Bariatric surgeons in Tijuana: know who operates on you
Two general surgeons with training in bariatric and advanced laparoscopic surgery. Their education, licenses and memberships are published here so you can verify them before you travel.


Dr. Ari Salvador Salgado Rodríguez
Dr. Ari Salvador Salgado Rodríguez is a general surgeon in Tijuana dedicated to gastrointestinal surgery, advanced laparoscopy and obesity surgery.
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Dr. Martín Orduño
Dr. Martín Orduño is a bariatric surgeon in Tijuana known for combining surgical experience with a humane, compassionate approach.
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Four experienced hands in the same operating room
In laparoscopic surgery the result depends on the surgeon and on whoever assists. At Bariatric Care Center both are fully trained surgeons: they share criteria, plan complex cases together and cover each other during follow-up.
- General surgery specialty
- Training in bariatric and advanced laparoscopic surgery
- Surgery in a hospital with intensive care
- Consultations in English and Spanish
- Credentials published and verifiable



A hospital, not a clinic
Surgery takes place at Blue Tower Hospital, on Vía Oriente in Tijuana's Zona Río, the medical district closest to the border.
- Operating rooms equipped for laparoscopic surgery
- Certified intensive care units
- Laboratory, radiology and fluoroscopy on site
- Private rooms with a sofa bed for your companion, Wi-Fi and TV
- Pharmacy and cafeteria in the building
- Safe area near hotels and restaurants
Start with the bariatric questionnaire
Fill it out with as much information as possible so the surgeon can make an accurate analysis of your case. You can also call us or message us on WhatsApp.
- Mexico · where surgery takes placeBlue Tower Hospital, Vía Oriente 9750, Zona Urbana Río Tijuana, 22010 Tijuana, B.C.
- USA · administrative address4370 Palm Ave., San Diego, California 92154
- HoursVisits by appointment
