Go Light Bariatrics coordinates gastric sleeve and bypass care in Tijuana and lists English- and Spanish-language support.
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Overview
Go Light Bariatrics is a California-based medical-tourism and coordination service that arranges bariatric care in Tijuana, rather than a hospital itself. Its website says it has facilitated weight-loss surgery in Tijuana since 2014. Procedures listed in the supplied profile include gastric sleeve and gastric bypass. The profile names Dr. Francisco Zavalza; Go Light’s current website features Dr. Cynthia Hernandez and describes her as a board-certified bariatric surgeon practicing since 2017. The site also lists a wider surgical team and describes patient-coordination support during hospital stays, including assistance it says is available 24/7. The supplied profile lists English and Spanish. Go Light’s website describes coordinating care at Tijuana hospitals, but the available information does not establish one exclusive hospital affiliation. Patients should confirm the treating surgeon, facility, and available services directly with the provider.
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Services and amenities
Services
Free Video Consultation
Medical Questionnaire
Pre- and Post-Op Testing
Medical Evaluation
Endoscopy
Surgeon Consultation
Nutrition Counseling
Psychological Evaluation
Medication To-Go
Post-Op Surgeon and Nutritionist Access
Financing Options
Hiatal Hernia Repair
Gallbladder Removal
Amenities
Private Transportation
Hotel Stay
Private Room
Companion Stay
Free Wi-Fi
Mobility-Accessible Rooms
Parking
Pharmacy
In-Room Phone
English- and Spanish-Speaking Staff
As listed by the provider. Confirm what your package includes before booking.
Dr. Juan Francisco Zavalza is a bariatric surgeon in Tijuana, Mexico, and is listed as part of the medical team at Go Light Bariatrics. CIBA’s team page also lists him as a bariatric surgeon. He graduated from the University of Guadalajara in 2006 and completed general surgery residency training at the General Hospital of Tijuana. His profile information also lists a Diploma in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery earned in 2010, along with advanced courses in bariatric and metabolic surgery and laparoscopic surgery focused on hiatal hernia and gastroesophageal reflux. CIBA reports that he has performed more than 10,000 surgeries related to obesity and metabolic diseases; another profile reports more than 3,000 bariatric surgeries.
Education: Medical degree, University of Guadalajara, 2006; General surgery residency, General Hospital of Tijuana; Diploma in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, 2010
Certifications: Advanced Course in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, American Institute of TeleSurgery; Advanced laparoscopic surgery course with a focus on hiatal hernia and gastroesophageal reflux
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Directory Score
63.0/100Ranked #39 in Mexico
Rating quality34.0 / 35
5.00 average stars, adjusted to 4.96 for the number of reviews
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Patient★★★★★★★★★★Aug 2025
I’m considering going back to Tijuana for my next procedure. That’s actually where I had my gastric sleeve done with Dr. Zavalza through GoLite Bariatrics. My sleeve process was incredibly easy—the team was professional, attentive, and made everything smooth. While I was there, Dr. Zavalza even recommended a plastic surgeon to me, and I had a consultation during my trip. I’d definitely suggest getting in touch with them if you’re considering the same route.
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