Dr. Ignacio Del Carmen
Dr. Ignacio Del Carmen Ortega is a premier board-certified plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgeon practicing at Mexico Cosmetic Center©, operating out of state-of-the-art accredited Hospital Azar in Tijuana. Dr. Ignacio has built a reputation for excellence by merging technical surgical precision with a genuine, patient-first approach.
About Dr. Ignacio
He earned his medical degree from the Higher School of Medicine at the National Polytechnic Institute, graduating first in his class of 335 students—an outstanding academic achievement that earned him the prestigious Pfizer Scientific Institute Award for Excellence in Medical Students.
Dr. Ignacio completed his general surgery residency at Central Norte Hospital (PEMEX) before pursuing his elite specialization in Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery at the world-renowned Hospital General “Dr. Manuel Gea González” in Mexico City. Widely recognized as one of Latin America’s premier training centers for complex plastic surgery, this advanced background gives Dr. Ignacio a distinct clinical edge in structural revisions and intricate deep-tissue procedures.
Plastic Surgery Specialties
Dr. Ignacio specializes in comprehensive facial and body transformations tailored to his patients:
Dr. Ignacio’s Education and Expertise
Medical Degree: Higher School of Medicine at the National Polytechnic Institute (IPN)
General Surgery Residency: Central Norte Hospital, Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) — Endorsed by UNAM
Specialization: Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery — Hospital General “Dr. Manuel Gea González” (UNAM)
Board Certification: Certified by the Mexican Council of Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery (CMCPER Certificate #2614)
Medical License: General (Cédula Profesional): #9827654
Why Choose Ignacio Del Carmen, MD?
Choosing Dr. Ignacio Del Carmen means partnering with a board-certified plastic surgeon who treats every facial transformation as a unique work of art. As a trusted partner of Mexico Bariatric Center®, Dr. Ignacio is celebrated for his surgical precision and expertise in facial rejuvenation, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, neck lifts, and blepharoplasty.
Background and Medical Associations
As one of the top facial plastic surgeons in Tijuana, Dr. Ignacio Del Carmen Ortega remains an active participant in the international surgical community. His deep anatomical expertise in both male and female facial structures ensures precise control over skin, muscle, and tissue behavior during complex facial procedures.
Dr. Ignacio at Hospital Azar
Just a short drive across the San Diego border, Hospital Azar serves as Tijuana’s top-tier center for weight loss and aesthetic surgery. Designed with international guests in mind, it combines advanced surgical technology and sustainable architecture to deliver world-class safety and comfort.