Dr. Alfonso Ponce
Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery
30+
Years of Experience
About Dr. Alfonso Ponce
Dr. Alfonso Ponce is a board-certified otolaryngologist (ENT) and facial cosmetic surgeon at Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico. He started his medical studies in 1985 at Universidad Autónoma de Baja California and later on completed his residency at Centro Médico de Especialidades, Torreón and Hospital de Especialidades, Monterrey. As a private practice surgeon since 1996, he has established an excellent reputation throughout the border region as a surgeon of choice for rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation and cutting edge ENT surgery. His meticulous surgical technique and patient communication attract patients from the United States and Canada on a regular basis.
Professional Background
- Years of Practice: Since 1996 (private practice)
- Procedures Performed: Rhinoplasty, tipoplasty, facelift, functional nasal surgery, neck aesthetic surgery, removal of tumors and advanced ENT surgery.
- Memberships: Mexican Association of ENT Surgery and Head & Neck Surgery (#3626367); Mexican Association of Facial Plastic Surgery (#8031660)
Innovations & Contributions
- Approach: Facial rejuvenation and complex rhinoplasty cases are his specialty, and he is known for his “anatomical precision” approach, which involves correcting the nose's function and enhancing its appearance in one surgery.
- Fellowships: Completed advanced facial aesthetic surgery and aesthetic neck surgical procedures fellowship training in Tijuana, Mexico (2014-2015)
- Congresses: Frequent national and international ENT and facial aesthetic surgery congress participant and attendee
Good to know
Speciality
Language Spoken
Awards
- • Member - Mexican Association of ENT and Head & Neck Surgery
- • Member - Mexican Association of Facial Plastic Surgery
Senior ENT & Facial Cosmetic Surgeon
2009 - Present
Founder & Lead Surgeon
1996 - Present
Performed by Dr. Alfonso Ponce
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Dr. Alfonso Ponce
Alfonso Ponce has been practicing medicine since 1989, giving them over 36 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Senior Facial Surgeon and have built a focused career in board-certified otolaryngologist & facial cosmetic surgeon.
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Dr. Alfonso Ponce
Alfonso Ponce has been practicing medicine since 1989, giving them over 36 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Senior Facial Surgeon and have built a focused career in board-certified otolaryngologist & facial cosmetic surgeon.
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