OUR TEAM
BARIATRIC SURGEONS
Our bariatric surgeons lead efforts to combat obesity and improve patient health through specialized weight loss surgeries.
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Ced.Prof. Specialty 6820148
Dr. Zavalza is a top ranked bariatric surgeon in Mexico that has conducted more than 10,000 surgeries for the control of obesity and metabolic diseases.
He loves what he does. He states “As a bariatric surgeon, helping people to get healthy and change their lives, see that happy sparkle in their eyes – is the greatest reward.”
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 12654077
Dr. Rosales, a leading Bariatric surgeon at Ciba Hospital, is certified by the Mexican Board of General Surgery. Dr. Rosales, a general physician from the Autonomous University of Baja California, specialized in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Tijuana. She has worked as a surgeon at the General Hospital of Tijuana and trained at UNEME.
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 3393694
Dr. Paipilla is the Medical Director and top surgeon at Ciba Hospital.
He is certified by the Mexican Board of General Surgery and is a member of the College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases of Baja California, the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases, and an Honorary Member of IFSO International and IFSO LAC.
ANESTHESIOLOGISTS
Our anesthesiologists ensure patient comfort and safety during medical and surgical procedures by administering expert and personalized anesthesia.
Alejandro Nidome
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 5052191
Dr. Nidome is a leading anaesthesiologist at Ciba Hospital.
Dr. Nidome graduated from the Autonomous University of Baja California. He Specialized in anaesthesiology at the General Hospital in the State of Sonora the National Autonomous University of Mexico. Dr. Nidome is certified by the Mexican Board of Anaesthesiology. He is a member of the College of Anaesthesiologists of Tijuana.
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 7377942
Dr. Cortez is a top anaesthesiologist at Ciba Hospital. She graduated as a General Physician from the Autonomous University of Baja California. Dr. Cortez specialized in Anaesthesiology, at the Autonomous University of Baja California. She is certified by the Mexican Board of Anaesthesiology and a member of the College of Anaesthesiologists of Tijuana.
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 12654077
Dr. Martinez is a leading anaesthesiologist at Ciba Hospital.
Dr. Martinez specialized in Anaesthesiology and has a postgraduate degree in algology from and a master’s degree in thanatology. She is Certified by the Mexican Board of Anaesthesiology and is a member of the College of Anaesthesiologists of Tijuana.
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 5907106
Dr. Arceo is a top anaesthesiologist at Ciba Hospital. Dr. Arceo graduated from the Autonomous University of Baja California. She specialized in anaesthesiology at the Hospital General del Estado, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California. She is certified by the Mexican Board of Anaesthesiology and is a member of both the College of Anaesthesiologists of Tijuana and the Mexican Federation of Anaesthesiologists
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Dr. Abraham Enrique Lugo Torres is a skilled surgeon with extensive experience and strong organizational abilities. He graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara (2007-2012) and specialized in Anesthesiology in Obregón, Sonora (2015-2019).
Since 2012, he has been a surgeon at Hospital CIBA in Tijuana, BCN, dedicated to high-quality patient care and satisfaction.
ENDOSCOPISTS
Our endoscopists specialize in diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal disorders using cutting-edge endoscopic technologies, minimizing invasiveness and maximizing treatment precision.
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 11607158
Dr. Barraza is the Chief of Gastrointestinal and Bariatric Endoscopy at CIBA Hospital. He graduated from the Autonomous University of Sinaloa, specialized in General Surgery and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy at ISSEMIM Toluca, and holds a Master’s in Health Administration. Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery and Gastroenterology, he is a member of the Mexican and American Associations of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy.
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Dr. Alberto Quintero is a prominent endoscopic and bariatric surgeon with extensive experience in Mexicali and Tijuana, Mexico. He graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC) and specialized in General Surgery and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy at IMSS. With advanced training in bariatric surgery and endoscopy, he is certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery. Dr. Quintero is a member of several professional associations and has performed over 4,000 endoscopic procedures, demonstrating his commitment to digestive health.
BARIATRIC SURGEON FELLOWS
Our general surgeons play a vital role in the clinic by offering a wide range of surgical services. Their expertise and skills are crucial for addressing a variety of medical conditions with expert care and personalized attention.
Manuel Toledo
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 1236818
Dr. Toledo is a surgeon and midwife who graduated from the University of Guadalajara and specialized in General Surgery at UMAE Hospital de Especialidades No.1, University of Guanajuato. He has completed various advanced training courses in bariatric surgery, ultrasound, laparoscopy, and colorectal cancer management. Dr. Toledo has received University Merit Recognition from the University of Guanajuato and is a member of the Mexican Association of General Surgery and the Mexican Federation of Colleges of General Surgery.
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Ced. Prof. Specialty 1715487367
Dr. Molina graduated from the Catholic University of Ecuador and specialized in General and Laparoscopic Surgery. Dr. Molina has a diploma in Management of Clinical Studies from the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. He has a diploma in Bariatric Surgery from the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases, Laparoscopy Course TTT Care for the Box Johnson & Johnson.
