LM
Lonita Mastrelli
4.0• Sep 2022• OTHER
It would have been better if I could have met with the doctor before and after my surgery. So far all is going well and really cannot rate my experience as it’s too soon to tell the results
Dr. Marco Sarinana
Obesity/Bariatric Surgery
27+
Years of Experience
4+
ReviewsAcross Internet
3.8
RatingsAverage Rating
About Dr. Marco Sarinana
Dr. Marco Sariñana is a Board-Certified Aesthetic and Weight Loss Surgeon with Hospital de la Familia in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico. He is a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine at UABC in Mexicali and is triple board certified in General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery and Aesthetic/Cosmetic Surgery, making him the "Complete Makeover Doctor" for patients and physicians alike. He is a member of the Colegio de Profesionistas en Cirugía Estética, and is currently the Secretary of the Mexican Association of Aesthetic Surgeons (CEMPCER).
Professional Background
- Years of Practice: Since 2008 at Hospital de la Familia
- Procedures Performed: More than 1100 weight loss surgeries, about 600 endoscopies, 350 colonoscopies and an average of 40 surgeries monthly in bariatric and aesthetic specialties.
- Board Certifications: General Surgery (2006), Bariatric Surgery (2008), Aesthetic Surgery (2015)
Training & Specializations
Dr. Sariñana earned his General Surgery residency at Hospital General de Zacatecas, and then went on to complete additional training in Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana, including a Fellowship in Gastric Banding and Gastric Balloon. He then focused on Gastric Bypass and Diagnostic Endoscopy surgeries and subsequently studied Cosmetic and Aesthetic Surgery, with his superior cosmetic surgery training in Veracruz, Mexico.
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Speciality
• General Surgery• Laser Surgery• Obesity/Bariatric Surgery• Laparoscopic Surgery• Weight Loss Program
Language Spoken
• English• Spanish
Awards
- • Member - Mexican Association of General Surgery
- • Member - Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery
Chief Surgeon
2003 - Present
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General Surgery
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Laser Surgery
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Obesity/Bariatric Surgery
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Laparoscopic Surgery
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Weight Loss Program
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Marco Sariñana has been practicing medicine since 2008, giving them over 17 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Senior Specialist Surgeon and have built a focused career in senior aesthetic & bariatric surgeon.
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Bariatric surgery with Marco Sariñana 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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Marco Sariñana has been practicing medicine since 2008, giving them over 17 years of clinical experience. They currently serve as Senior Specialist Surgeon and have built a focused career in senior aesthetic & bariatric surgeon.
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