Amanda Jun 2021
Dr. Saldana and the vida staff are amazing! Dr made me feel very comfortable and explained everything to me about the procedure that I was getting.
Review from MyMediTravel. Read on original site
Clinic · Tijuana
73.4/100Directory Score VIDA Wellness and Beauty
4.8 830 reviews across 3 sites · Ranked #18 in Mexico
VIDA Wellness and Beauty is a Tijuana clinic offering bariatric procedures, including gastric sleeve and gastric bypass.
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Overview
VIDA Wellness and Beauty, also listed as VIDA Medical Center, is a clinic in Tijuana, Baja California, at Brasilia 1 in the El Paraíso area. Its bariatric services are led by Dr. Gabriela Rodriguez Ruiz, whom the clinic describes as specializing in general and laparoscopic bariatric surgery. Procedures listed include gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, mini gastric bypass, gastric plication, duodenal switch, revision surgery, gastric balloon, adjustable gastric banding, and metabolic or diabetes surgery. The clinic’s website also describes sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass services at VIDA Hospital. English and Spanish are listed as languages spoken. VIDA says prospective patients can arrange a remote consultation and receive a personalized quote. The supplied directory information also lists cosmetic surgery, gynecology, and dermatology among the clinic’s services.
Procedures and prices
| Procedure | Listed price (USD) | Price source |
|---|---|---|
| Duodenal Switch | $6,000 – $7,000 | MyMediTravel |
| Gastric Balloon | $2,800 – $4,000 | Bookimed |
| Gastric Bypass | $5,000 – $6,000 | MyMediTravel |
| Gastric Plication | Ask for an offer | |
| Gastric Sleeve | $4,300 | MyMediTravel |
| Lap Band | $5,000 – $7,000 | Bookimed |
| Metabolic / Diabetes Surgery | Ask for an offer | |
| Mini Gastric Bypass | Ask for an offer | |
| Revision Surgery | Ask for an offer |
Prices are starting prices published on directory profiles or the provider site and may be outdated or exclude hospital nights, tests, travel and aftercare. Request a current written offer.
Services and amenities
Services
- Virtual Consultation
- On-Site Laboratory Testing
- Plastic Surgery
- Dermatology
- Medispa and Laser Treatments
- Gynecology and Vaginal Rejuvenation
- Dental Studio and Implants
- Hair Restoration
- Hormone Therapy
- IV Therapy
- Men’s Health Services
- Patient Concierge
Amenities
- Airport Transfer
- San Diego-Side Pickup
- Recovery Boutique Accommodation
- 24-Hour Nursing Support
- Free Wi-Fi
- Interpreter Services
- Parking
- Mobility-Accessible Rooms
- Private Patient Rooms
- English- and Spanish-Speaking Staff
As listed by the provider. Confirm what your package includes before booking.
Surgeons and doctors
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Dr. Gabriela Rodríguez Ruiz
Bariatric and Metabolic Surgeon · 15+ years in practiceDr. Gabriela Rodríguez Ruiz is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon based in Tijuana, Mexico. Her practice is located within VIDA Wellness and Beauty. The clinic’s information identifies her as the physician leading its bariatric surgery service, and her professional website gives the same Tijuana location. Her listed training includes a medical degree from the School of Medicine at the Autonomous University of Baja California, a surgical residency at General Hospital of Tijuana, and a bariatric surgery fellowship at the University of Texas at Houston. Her professional materials also report a PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Her practice and clinic describe her as certified in bariatric surgery in Mexico and the United States and identify her as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. The Surgical Review Corporation lists her as a Master Surgeon in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery. VIDA’s profile reports more than 15 years of experience and over 7,800 surgeries; these figures are claims reported by the practice. Another page on her website gives a different experience figure, so a single total is not stated here. The clinic identifies her as bilingual. Her professional focus is bariatric and metabolic care, including weight-loss surgery.
Education: Medical degree, School of Medicine at the Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC); PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston; Surgical residency, General Hospital of Tijuana; Fellowship in Bariatric Surgery, University of Texas at Houston
Certifications: Reportedly board-certified in bariatric surgery in Mexico and the United States; Certification by the Mexican College of Bariatric Surgery and Metabolic Medicine; Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS); Master Surgeon recognition from the Surgical Review Corporation in metabolic and bariatric surgery
Memberships: Founding associate of the Mexican College of General Surgeons
Biographies are compiled from the practice website, directory profiles and other public sources. Verify board certification with the Consejo Mexicano de Cirugía General.
Directory Score
73.4/100Ranked #18 in Mexico
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Ratings and reviews
Combined rating is weighted by the number of reviews on each site, as shown when last checked. Surgeon profile ratings count toward this center because the surgeon operates here.
Michelle M. · Rhinoplasty, FL, NL and browlift Jun 2021
I had am amazing experience! I had Rhinoplasty, FL, NL and browlift! I look 20 years younger. Everyone was absolutely amazing from Dr Quiroz himself, to coordinator and the Recovery Boutique staff. I'm 2 months post opp and they are still calling and checking on me.
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Lauren F. · Rhinoplasty Mar 2021
My experience with Vida has been nothing short of amazing. Karina and Dr Fuentes are so helpful and did such a nice job with my nose I am so grateful.
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rami A. · Breast augmentation, liposuction and Botox Sep 2020
I meant to write this earlier my girlfriend had a breast augmentation and lipo surgery last year with Dr. Quiroz and I had some Botox done while at my stat and the results were very good . We decided to stay at the recovery boutique hotel for everything to go smoothly for her and everything exceeded our expectation from the nurse care too the food that was served 3 times a day. 5 days later we were off back to the east coast. i would definitely focus on the positive reviews at this facility.
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Dustin DeTorres · Cosmetic/plastic surgery and dermatology Feb 2020
Fantastic, trustworthy and knowledgeable are just a few adjectives that come to mind. I've known the management at Vida for some time now and have to say that they not only know what they are doing when it comes to cosmetic / plastic surgery & dermatology, but they are definitely a cost effective solution in the saturated surgical space.
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Martha Hdz · Trigeminal neuralgia surgery Nov 2019
Muchas gracias al neurólogo doctor Quintero me opero de neurología del trigémino y estoy muy agradecida con Dios porque lo puso en mi camino para sanarme yo lo recomiendo al 100 por ciento muy buen doctor
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Patient Aug 2025
I am 4–5 days post-op from a gastric sleeve procedure in Tijuana at Vida Wellness (Cosmed Clinic) with Dr. Gabriella Rodriguez Ruiz, and the experience has been an absolute breeze. The care was top-notch—better than I’ve received in some facilities in the U.S.—and all instructions were detailed and easy to follow. There’s also an excellent follow-up plan. I paid $4,790 (excluding airfare to San Diego), which included hotel accommodations, a relaxing atmosphere, a complimentary spa treatment the day before surgery, and even a $500 coupon for future cosmetic surgery after weight loss. I give them a 10/10 recommendation.
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