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Zona Este, Tijuana

CIBA Hospital Tijuana Review

Gastric sleeve, mini bypass, bypass, gastric balloon and revision.

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CIBA Hospital

At a glance

LocationZona Este, Tijuana
AddressAv. Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada 1701, Zona Este, 22000 Tijuana, B.C.
Hospital phoneU.S. +1 619 984 3780
Bariatric surgeryGastric sleeve, mini bypass, bypass, gastric balloon and revision.
Facilities3 operating rooms, ICU, 26 rooms and 42 beds, recovery area and X-ray.

Sources (checked November 2026): CIBA Hospital · Hospital CIBA

Patient ratings

Ratings as shown on each platform when checked in November 2026. Platforms count reviews differently, so the numbers are not directly comparable. “Aggregator” marks medical-tourism or directory sites that collect or repost reviews.

What patients say about CIBA Hospital

“I was concerned going to Mexico for surgery because of the unknown but Hospital Ciba was amazing. The staff were very caring and I would say 98% of them spoke English.”

Sue

“Dr. Edwin Guerrero was our surgeon and I also cannot say enough wonderful things about him either. 5 stars all around.”

Sue

“Coming from Wisconsin and not knowing what to expect - I was pleasantly surprised. From the time you walk in you are greeted and everyone who works with you is super friendly and patient.”

Therese evers

Excerpts quoted verbatim from public reviews, checked November 2026; long reviews are shortened (…). Positive and critical reviews are both shown. Many reviews describe other kinds of care at the hospital, not bariatric surgery.

Bariatric surgeons at CIBA Hospital

Listed from hospital, surgeon and directory pages (checked November 2026). Credentials are as stated by those sources. Before booking, check the surgeon’s cédula profesional in the SEP registry and certification with the Consejo Mexicano de Cirugía General.

Bariatric surgeons in Mexico

Our review

Hospital CIBA is a private hospital led by a team of bariatric surgeons in Tijuana, Mexico. The organization set out to offer the most advanced and innovative solutions for bariatric surgery that helped to improve results, reduce the invasiveness of the procedure, and provide reliable results overall. The technology they use is at the forefront of the industry. They continue to evaluate the latest resources and tools to ensure they remain one of the most innovative providers of medical care. Consider this Hospital CIBA review:

The team at Hospital CIBA has more than 45 years of experience in weight loss surgery. There are numerous surgeons here, and the practice has grown throughout recent years to meet the needs of the community and the global patient base it works to provide.

This hospital provides medical, nutritional, and emotional support to patients prior to the procedure, during the hospital stay, and then after it to ensure ongoing success. They perform numerous types of weight loss surgeries, including gastric sleeve surgery, gastric bypass, intragastric balloon, mini gastric bypass, and hiatal hernia surgery.

The team also helps patients coordinate care, including travel from the US or other destinations. They provide help with accommodations, local activities, and travel arrangements. Designed to provide state-of-the-art care from the initial consultation (and they offer free consultations, too) through satisfactory results, Hospital CIBA is a trusted, local organization that provides bariatric surgery services.

Patient Reviews:

In this CIBA review, we took some time to compile a list of the patient reviews left for this location. In Google Reviews, the location has a 5-star rating out of 30 reviews from real people. Some of the specific statements that patients noted in their CIBA review included the following:

  • “This hospital was so amazing, the staff were all great. From the time we landed in San Diego to the time we left, we were treated with so much kindness and care.” – Robyn French
  • “Dr. Zavala did excellent work, all staff were professional, patient and personable and very accommodating. The hospital is well-appointed and super clean. There was a relaxed, yet efficient vibe that made the experience much more pleasant, considering I was there for surgery.” – Robert Yourell
  • “This was my first surgery but the entire staff was very welcoming, attentive, and genuine! They took very good care of my mom and I. My mom was able to spend the night and stay with me at all times. I had no complaints and at every moment they were offering care to help us with luggage, with medications before I requested for help.” – Ashly Nielsen

Features: Noted for innovative technology and a hands-on approach, this location has a 90-day ideal weight loss program designed to help people on this path to wellness

Amenities: Initial medical evaluation, postoperative follow-up care, bariatric surgery planning team, nutritional support teams, and comprehensive travel assistance.

Number of Rooms: The location has 26 rooms with 42 beds, and Wi-Fi and cable are provided.

Operating Rooms: There are 3 state-of-the-art operating rooms with 1 recovery area for patients.

Location: Av. Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada No. 1701, Int. 1 Col, Zona Este, 22000 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico.

Phone Number: +1 619 984 3780

Equipment: X-ray procedures, full onsite lab, high-end technology and tools, state-of-the-art computerized systems for surgical precision

Before you book at CIBA Hospital

  • Get the surgeon’s full name and check their license (cédula profesional) in Mexico’s professional license registry.
  • Ask whether the surgeon is certified by the Consejo Mexicano de Cirugía General.
  • Confirm the hospital has an ICU, CT imaging and a 24/7 emergency room on site.
  • If JCI accreditation is claimed, look it up in the JCI directory.
  • Ask for a written quote that lists what is included and what costs extra (for example hernia repair or a higher BMI).

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