A premier choice for medical tourists, Dr. Fredy Lopez is an elite bariatric specialist celebrated for his surgical precision and high-volume expertise. He is currently working at Mexico Bariatric Center in Tijuana, Mexico at their new facility, Hospital Azar. Known as “The Sleeve King,” he has performed over 10,000 weight loss procedures and 20,000 general surgeries. Also a highly respected kidney transplant surgeon, Dr. Lopez combines decades of high-stakes operating experience with a compassionate, results-driven approach focused on your long-term success.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Fredy Lopez’s surgical foundation is incredibly robust, spanning general surgery, bariatric medicine, and organ transplantation. He is uniquely qualified in high-complexity cases, including over 60 Whipple procedures for pancreatic and bile duct pathologies, which are surgeries that require an elite level of interest and technical skill rarely found in general practice.
With 13+ years of specialized experience, Dr. Fredy Lopez combines advanced metabolic expertise with the elite precision of a transplant surgeon. This rare anatomical background ensures maximum patient safety during complex abdominal procedures. Utilizing modern, high-precision methods, he provides international patients with world-class, accessible care designed for fast recovery and lasting health.
- General and Laparoscopic Surgery, Hospital General Tijuana (UABC)
- The Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (CMCOEM)
- Professional License: #7288989
Surgical Procedures
- Gastric Sleeve
- Gasric Bypass
- Mini Gastric Bypass
- Revision Bariatric Surgery
- Davinci Robotic Surgery
- Kidney Transplant
Certifications and Awards
Board-certified in general and bariatric surgery, Dr. Fredy Lopez brings elite expertise in advanced surgical platforms and complex kidney transplantation.
- Trained at top-tier institutions like UNAM and the Mexican Social Security Institute, he is a recognized leader in his field.
- Dr. Lopez’s impeccable professional record is officially documented with CENATRA, mirroring a career rooted in transparency, ethics, and clinical brilliance.
- Certification by the CMCPER (Mexican Council of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery)
- A regular speaker at IFSO Conferences, he most recently presented in March 2026 on advanced techniques in gastric sleeve and intestinal bipartition surgeries.
By leveraging the latest medical innovations, he delivers state-of-the-art care designed for swift recovery and permanent health transformations.
Dr. Fredy Lopez Leads International Training in China
Dr. Fredy Lopez participated in a high-level international medical exchange in China, representing Mexico Bariatric Center. During this exchange, Dr. Lopez joined leading global specialists to perform and oversee complex bariatric procedures while training local surgical teams on advanced, minimally invasive weight-loss techniques.
Key highlights of his trip included:
- Surgical Collaboration: Performing complex, high-risk primary and revision bariatric surgeries alongside international peers.
- Technique & Protocol Sharing: Leading training sessions on standardized, safe laparoscopic practices and advanced patient care protocols refined over his extensive career in Mexico.
- Global Innovation: Exchanging insights on cutting-edge bariatric technology, patient safety frameworks, and post-operative outcome optimization with top surgical institutions across Asia.
