Mexico Medical Tourism: We Make Bariatric Surgery in Tijuana Easy and Affordable
At least 2 million people from all over the world visit Tijuana yearly to receive medical treatment and wellness services. At Tijuana, you can obtain quality attention for just a small fraction of the price charged in the United States, Canada or Europe for the very same medical service.














Tijuana Mexico for your Medical Treatment
Mexico Medical tourism is not a new phenomenon. As people who live and cross the border on an almost daily basis, we’re extremely familiarized with the idea of seeking medical assistance in another country.
The reasons why people seek this external service vary, but one of the main ones is that the treatment they need is not available in their location and if it is, the cost is not accessible.
At first, medical tourism was known as “those who traveled from less-developed countries to major medical centers in highly developed countries for treatment unavailable at home”[1].
However, a new trend has arisen: citizens of highly developed countries choose to bypass care offered in their own communities and travel to less developed areas of the world to receive a wide variety of medical services. This is due to more available pricing and failures in their country’s healthcare system.

Years of Experience
Total Pounds Lost
Lives Changed

Why Choose LIMARP for Bariatric Surgery?
The number of medical tourists increases each year and Tijuana has become one of the main places in Mexico patients come to for medical attention. From the wide variety of specialists that practice here to the booming industrial and technological innovations, there are no limits to the medical services that can be found in this city. So, why should you choose LIMARP®?
The services we provide don’t only include the surgery and postoperative attention, but we aim to give you a well-rounded experience wherein you’re treated with the highest standards so that your stay is not only safe and comfortable, but enjoyable. Our personalized integrative program, which caters to each patient’s needs includes different services, which we will explain below.

Evaluation
You can begin this process by contacting us through the online contact form on our website or by calling LIMARP® directly. Your initial consultation can be done by phone or email, depending on which method is most convenient for you. Through this consultation, Dr. Pompa González can discuss your weight loss goals with you and can use that information to determine which weight loss program or surgery is right for you. After your consultation, you will meet with a physician near you and send your medical history and clinical evaluation for Dr. Pompa González to review. Once she has reviewed your medical history and determined if surgery is appropriate for you, she can pre-approve you for surgical treatment.

Your Trip to Mexico
A member of our experienced staff will contact you to schedule your surgery once you have been pre-approved. We will let you know what dates we have available and you can choose what will work best with your schedule. We will also inform you about how many days total you will need to plan for your trip, based on your surgery and expected recovery time. Once your surgery is scheduled and as part of the medical tourism, our staff can assist you in your travel and transportation arrangements. We can reserve your accommodations and schedule transportation to and from the airport. All you have to do is book your flight.

Arrival to Tijuana
Our center is connected with the Tijuana Grand Hotel, making it completely optional for you to leave our facilities during your stay. The Grand Hotel has a lot to offer, including a pool, jacuzzi, tennis courts, fitness center, shops, dry cleaning service, and baby-sitting service. The hotel also boasts three restaurants, all of which can cater to Dr. Pompa González’s specially created pre or postoperative diets to help keep you on track. You will be perfectly comfortable in the spa-like atmosphere, while enjoying beautiful views all around.
A Comfortable, Caring Place for Your Journey to Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico
You are never alone! As part of the boom in medical tourism in Tijuana, Mexico, LIMARP® can help you arrange successful and convenient bariatric and travel experiences. Our services are not only limited to bariatric surgery, but also extend to some types of plastic surgeries.
If you want to learn more about medical tourism in Tijuana, Mexico and the services we provide, schedule an appointment with one of our doctors. We can help determine the right treatment for you. Contact us online anytime or give us a call at (619) 373-0229.


Clinical
Intervention
We offer both surgical and non-surgical options based on your needs and weight loss goals. Dr. Pompa will determine the best option, ensuring the approach chosen aligns with your health profile and lifestyle.

Education
We provide clear, evidence-based information about what to expect during your weight loss treatment and how to follow the steps before and after your bariatric surgery. We are always available to answer your questions.

Personalized
Nutrition Plan
Our nutritionists create personalized plans with recipes and guidelines for each stage of your weight loss journey, all tailored to your bariatric needs. These plans are designed to help you develope healthy habits that support long-term success.

Psychological
Support
Weight loss surgery doesn’t just change your body—it can also change your life in
you might not expect. You may notice shifts in how you feel about yourself, your
confidence, and even your relationships. Our psychologists help you

Custom
Fitness Plans
Exercise is essential to achieve the expected results. Our fitness experts design personalized workout plans that match your weight loss goals and progress, while understanding the unique challenges of bariatric patients.

Long-term
Follow Up
Our commitment to our patients doesn’t end after bariatric surgery. Our expert medical team carefully tracks your progress and provides on-going support, including follow-up consultations, guidance, and revision surgery if needed.
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Leading Expert in Bariatric Surgery in Mexico
Welcome to LIMARP! I’m Dr. Liza María Pompa, and I will be your surgeon.
“Every patient has a story, and my mission is to help them rewrite it. At LIMARP, we don’t just perform bariatric surgeries—we build relationships and provide the tools for lasting change. You’re not just another case to us; you’re part of our family.”
In 2008, Dr. Pompa founded LIMARP in Tijuana, Mexico, the leading destination for medical tourism. From the very beginning, she had a clear vision of what she wanted it to be: a welcoming space for bariatric patients from Canada, and United States, and all over the world, where obesity is addressed not just surgically but holistically through a unique integrative weight loss program.
Her goal is to help patients feel at home in Tijuana, Mexico and achieve sustainable, long-term results while ensuring they are in the best possible hands.”

Meet your bariatric team in Tijuana, Mexico
We’re here to take care of you with all our
support and experience, from start to finish

Dr. Guillermo López Espinosa
General and Bariatric Surgeon
Surgeon of Excellence

Dr. Josué Torres Chávez
Chief of Anesthesiology
Master in Specialized Bariatric Anesthesia

RN. Blanca Cuevas García
Certified Surgical Nurse specializing in Nursing Administration

Dr. Eduardo Vázquez de la Mora
Internal Medicine and Bariatric Medicine
Bariatric Surgery Tijuana Mexico
Our Comprehensive Services
Empowering Change Through Advanced and Premium Bariatric Care in Tijuana, Mexico

Gastric Sleeve Surgery
A Gastric Sleeve Surgery is a minimally invasive bariatric surgery procedure that reduces stomach size by removing about 80%, helping patients control their appetite and leading to significant weight loss. Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is the most requested and practiced bariatric surgery worldwide.

Gastric Bypass Surgery
A Gastric Bypass reroutes the digestive system, reducing the amount of food intake and absorption. Gastric bypass surgery can help you lose a significant amount of weight, approximately 85% of your excess weight, and establish positive long-term dietary habits.

Mini Gastric Bypass Surgery
A mini gastric bypass is a simpler and less invasive version of the traditional gastric bypass. It carries less risk and helps with weight loss by connecting a small stomach pouch directly to the intestine with just one link. A mini gastric bypass surgery can be completed in less than an hour.

Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery, also known as minimally invasive surgery, uses small incisions and specialized instruments to perform the procedure. A camera (laparoscope) is inserted through one of the incisions to guide the surgeon, allowing them to perform bariatric procedures with precision. The small incisions minimize pain, scarring, and recovery time compared to traditional open surgery.

Revision Bariatric Surgery
Revision bariatric surgery is a secondary procedure performed on patients who have had a previous bariatric procedure but didn’t achieve the desired results or experienced complications. This surgery adjusts or alters the original procedure (such as resizing the stomach or rerouting the digestive system) to improve weight loss outcomes and address any ongoing health concerns.

Intragastric Balloon
An intragastric balloon is a simple device that reduces the size of the stomach by taking up space inside it. Once it has done its job, the balloon is removed. At LIMARP, in Tijuana, Mexico, Dra. Pompa specializes in Spatz Balloon and Allurion Balloon. It can be a good for patients who want to lose between 30 and 45 pounds

Bariclip
The BariClip is a minimally invasive bariatric procedure that involves placing a silicone clip around the stomach to restrict its size, limiting food intake and promoting early satiety. The BariClip device was designed for patients with a body mass index of 29 or above, which places them in the overweight category. Is completely reversible and that no part of the stomach is cut off.

Allurion Balloon
The Allurion Gastric Balloon is a modern, non-surgical solution for weight loss. This balloon is swallowed like a pill and is placed in the stomach without the need for bariatric surgery. Once in place, the balloon is filled with liquid to reduce stomach space and make patients feel fuller for longer. LIMARP is the only bariatric clinic in Tijuana, Mexico certified to offer the innovative Allurion Gastric Balloon.

Our bariatric program is more than just surgery
Our bariatric program is more than just surgery—it’s a comprehensive system designed to support your transformation from start to finish.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: Every bariatric treatment is tailored to your medical history, goals, and lifestyle, ensuring the best possible outcome
- All-Inclusive Packages: From bariatric surgery to recovery, our packages include accommodation, transportation, follow-up care and more for patients traveling to Tijuana, Mexico.
- Cutting-Edge Techniques: We use advanced laparoscopic methods to minimize recovery time and enhance precision during bariatric surgery.

Karla Inzunza
Every bariatric journey at our Tijuana, Mexico clinic is a story of courage, commitment, and transformation. Each of these testimonials is a reflection of our mission: to transform lives through compassionate, high-quality care. Our patients don’t just lose weight—they gain confidence, improve their health, and rediscover their potential.

Emilio Codorniz
I’ve been feeling great throughout this process; my self-esteem, my image, my vitality, and my energy have all changed because I’m no longer overweight. I’m not as tired anymore, and I no longer eat until I feel stuffed. On the contrary, I’ve learned how to eat properly.

Shantal Maldonado
I spent years trying to lose weight with diets and exercise without success, and it was incredibly frustrating. I reached the point where I said, "I need help." From the moment I had my first appointment with Dr. Pompa, she gave me so much confidence, and I left feeling fully determined to go through with the surgery.

Anahí Ortega
The way the staff at LIMARP works makes you feel like they already know you. It’s not like a typical clinic where you’re treated as just another patient. They make you feel truly welcome. They’re incredibly kind, caring, and supportive. It’s so nice to come to a place where you feel seen and heard.

Sandra Hernández
Before my surgery, I struggled with both hypertension and diabetes. I began noticing results even before the procedure, as the preoperative diet helped me lose some weight. After the surgery, the weight came off quickly, and my life transformed completely. I am no longer diabetic or hypertensive, I no longer need medication, and I no longer feel constantly tired. It has truly been a life-changing, 360-degree transformation.

Karla
Inzunza

Emilio
Codorniz

Shantal
Maldonado

Anahí
Ortega

Sandra
Hernández
Traveling to Tijuana, Mexico for Bariatric Surgery Made Easier, Comfortable, and Hassle-free
Every year, millions of patients choose Tijuana, Mexico, for bariatric surgery and leave with life-changing results. At LIMARP, we ensure that every part of your weight loss journey—from your first inquiry to long-term follow-up care—is seamless, supportive, and stress-free, with U.S.-Standard Quality but delivered with warm Mexican hospitality.
- Convenient location in Tijuana, Mexico, just across the border from San Diego.
- Comprehensive care from consultation to recovery.
- Personalized support from a multidisciplinary team.


Step 1. Contact
Here’s what you can expect when you take the first step.
Reach out to us through our contact form or give us a call. One of our team members will get back to you to answer all your questions. Feel free to ask us anything—our priority is to ensure you feel completely comfortable, informed, and confident in your decision to pursue bariatric surgery in Tijuana, Mexico.

Step 2. Consultation
Consultation and Evaluation for Weight Loss options
After contacting us, we’ll arrange an initial consultation with Dr. Liza María Pompa. If you are outside Tijuana, Mexico, this can be done online or over the phone. You’ll discuss your weight loss goals, medical history, and explore your bariatric treatment options. Dr. Pompa will guide you through every detail to determine if bariatric surgery is the best path for you.

Step 3. Schedule Your Trip
Your Travel to Tijuana, Mexico for Weight Loss Treatment
Once your bariatric surgery is approved, a member of our team will contact you to schedule your procedure at a time that works best for you. To make your experience as smooth as possible, we’ll also assist with travel, transportation, and accommodations in Tijuana, Mexico, ensuring every detail is taken care of.

Step 4. Pre-surgery instructions
Prepare for your Weight Loss Journey
Before you travel to Tijuana, Mexico for your bariatric procedure, we’ll provide you with a detailed list of instructions, including dietary guidelines and post-surgery care tips, so you are fully prepared.

Step 5. Surgery Day
Your Surgery Day
On the morning of your bariatric surgery, it’s important not to eat or drink anything unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to take medication. Our surgical team will answer any last-minute questions you may have. For patients traveling to Tijuana from outside Mexico, pre-surgical tests will be conducted to ensure everything is in order. After that, you’ll be taken to the surgical room, where general anesthesia will be administered. Once you're fully comfortable, Dr. Pompa will begin your procedure.

Step 6. Recovery
Prepare for your Lifestyle Changes
After your bariatric surgery, you’ll stay in one of our private recovery rooms, where our staff will monitor your progress and provide around-the-clock care. Most patients stay in Tijuana, Mexico, for 2-3 days to ensure a smooth recovery process before heading home.

Step 7. Long-term Follow Up
We offer a comprehensive long-term support program with our nutritionists and psychologists
In addition to in-clinic follow-up appointments, LIMARP offers a comprehensive long-term support program. This includes ongoing virtual consultations for patients outside Tijuana, Mexico, regular progress check-ins, and support from our nutritionists and psychologists to help you maintain your results and achieve lasting change.
Contact
Consultation
Your Trip
Pre-surgery
Surgery
Recovery
Follow Up