Dr. Cristobal Garza
Obesity/Bariatric Surgery
17+
Years of Experience
About Dr. Cristobal Garza
Dr. Cristóbal Garza is a very experienced bariatric surgeon and general surgeon in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico. He is recognized by both local and international patients for his patient-first approach and minimally invasive surgical techniques for safe, affordable weight loss surgery just across the US–Mexico border from Eagle Pass, Texas. He speaks English and Spanish, so he is particularly accessible to medical tourists from the United States.
Professional Background
- Years of Practice: 16+ years
- Procedures Performed: 10,000+ surgeries performed including gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, SADI-S duodenal switch, gastric balloon and hernia repair.
- Specialty License: General Surgery (License No. 10417843)
- Certifications & Memberships: Board Certified in Bariatric Surgery by Consejo Mexicano de Cirugía General, A.C. (CMCG) 2020.
- Hernia Surgery and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Diploma — Asociación Mexicana de Hernia A.C., 2020
- Mini Laparoscopy Course, UNAM–Centro Médico ABC, 2016
- Single Port Surgery and Minimally Invasive Surgery with Magnets, UNAM – Centro Médico ABC, 2016
- Miembro del Consejo Mexicano de Obesidad y Enfermedades Metabólicas (CMOEM)
Innovations & Contributions
- Advanced Technology: Employs robotic surgery technology in his bariatrics practice
- Research Presentation: Presented a comparative study of the various bariatric surgical techniques and their metabolic effects on morbid obesity at the XXII Congreso Internacional de Cirugía Endoscópica.
- Publication: Co-authored a case report about acute appendicitis due to mucinous adenoma in situs inversus totalis in the Mexican Journal of Digestive System Surgery.
Good to know
Speciality
Language Spoken
Awards
- • Board Certified - Bariatric Surgery
- • IRCAD Masterclass Certification
Medical Director & Lead Bariatric Surgeon
2017 - Present
Resident / Surgeon in Specialization
2012 - 2016
Performed by Dr. Cristobal Garza
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Dr. Cristobal Garza
Cristobal Garza has been practicing medicine since 2006, giving them over 19 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Bariatric Surgeon and have built a focused career in bariatric surgeon, piedras negras.
Dr. Cristobal Garza
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Dr. Cristobal Garza
Bariatric surgery with Cristobal Garza typically costs 50-70% less than equivalent procedures in the US or UK. The final price depends on the procedure type (sleeve, bypass, or mini bypass), length of hospital stay, and pre-surgical workup. CureMeAbroad can provide a detailed quote after reviewing your medical profile.
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Dr. Cristobal Garza
Cristobal Garza has been practicing medicine since 2006, giving them over 19 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Bariatric Surgeon and have built a focused career in bariatric surgeon, piedras negras.
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