Guillermo Alvarez Bariatric Surgeon MD

June 2018, I was miserable and decided to make a change in my life. My weight was the focal point! I heard many stories, flying to Tijuana Mexico to get the sleeve. BUT I am a surgery nurse and having complications and receiving medical help here in the USA is slim and not without a headache. Dr. Alvarez was a god-send! His state of the art hospital is 1 mile into Mexico via Eagle Pass. If I had any complications, I could come back and he would take care of me. There is a number to call and a nurse will take a message and Dr. Alvarez will call you back! The date was set and my life changed 100% thanks to Dr. Alvarez! The communication with the medical personnel and 6 physicians was amazing. Better than I have seen in the states EVER! 2 days after surgery we went to a spa for massages and facials.
Some say that he is more expensive, but that is the price you pay for excellence! He is always running specials, call Susan! I cannot say enough about this awesome man! Make the right decision, you will not be disappointed!
Shontell RN

I was a patient of Dr Alvarez (Dr A) as his patients call him. I had a lap band in for several years which was put in at a hospital in the USA and didn’t function properly. Dr A took out my lap band and then 3 months later after healing, I went back to Dr A for my sleeve surgery. I have nothing but praise and good things to say about Dr A, his staff and his new hospital. He does a fantastic job and you are briefed ahead of time what to expect. I had my surgery about noon and was up and walking that same day at 4. There is very little pain and they make sure they minimize any discomfort. His hospital and staff are the best. They take care of you from start to finish. I weighed 405 pounds before surgery and lost 100 pounds the first 6 months. I am 1 1/2 years out and down 140 pounds. I feel great and can’t believe how easy it all was and how easy the weight comes off just because you are not eating as much. You feel better and look better. I would do this again in a second if I had to. Do not be nervous about going to Mexico for this surgery if you are going to Endobariatric with Dr Alvarez. He is a professional at this and know you are in the best hands.

Omg he the best you will ever find. He changed my life in so many ways. I could never repay him for my life back. I wished I could meet him one more time to give him the biggest hug and tell him thank you for my life. My health has even approved since my surgery on 3/19/2018. I no longer have health issues. Im no longer going for treatment on my knees and im no longer on medication. You are a angel from above. I have the most love for you

Simply put, I was terrified to have this or any surgery. It has now been almost two years since surgery and I can say I am truly glad I did. I have had zero problems, my health is supremely awesome, and my life is better because of it. I chose Dr. Alvarez because of his rating as a Master Surgeon, reviews from other people, and I had two other family members that were patients of Dr. Alvarez. Dr. A is a perfectionist and an athlete. That's who I want performing any type of surgery on me. Dr. A is approachable and has a system worked out to inform, educate, answer questions, and completely take care of the whole process for his patients. He has worked extremely hard perfecting his business, his craft, his skills, his facilities, his team, and the overall experience he provides his patients. I would consider no other surgeon besides Dr. Alvarez. You will be in the best of hands with him and his team. Now, go put your tool to work!

Dr. Alvarez is absolutely amazing as are his staff as well. This surgery was and still is life changing for me. If you are considering a gastric surgeon I would 1000% pick Dr. Alvarez over and over again. He has an outstanding bedside manner always available and his staff is amazing and very attentive to all your needs and concerns. I just can’t say enough about them all.

Oh my how this site has changed but my praises and appreciation have not. I have such a better quality of life now and caring for my sleeve means I am focused on taking care of me! I have the same restriction as from about 8 months out. No complications. I have named my sleeve Princess- she wants what she wants when she wants it and if she doesn't want it there is not a damn thing I can do about it so she runs my diet and makes me make good choices.

Hang in there newbies- I promise life will get better every day.

I was so skeptical! Going to Mexico for surgery was something I would’ve never done. But hopefully the next person that is iffy about going to this doctor will read this review and GO! BEST DECISION IVE EVER MADE!!! I had to go in secret because my family would not allow it. But the care I received while i was there was beyond amazing!!! There are challenges with weight loss surgery that everyone experiences and mine were knowing when I’m full and stopping. This amazing doctor gives you a tool that will help you reach your goals! Ask all the questions you need, but it is worth it! And you will be safe! ?? I hope I helped someone decide

Dr. Alvarez displayed a very energetic and positive personality . His team of associates , Nurses were informative and friendly . The anesthesiologist was an older , friendly gentleman which I took as having the experience to deal with sedation of over weight patients . Meeting each of the team members , before my surgery , was certainly reassuring to me of a healthy outcome. I actually had my surgery a couple weeks before he opened his new facility . My wife was a bit nervous about crossing the border . I still chose to utilize Dr. Alvarez for my VSG , a procedure which my company's health insurance would have paid for in the United States . Before my decision to proceed to Mexico for VSG , I was faced with my personal doubt along with plenty skepticism from coworkers and family . Two previous consultations with Doctors in the U.S. just did not impress me enough to utilize the paid benefits of my health insurance . Now to the point .... I had VSG , by Dr. Alvarez , on 02/28/2018 . Pre Op I weighed 385 lbs. ( probably fluctuated closer to 400 lbs. at times ) . I have lost over 100 lbs. to date (12/28/2018 ) . I do not worry about getting on a scale but as of a couple months earlier I had already lost down to 290 lbs.. I went from just "EXISTING" to actually having a life with my family . Work related stress has even subsided . I can actually wear blue jeans and pull on boots , instead of baggy overhauls , shirts or shorts and crocks. Yes ...dinner dates have been great . the pre op diet sux....headaches etc. But it was worth it . Since day one after VSG .... No hunger headaches or the sensation of starving like on a harsh diet . I just eat small portions many times ( about every 45minutes ) throughout the day . My taste for sweets and sodas just isn't there as it was before . I drink no carbonated drinks ... and do not even crave the diet DP's at all ( I previously drank sodas like water) .... A sweet tooth is cured with sugar free jello or one piece of chocolate etc... it is weird how a little goes a long way now on anything sweet ....so I just rarely crave sweets. I did not experience any issues such as vomiting or feeling sick etc. after surgery. Just follow the directions during your healing process ( about three weeks if I recall correctly ) . I currently have no issues at all and continue to drop the pounds and move around much better . I cant stress this enough .... if you are over weight , your family participation is suffering ( as mine was at 45 years old ) ....get the VSG . and as for as where you go is up to you .... But I will confidently say I recommend Dr. Alvarez to anyone who ask me about my VSG. His team takes great care of you from the pick up in Texas until you are returned ..... and please do not let any myths about surgery in Mexico stop you from having a happy healthy life and family . My wife and I had no issues ( I have crossed the border to Mexico years before many times ) with our trip to see Dr. Alvarez. Great Team ....Clean facilities .... friendly escorts and staff your entire experience . I wish I would have done this sooner !!! I had been over weight since a year or so after I got married ( 14 years ago at 200 lbs. to close to 400 miserable pounds then VSG ) ..... Now happy as can be ...NO BS....

I had VSG with Dr A on July 9th 2018. It was by far the BEST DECISION I HAVE EVER MADE.

The facility is immaculate. The staff is amazing. Dr Alvarez has perfected his craft. I was NEVER in any pain other than soreness at the incisions.

The entire "going to Mexico" stigma is a joke once you see how smooth and easy the entire process is. The entire Endobariatric team is a group of amazing people looking to help and set people on the right track. I have nothing but praise for everyone involved.

So if you're considering it. DO IT. Get over the stigma of Mexico. Dr. A is brilliant. The staff was amazing and made me feel as comfortable as I could. It was all in all the best and easiest thing I've ever had to do.

GO! TAKE YOUR LIFE BACK! BECOME HEALTHY.

Hi! I wanted to share my experience of have my VSG surgery by Dr. Alvarez on March 6, 2018. As I write this review on May 8, 2018 I am down a total of 53 pounds. I have struggled with my weight my whole life and was a perpetual yo-yo dieter. My health insurance did not cover the VSG procedure stateside, so I elected to explore other options for the procedure. I found Dr. Alvarez through Pinterest of all places and made contact with Susan, his amazing Patient Coordinator before Thanksgiving 2017. After filling out the Health questionnaire and waiting a few days, I received a personalized video from Dr. A himself! It was a video all about me and how the VSG procedure could benefit me and my current health. I reflected and thought some more about my decision, and eventually booked my surgery date and sent my deposit in. Time flew by so fast and before I knew it I was preparing to complete my pre-op diet. This was probably the toughest part of the surgery journey for me, but completely do-able. I realized my relationship with food during the pre-op liquid diet was more mental than anything. During the preparation for surgery, I also had severe doubts about traveling to have weight loss surgery. I was scared, nervous, and almost canceled my trip. I am so thankful that Susan talked me off of the ledge and I went through with it. I had some trouble getting out on my original flight due to the weather (thank you, freak snow storm) and my surgery that I had originally scheduled for Saturday, March 3 was rescheduled to Tuesday, March 6, due to the travel delays. Dr. A and his staff were super accommodating to me and made sure I still had my surgery done. This proved to be an awesome time to meet some "sleeve sisters" who are now some near and dear friends. I ended up hanging out with two ladies from Las Vegas, two ladies from Arkansas, and one from Australia, who all were sleeved with me and we all still communicate to this day. Rosie, Dr. A's cousin is your shuttle driver from San Antonio to Piedras Niegras and she is so sweet, accommodating, and knowledgable. She is the first person you meet from Endobariatric when you arrive. The hotel accommodations you stay in (Hampton Inn) before and after your sleeve are top notch and the nurses in the hotel that take care of you (Jessie and Karen) are the absolute sweetest. My experience in the hospital wasn't too crazy at all. The morning of your surgery you are taken to have your pre-op work up done-weigh in, blood work, chest x-ray, and paper work. Then you are placed into your hospital room until its your turn for surgery. I ended up having my surgery last so I talked to all of my new friends, surfed WiFi, read my book, and chatted with the nurses, who are AMAZING. When it was time for them to come take me back for surgery, the last thing I remember was them asking me if I wanted anything for my nerves and I replied that I was fine and moved over the gurney and the next thing I knew I was waking up in my room post-op. I did however have some really bad nausea and dry heaving that is completely normal post op from the anesthesia. I hate throwing up and when I started crying and getting upset from the pain of the dry heaves and the pressure of my stomach having just been operated on and trying to throw up, I had 4 nurses in my room, and 2 doctors. All were comforting me and calming me down. I was so shocked as I know this type of care would never of happened in the US. They gave me medication for nausea, pain, and to help me sleep. I slept so soundly for a while (about 7 hours) and woke up in the middle of the night multiple times when my overnight nurse was giving me meds and checking on me. After my night in the hospital it was back to the Hampton Inn for a night, then back to San Antonio where I flew home on the 8th. The pain I experienced post-op was minimal, and I returned to my job on the following Monday, 6 days after I had my surgery. Overall, I would highly, highly, recommend Dr. A, and his wonderful staff. I will reiterate how scared I was to go to Mexico for this surgery, but I would do it again in a heartbeat. He is an amazingly talented doctor, and he and his staff genuinely care about your success. I have met and made so many wonderful friends from this experience, and have gained so much for my health.