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Hospital Mi Doctor Tijuana Review

Mentions weight-loss surgery. Specific procedures and surgeons are not named on its homepage.

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Hospital Mi Doctor

At a glance

LocationZona Río, Tijuana
AddressAv. Salvador Novo 1060, Zona Urbana Río Tijuana, Tijuana, B.C.
Hospital phone+52 664 682 8880
Bariatric surgeryMentions weight-loss surgery. Specific procedures and surgeons are not named on its homepage.
FacilitiesPatient rooms and a hotel; about 5 minutes from the border. ICU and imaging are not stated.

Sources (checked November 2026): Hospital Mi Doctor · Doctoralia listing

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 Hospital Mi Doctor

Google (via WorldClinics)

“I had my surgery March 2021 was the best thing i ever did. I had some extra bleeding the nurses and doctors were on it immediately i have recommended to several friends all have been successful.”

Thaddeus Pratt7/27/2022
Google (via WorldClinics)

“By far the best care I have had. My night nurse america was very attentive and was helping me through all my process. Also Oscar insert my IV and it was so painless and very sweet and funny 🙏”

ariana tiscareno8/21/2022
Google (via WorldClinics)

“I wish people would stop spreading bad information. I had a procedure in this facility and I was extremely impressed with both the level or service and my medical team. Super professional, well qualified and top notch service.”

Ilonochka Kevorkian10/27/2021

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 Hospital Mi Doctor

We did not find a named bariatric surgeon publicly tied to this hospital. Ask the hospital which surgeons operate there and check their licenses before booking.

Bariatric surgeons in Mexico

Our review

Hospital Mi Doctor is a full-service hospital providing care in Tijuana, Mexico. This hospital has provided bariatric surgeries for the community and international travelers for over 10 years. Their doctors are some of the most talented in the area, offering compassionate care and reliable insights into the best type of care for their needs.

Located a short drive from the San Diego border, Hospital Mi Doctor follows American requirements for medical care, hospital cleanliness, and overall staffing. The location keeps costs far lower than in the US but still offers the innovative procedures that are now available throughout the industry. It has an in-house radiology department, endoscopy unit, clinical lab, pharmacy, and an ICU for patients who may need supportive care after their procedure.

Their services include bariatric surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, and plastic surgery. They provide laparoscopic surgery whenever possible to sped up the healing and reduce risks to patients. The doctors at this location are noted for their skill. Dr. Luis Gerardo Cano Santos, a certified bariatric surgeon, heads the weight loss surgery services. As a full-size hospital, they work to provide care to all patients for a variety of medical needs and can handle emergency situations.

Patient Reviews:

To provide a comprehensive review, we looked at Hospital Mi Doctor data and Google Reviews to get a better level of insight into real patient experiences and results. At this time, the location’s Google Review score was 3.8 out of 5 stars. The following are some statements patients made about the care they received at the location:

  • “Wasn’t the cleanest but it wasn’t horrible. None of my nurses spoke any English but were nice except one just ignored me while I cried all night for a ice pack because the gas was in my shoulder. Same thing happened after surgery. There was some holes in my care for sure but its not the worst experience either.” – Katrina Applegate
  • “The staff, nurses, the anesthesiologist, and my surgeon (Dr Osuna) were wonderful!” – Kendra West
  • “Mi Doctor Hospital is a TOP NOTCH facility. Dr. Elias Ortiz a fantastic surgeon and his staff provides exceptional care for his patients.” – Nanette Wilson

Features: Offers surgeries in 6 different areas, including plastic surgery, bariatric surgery, and weight loss surgery.

Amenities: It has its own in-house endoscopy, radiology, and laboratory. It also has an intensive care unit, pharmacy, and cafeteria.

Number of Rooms: There are over 40 room beds available at this facility.

Operating Rooms: 4 fully equipped operating rooms provide comfort and state-of-the-art equipment.

Location: Zona Río, Zona Urbana Río Tijuana, 22010 Tijuana, Baja California, México. It is 20 minutes south of San Diego.

Phone Number: 619-990-8342

Equipment: State-of-the-art technology is available in all rooms as well as onsite intensive care facilities.

Before you book at Hospital Mi Doctor

  • 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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