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El Paraíso, Tijuana

VIDA Wellness Hospital Tijuana Review

Gastric sleeve, band, bypass, mini bypass, plication, duodenal switch and revision. Names Dr. Gabriela Rodríguez as its bariatric surgeon.

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VIDA Wellness & Beauty Center

At a glance

LocationEl Paraíso, Tijuana
AddressCalle Brasilia No. 1, Fracc. El Paraíso, 22106 Tijuana, B.C.
Hospital phone+52 664 748 0003 · U.S. +1 619 738 2144
Bariatric surgeryGastric sleeve, band, bypass, mini bypass, plication, duodenal switch and revision. Names Dr. Gabriela Rodríguez as its bariatric surgeon.
FacilitiesSurgery at Cosmed Clinic, plus a recovery center. ICU and imaging are not stated.
Credentials claimedSays its surgical facility, Cosmed Clinic, holds Quad A (AAAASF) international accreditation. (as stated by the hospital; not independently verified)

Sources (checked November 2026): VIDA weight loss surgery

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 VIDA Wellness & Beauty Center

Critical review Yelp

“Stay away from this place!!! Dr Alejandro Quiroz operated on me back in August 2022, since then I have had 7 reconstructive surgeries to fix the horrible damage he did to me.”

AlmaRosa R.Feb 12, 2025
Critical review Yelp

“Oh wow, I just found out that this Dr Alejandro Quiroz have students doing surgeries now explain that horrible work , He is not cheap for Mexico i paid around $15,000 .”

Mirtha H.Feb 4, 2025

“At first I was very skeptical about going to Tijuana for my gastric sleeve surgery, but Dr. Gabriela Rodriguez, Itzayana Grande, and the whole staff at VIDA Wellness and Beauty made the experience extremely pleasant and comforting.”

NPTOctober 8, 2021

“Everything that encompassed this procedure, including the organization of the trip, the hospitality and cleanliness of their facilities, the coordinators and medical staff, and especially the care received from Dr. Gabriella Rodriguez, herself.”

RSProfile2193230February 1, 2023

“The whole process from the beginning up to the surgery , was so smooth. Jakeline was very attentive an caring, answering all the 1000 questions I had. The clinic is amazing. Met Dr Gabriela and she was above all my expectations.”

brunacpfJuly 7, 2022

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 VIDA Wellness & Beauty Center

  • Dra. Gabriela Rodríguez · Recognized by the Mexican Council of General Surgery and the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases; Master Surgeon of Excellence, Surgical Review Corporation.
    Source: vidawellnessandbeauty.com

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.

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Our review

VIDA Wellness & Beauty Center in Tijuana is a modern facility dedicated to providing a range of specific wellness-focused treatments and care. That includes bariatric surgery. The location is noted for providing modern services in a caring environment. They are AAAASF accredited and it maintains a gold standard for its outpatient services.

Patients start their care process with a free virtual consultation with the Board-Certified plastic surgeon. A customized quote is then created for that person based on their likely type of medical needs, surgery types, and follow-up services. VIDA Wellness Hospital offers comprehensive care, including initial consultations, in-location care, and follow-up support. They also have emergency services available to help clients in situations where it is necessary. They have completed 1000s of bariatric surgeries in their years of working here, including many for US residents and the international community.

Patients appreciate the positive experience they have including being able to speak to their doctor about their concerns and to receive reassurance and guidance. They are noted for their ability to talk to people about procedures in simple terms. They are also noted for providing some of the most comprehensive services for whole-body wellness and healing services. That includes care beyond bariatric surgery such as loose skin.

Patient Reviews:

VIDA Wellness & Beauty Center is a full-service plastic surgery center. To get a better idea of the quality of care they offer, we looked at the location’s Google Reviews. The information there shows the organization has a 4.3-star rating out of 5 stars. Some of the most notable comments made by customers using the Google Reviews service include the following:

  • “a phenomenal experience from start to finish. The staff provide exemplary service; professional, yet friendly. The natural fears I expected never came. They are confident in their work and it is justified. They likely answer the same questions many times and yet, my experience felt specialized to me.” – Michelle Rudesill
  • “I had a great experience at Vida Wellness & Beauty Center. The staff are wonderful; They are so professional!” – Gloria Sanchez
  • “They were extremely friendly, engaging and responsive leading up to surgery but as soon as it’s over they don’t really seem to care anymore.” – Claire Fisher

Features: Onsite dental facility, recovery-focused care, private transportation

Amenities: Recovery Boutique offers hotel and medispa services for patients who are visiting the area and need to stay to recover. A wide range of services are provided

Number of Rooms: The number of rooms is not listed for the recovery boutique. However, there are 1 and 2-bed rooms available with private baths, television, and air conditioning.

Operating Rooms: Operating rooms are state of the art and have up-to-date equipment.

Location: Brasilia 1, El Paraiso, 22106 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico

Phone Number: +1(619) 738-2144

Equipment: Onsite lab, dental studio, modern bariatric surgery equipment, full facilitate safety equipment, IV fluids and medications, anesthesia management, and full recovery support services.

Before you book at VIDA Wellness & Beauty Center

  • 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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