. These corrections may be needed if your bariatric surgery was performed poorly by a surgeon elsewhere, or if you simply need adjustment to obtain better weight loss. Our team can perform revision surgeries to put you on the right path, and can even transform a gastric sleeve into a gastric bypass.
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Why Canada Comes to Us
A think-tank based in the city of Calgary in Alberta, Canada, reported that 217,500 Canadians engaged in medical tourism in 2017. Many factors lead people to leave Canada to become patients in Mexico. These include long waiting times for treatment, exorbitantly expensive costs for procedures not covered by government health care, and a lack of some cutting-edge procedures.
The same 2017 report also found that over 150,000 Canadians traveled to foreign countries with patients. Why wait a long time for overpriced care when you and your loved ones can turn your bariatric surgery into a true tourist experience? Call (844) 461-2831 or write to our team to explore your options for a Mexican weight loss excursion.
What About Medical Tourism in Thailand?
It can’t be denied that, among other countries, Thailand is a popular medical tourism option. However, medical tourism in Mexico can be much more seamless than the Thai option. A typical one-stop flight to Thailand takes nearly a full 24 hours. Once there, Americans will then have to adjust to the time zone, which is 11 to 14 hours ahead of the United States.
Positive Experiences Made in Mexico
