The Bariatrics Specialists in Tijuana
Located in the city of Tijuana, Baja California, our team consists of a group of experts in obesity, as well as a technical staff who is expert in each of their specialties.
We make sure to provide the patient with a complete follow-up, granting complete nutritional therapy, bariatric psychology, physical activity program to continue weight loss and periodic reviews to ensure that the patient’s progress is the best.
Surgeons specialists in overweight
Dr. Oscar Lumban
Obesity is a worldwide health issue, in wich I have decided to fight against. I have been involved in bariatric surgery the last decade and have been trained recognized surgeon’s in the field. The results scene are remarkable and even more motivational to continue in our fight. Self-estime issues are dramatically improved, not to mention all the health issues involved.
I can only offer my professional wisdom, cordiality and above all honesty to all my patients.
Training
- Bariatric tutoral training imparted by Dr. Lopez Corvala, Dr. Ponce De Leon and Dr. Francisco Ortega.
- Cholecistectomy by laparoscopy
- Inguinal hernia
- Hiatus surgery
- General surgery
Certifications
Colegio Mexicano de Cirugía Endoscópica A.C.
Dr. Roberto Estrada
Medical Degree from University Michoacan, San Nicolas de Hidalgo Mich. Morelia, Mexico 1984 -1986 Post graduate degree in anesthesiology at Central Hospital of the Mexican Red Cross Mexico D.F.
Certifications
- 2001 Board Certified in Mexican Board of Anesthesiology
- 2006 Renewed Mexican Board Certified in Anesthesiology
- 2011 Renewed Mexican Board Certified in Anesthesiology
Professional Experience
- 1989 -1990 Chief of Anesthesia Institute for Social Security and Services for State Workers (ISSSTE ) Mexico.
- 1992 – 1995 Chief of Anesthesia at Tijuana General Hospital SSA.
- 1993 – 1995 Lecturer and course coordinator specialty in anesthesiology Tijuana General Hospital SSA.
- 1993 – 1997 Delegate Teaching Committee of the Mexican Federation of Associations of Anesthesiology FMCA.
- 1995 – 1998 Chief of Anesthesia Hospital Notre Dame in Tijuana BC Mexico.
- 2006 – 2008 Chief of Anesthesia at Obesity Control Center.
- 2008 – 2014 Chief of Anesthesia and Coordinator of Operating room at Cosmed Medical Cosmetology short stay in Tijuana.
- 2010 – 2013 International Society for the Perioperative Care of the Obese Patient ( ISPCOP )
- 2005 – 2014 Participating in more of 100 National Conferences of Anesthesia for Obese patients.
Dr. Miguel Alessandrini
Graduated from Universidad Autonoma de Baja California in 1986 as a general practitioner. Later he continued his preparation as a doctor in U.S.A, where he worked in San Diego, Ca. in the emergency area at both hospital (Mercy Hospital) and as paramedic (pre-hospital environment).
Professional Experience
- In 1990, Dr. Alessandrini worked at medical group HOSPITAL RENOVATE (formerly known as BAJANOR), in several medical occupations.
- In charge of medical service for the City of Tijuana, participating in all kinds of surgeries, both emergency and scheduling, during 1990-1998.
- As Medical Director of the unit, responsible for coordinating both medical staff and nursing unit as well as the service.
- In 2003 started in the field of obesity, participating as a surgical assistant renowned doctors here in the city of Tijuana. (Dr. Ponce de Leon , Dr. Verboveen, Dr. Ramos Kelly, Dr. Covarrubias) among others. All physicians practicing bariatric surgery in the hospital Baja Nor. Dr. Oscar Lumban, have a lifetime of knowing each other from the faculty. And have operated many patients In the field of Obesity, We started approximately 2006; by changing the lives of many people since then.
Dra. Bertha Rubio
Certifications
- 1994 Medical Doctor Professional ID 2344164
- 1997 Masters Degree in Anesthesia
- 2012 Masters Degree in Education
Professional Experience
- 1997 -1999 Private practice in Tijuana as an Anesthesiologist
- 2004 – 2005 General Hospital of Mexicali as an Anesthesiologist..
- 2005 Chief of Anesthesia: UNEME, Unidad de Especialidades Medicas de Ensenada.
- 2005 – 2010 Teacher at the Medical School, UABC.
- 2005 – Now Ensenada General Hospital, Secretaria de Salud.
Enf. Laura Graciela Garcia
Studies
- 1989-1992 General Nurse Career IMSS incorporated U.A.B.C.
- 1992-1993 Social Service U.M.F. Teachers Ensenada # 25 B.C.
- 1994 Specialization in Medical Surgical Nursing at Universidad Iberoamericana.
Professional Experience
- 1990 Medical office as auxiliary nurse
- 1991 I.S.S.S.T.E. Baja California as an auxiliary nurse
- 1994 Hospital Matron
- 1996 Nova Hospital Chief Operating Room
- MED 2000 1997 Hospital Matron
- 1998 Mexico Medical Health Services Manager and Head of claims- audit service in 24 states of the Mexican Republic.
- 1996-2004 Surgical nurse with several surgeons of different specialties recognized in the region. Especially with laparoscopic surgeons.
- 2007 to 2014 Hospital Angeles Tijuana Chief of Surgical Area
Our team of Obesity Specialists, are certified and trained to attend any need and offer you a professional treatment.
Obesity Relieve Staff
Psic. Mariana Alfaro
Studies
- 2008-2013 Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, Licenciatura en Psicología.
- 2011 Instituto de Estudios Familiares de San Luis: Curso y Capacitación acelerada de Pareja en Conflictos, como leer, afrontar y resolver.
Professional Experience
- 2007-2008 Alberge Ciudad de los Niños
- 2010 Campañas de Desarrollo Comunitario.
- 2012-2013: Centro de Orientación Psicológica San Luis Potosí. COP
- 2013 Centro Psicológico País de las Maravillas:
- 2013-2014 Auxiliar en Centro de Reinserción Social Tijuana.
- 2015-2016 Orientación Psicológica.
- 2016-2017 Atención psicológica a adolescentes con problemáticas de la conducta y orientación familiar en Sunset Bay Academy.
Dr. Juan Jose Trasviña
Ive been working in Bariatric and Plastic Surgery perioperative care for the past 5 years so far, yet I continue learning every single day with each patient.
Studies
I studied Medicine School at UABC Tijuana 2000-2006, and Internal Medicine Residency atIMSS CMNNO Sonora Mexico 08-14, plus I did some private practice and social work for the poor inbetween years.
Professional Experience
- 2012-Now Physician during nightly shift in the Internal Medicine Ward
- 2010-Now Private Practice, and Perioperative Evaluations for several Bariatric, Plastic, Orthopedics, Ob/Gyn, (to name a few surgical specialties) for the past 5 years.
Lic. Numydia Cotry
Professional Experience
- 2016 – Now Coordinator of the Department of Food and Nutrition, Nova Clinic, Tijuana, Baja California
- 2015 – 2016 Dietician, Green and Health Hospital, Tijuana, Baja California.
- 2015 IMSS HGR No. 20, Tijuana, Baja California
- Iberoamerican University Nutrition Conference, otoño, 2015, Iberoamerican University, Tijuana, Baja California
- Nutritional Counselor, Iberoamerican University, Tijuana, Baja California
Enf. Daniel Soberanes
Studies
- Universidad Iberoamericana Tijuana. Facultad de Enfermería.
Professional Experience
- — Camillero en Hospital Nova.
- — Enfermero Operativo en Hospital Nova.
- — Asistente Endoscopista
Laura Burciaga – Patient Liaison
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