GUADALAJARA · MEXICO
Dr. Alejandro López — Bariatric Surgeon
Board-certified bariatric surgeon · 20+ years of experience
Specialist in bariatric and metabolic surgery in Guadalajara, Mexico, with active practice in Puerto Vallarta and Tijuana. Over 20,000 successful procedures with laparoscopic and robotic technique.
Dr. López combines the highest international medical standards with personalized, attentive care for every patient. Trusted by patients from the United States, Canada, and across Latin America.
Training and career
Dr. Alejandro López completed his medical degree, followed by his specialty in General Surgery and subspecialty in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery. His practice is exclusively focused on the care of patients with obesity — from initial evaluation through long-term post-operative follow-up.
He performs procedures at three top-tier hospitals in Mexico:
- 🏥 Hospital Puerta de Hierro Andares — Guadalajara, Jalisco
- 🏥 Hospital Joya Riviera — Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
- 🏥 Hospital Dreams — Tijuana, Baja California
Dr. López treats both Mexican patients and international medical tourists. His bilingual team coordinates the entire surgical journey — from airport pickup to remote post-op follow-up.
Experience in numbers
+20,000
Successful bariatric procedures performed
+20
Years of experience in bariatric surgery
3
Hospital locations in Mexico
5
International certifications
Certifications and memberships
Dr. Alejandro López is an active member of the top international and Mexican associations for bariatric and general surgery:
Procedures performed
Bariatric Surgery
- • Gastric sleeve
- • Gastric bypass
- • Duodenal switch & SADI-S
- • Gastric balloon (SPATZ)
Revision Surgery
- • Lap band removal
- • Bariatric revision
- • Conversions (sleeve → bypass)
- • Leak and stricture repair
General Surgery
- • Gallbladder surgery
- • Hiatal hernia / acid reflux
- • Inguinal hernia
- • Appendix (laparoscopic)
Schedule your free consultation with Dr. López
The first step is a personalized consultation — free for international patients. We will determine if you are a candidate, which procedure fits best, and walk you through pricing and travel logistics.