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Dr. Ismael Cabrera

Dr. Ismael Cabrera Garcia is a dedicated, board-certified bariatric surgeon in Tijuana, Mexico. Dr. Cabrera specializes in weight loss surgery with education and training from around the world, including in the United States and Mexico.

  • Certified Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon

  • 4,500 Successful Bariatric Surgeries

  • Limits Bariatric Surgeries to 4 Per Day

  • Quality Results & Low Complication Rate

  • Education and Training in the United States and Mexico

  • One of the Most Skilled Surgeons in Tijuana, Mexico

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About Dr. Ismael Cabrera

Dr. Ismael Cabrera is a wonderful surgeon who is talented, compassionate, and has a superb bedside manner with patients. He takes extra time with his patients, making sure they have all questions answered and explaining the surgery in detail.

His surgical team has successfully performed over 4,500+ weight loss procedures. Ismael Cabrera is highly rated and is consistently ranked as one of the best bariatric surgeons in Mexico.

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Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Cabrera has extensive surgical expertise with a near ~0% complication rate with one of the highest success rates. He offers surgeries ranging from gastric sleeve surgery to intricate gastric bypass revisions. Cabrera has robust standards of training with the mastery required to perform high-grade procedures without unwarranted risks or pleasantries

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Gastric Sleeve

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Gastric Bypass

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Mini Bypass

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Revision Surgery

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Gastric Band

Dr. Louisiana Valenzuela Bariatric Surgical Team in Tijuana Mexico

Dr. Cabreras Education and Expertise

Dr. Ismael Cabrera graduated with a general surgery degree in 2005. For about 2 years, he trained with skilled bariatric expert, Dr. Juan Corvala at Hospital Angeles Tijuana. In 2011, Cabrera completed a one-year exclusive surgical training credential at Fresno Surgical Hospital in California. Since then, he has worked in the public hospital of Tecate, Tijuana, and Puebla, and has participated in multiple post-doctoral training programs.

Why Choose Ismael Cabrera, MD?

Dr. Ismael Cabrera offers gastric sleeve surgery, RNY gastric bypass, bariatric surgery revision, and even lap band surgery. He is a regular attendee of bariatric and metabolic conferences, like Long Beach XV World Congress of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity & Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) in 2010, 2015 Vienna Austria IFSO Congress, and 2017 IFSO in London England.

Dr. Cabrera holds informational seminars and webinars related to bariatric surgery in the U.S., Canada, and live online. He has educated and put to ease hundreds of attendees of these seminars in cities with obesity problems like Houston, Seattle, and Baton Rouge.

Training and Memberships

  • Assistant to the World Congress of Endoscopic  Surgery – 2012

  • Member of the Mexican Association of Obesity Surgery and Metabolic Disorders – 2012

  • Participation in the Xlll National Congress of Obesity and Metabolic Diseases Surgery A.C. Ensenada , Baja California – 2011

  • Certification of participation in Advanced laparoscopy and Obesity Surgery March-Apirl 2011 Fresno, California Dr Kelvin D, Higa – 2011

Mexico Bariatric Center Dr Louisiana Valenzuela Board Certification

Reviews and Ratings

With over 4,000 successful surgeries, Dr. Cabrera has changed the lives of hundreds of patients.

Tabitha before and after with Dr. Ismael Cabrera

“Getting ready for my 1st bodybuilding show, diabetes gone, COPD gone. Don’t give up on dreams, you are the only one that can make them come true. Thank You, Dr. Cabrera💞”

Tabitha C., Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Layla before and after with Dr. Ismael Cabrera

“A year ago today Dr. Cabrera changed my life! I woke up today weighing 156.2lbs – 6lbs shy of my 150lb goal. I’ve lost 150lbs in a year, haven’t gone to the gym once, and eat whatever I want. Thank you MBC!! 🤗🤗”

Layla A., Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Jadie k before and after with Dr. Ismael Cabrera

“Four years ago today I made a decision that changed my life forever.❤️ And if I won the lottery I would gladly find a handful of people that I could gift this amazing journey. Much love to my MBC family.❤️❤️❤️ Thank you Dr. Ismael Cabrera and Dr. Louisiana Valenzuela Sanchez”

Jadie K., Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Melanie – Gastric Sleeve Surgery, March 2017



I had my surgery March 28, 2017. I am down 45lbs and I feel amazing! Thanks so much to Mexico Bariatric Center, Dr. Cabrera, and all of the amazing staff! I am beyond happy with the results!! Thank you Mexico Bariatric Center for changing my life!!


Melanie, Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2019-09-30T23:31:52+00:00

Melanie, Gastric Sleeve Surgery

Melanie - Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Gastric Sleeve Before and After Pictures - Female Photos
I had my surgery March 28, 2017. I am down 45lbs and I feel amazing! Thanks so much to Mexico Bariatric Center, Dr. Cabrera, and all of the amazing staff! I am beyond happy with the results!! Thank you Mexico Bariatric Center for changing my life!!

Amy – Gastric Sleeve Surgery, March 2017

I’m posting three days early of my one-year surgiversary. 362 days, 80 pounds, 35 inches gone and to celebrate all of this I’m headed to Mexico for a little R&R. Seemed fitting! Thank you to Mexico Bariatric Center for this tool and to my sleeve sisters who truly helped me get through this first year. Bring on year # 2!

Amy, Gastric Sleeve in Mexico

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2019-09-30T23:30:11+00:00

Amy, Gastric Sleeve in Mexico

Amy - Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Gastric Sleeve Before and After Pictures - Female Photos
I’m posting three days early of my one-year surgiversary. 362 days, 80 pounds, 35 inches gone and to celebrate all of this I’m headed to Mexico for a little R&R. Seemed fitting! Thank you to Mexico Bariatric Center for this tool and to my sleeve sisters who truly helped me get through this first year. Bring on year # 2!

Nicole – Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Tijuana on March 2017 with Dr. Ismael Cabrera

Dr. Ismael Cabrera was a wonderful surgeon and had the best bedside manner of any surgeon I’ve ever met. He spoke with me for quite some time before and after surgery to make sure I was feeling OK. I traveled quite a long way and by myself which the doctor was shocked when he learned, I was alone. He was very kind and made me feel reassured and said they’re there with me and will take good care of me.

I honestly couldn’t have had a better experience and I’m so happy I made the decision to go with Dr. Cabrera! I could not recommend him more highly!! March 1, 2018

Nicole, Gastric Sleeve (March 2018)

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2018-06-20T23:37:47+00:00

Nicole, Gastric Sleeve (March 2018)

Dr. Ismael Cabrera was a wonderful surgeon and had the best bedside manner of any surgeon I’ve ever met. He spoke with me for quite some time before and after surgery to make sure I was feeling OK. I traveled quite a long way and by myself which the doctor was shocked when he learned, I was alone. He was very kind and made me feel reassured and said they’re there with me and will take good care of me. I honestly couldn’t have had a better experience and I’m so happy I made the decision to go with Dr. Cabrera! I could not recommend him more highly!! March 1, 2018

Gabriela D, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

I was sleeved 3 years ago by Dr. Ismael Cabrera, & absolutely no regrets! Amazing experience throughout the whole process. The staff is very comforting, & so friendly. Hospital is very clean & updated (Cleanliness is what I look for). My initial weight prior to surgery was 242 & I’m beyond proud to say I’m exactly 144.7! 

Gabriela D, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:06:06+00:00

Gabriela D, Gastric Sleeve

I was sleeved 3 years ago by Dr. Ismael Cabrera, & absolutely no regrets! Amazing experience throughout the whole process. The staff is very comforting, & so friendly. Hospital is very clean & updated (Cleanliness is what I look for). My initial weight prior to surgery was 242 & I’m beyond proud to say I’m exactly 144.7! 

Laura W, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

Best decision I ever made for myself, I only wish I had done it sooner!  The whole process from the coordinators to the doctor was seamless.  Dr. Cabrera was very kind and addressed my concerns!  I am 2 years out and down over 100 lbs.  Thank you, Dr. Cabrerra and MBC for your stellar care and for assisting me in changing my life and habits!

Laura W, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:08:24+00:00

Laura W, Gastric Sleeve

Best decision I ever made for myself, I only wish I had done it sooner!  The whole process from the coordinators to the doctor was seamless.  Dr. Cabrera was very kind and addressed my concerns!  I am 2 years out and down over 100 lbs.  Thank you, Dr. Cabrerra and MBC for your stellar care and for assisting me in changing my life and habits!

Claire A, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

I want to say thank you to Dr. Cabrera. I was at my heaviest and in the middle of tremendous grief. Losing weight changed my relationship with food. I’m so grateful. I’m a work in progress. I’m not even super confident posting this. Just wanted to say thank you! ❤️

Claire A, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:11:34+00:00

Claire A, Gastric Sleeve

I want to say thank you to Dr. Cabrera. I was at my heaviest and in the middle of tremendous grief. Losing weight changed my relationship with food. I’m so grateful. I’m a work in progress. I’m not even super confident posting this. Just wanted to say thank you!

Claire W, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

Thank you, Dr. Cabrera, for changing my life!! I never in my entire life thought I would lose 137lbs after 16 months!! Forever thankful for this tool!

Claire W, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:16:25+00:00

Claire W, Gastric Sleeve

Thank you, Dr. Cabrera, for changing my life!! I never in my entire life thought I would lose 137lbs after 16 months!! Forever thankful for this tool!

Justine L, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

I’m feeling really grateful for Dr-Ismael Cabrera and MBC today! I was sleeved in May, and have been so happy with my choice. So much so, my sister and dad jumped on board. Dr. Cabrera sleeved both my dad and sister! What a journey it’s been, definitely not easy, but so so worth it! Thank you, Dr. Cabrera!!!

Justine L, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:19:45+00:00

Justine L, Gastric Sleeve

I’m feeling really grateful for Dr-Ismael Cabrera and MBC today! I was sleeved in May, and have been so happy with my choice. So much so, my sister and dad jumped on board. Dr. Cabrera sleeved both my dad and sister! What a journey it’s been, definitely not easy, but so so worth it! Thank you, Dr. Cabrera!!!

Marci C, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

I’ll be forever grateful to Dr-Ismael Cabrera and his wonderful team at the Mexico Bariatric Center for helping me get my life back, your kindness is not forgotten. ?

Marci C, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:27:37+00:00

Marci C, Gastric Sleeve

I’ll be forever grateful to Dr-Ismael Cabrera and his wonderful team at the Mexico Bariatric Center for helping me get my life back, your kindness is not forgotten. ?

Bobbi R, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

I have had family judge me and question my decision but I know in my heart that it saved my life. I want to thank MBC and my doctor, Dr. Ismael Cabrera, for making this possible!

Bobbi R, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:45:55+00:00

Bobbi R, Gastric Sleeve

I have had family judge me and question my decision but I know in my heart that it saved my life. I want to thank MBC and my doctor, Dr. Ismael Cabrera, for making this possible!

Dennis D, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

Wow! A year can truly change one’s life! Already down 95 lbs and off most meds. Dr. Ismael Cabrera changed my life for the better one year ago. MBC gave me a fantastic experience with no complications. I would do it again tomorrow!!!

Dennis D, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:38:49+00:00

Dennis D, Gastric Sleeve

Wow! A year can truly change one’s life! Already down 95 lbs and off most meds. Dr. Ismael Cabrera changed my life for the better one year ago. MBC gave me a fantastic experience with no complications. I would do it again tomorrow!!!

Tabitha C, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

SW 240lbs, CW 140lbs! Getting ready for my 1st body-building show, diabetes gone, COPD gone! Thank you Dr. Cabrera & Staff for changing my life! ?? Don't give up on dreams, you're the only 1 that can make them come true!

Tabitha C, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:43:18+00:00

Tabitha C, Gastric Sleeve

SW 240lbs, CW 140lbs! Getting ready for my 1st body-building show, diabetes gone, COPD gone! Thank you Dr. Cabrera & Staff for changing my life! Don't give up on dreams, you're the only 1 that can make them come true!

Laura G, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

Thank you Dr. Ismael Cabrera for dedicating yourself to providing us with a tool that is absolutely life-changing! After 30+ years, I’m BELOW the 200s

Laura G, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:58:18+00:00

Laura G, Gastric Sleeve

Thank you Dr. Ismael Cabrera for dedicating yourself to providing us with a tool that is absolutely life-changing! After 30+ years, I’m BELOW the 200s

Karla R, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

Dr. Ismael Cabrera is absolutely the best! He has an impeccable bedside manner. Answered all my questions and reassured me. Followed up the next day. He did my sleeve in 2015 and I've lost over 100lbs! Never had any complications, wounds healed perfectly, and to this day, I eat very little. I highly recommend him without hesitation. Best decision ever!! Thank you Dr. Cabrera for giving me my life back!

Karla R, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:54:25+00:00

Karla R, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera is absolutely the best! He has an impeccable bedside manner. Answered all my questions and reassured me. Followed up the next day. He did my sleeve in 2015 and I've lost over 100lbs! Never had any complications, wounds healed perfectly, and to this day, I eat very little. I highly recommend him without hesitation. Best decision ever!! Thank you Dr. Cabrera for giving me my life back!

Chasity R, Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Cabrera

Dr-Ismael Cabrera changed my life. He did my gastric sleeve in May and I couldn't be happier. He and his team were amazing and made me feel so comfortable. I have fibromyalgia and feel like I was taken care of so much better there than previous surgeries I have had done in the states. If you are looking for a kind, compassionate, competent surgeon, Dr. Cabrera and his team are the perfect fit for you!

Chasity R, Gastric Sleeve

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T18:56:56+00:00

Chasity R, Gastric Sleeve

Dr-Ismael Cabrera changed my life. He did my gastric sleeve in May 2017 and I couldn't be happier. He and his team were amazing and made me feel so comfortable. I have fibromyalgia and feel like I was taken care of so much better there than previous surgeries I have had done in the states. If you are looking for a kind, compassionate, competent surgeon, Dr. Cabrera and his team are the perfect fit for you!

Shelley H, Revision Surgery with Dr. Cabrera

Dr. Ismael Cabrera saved my life! Loved him & his team! The hospital was awesome! Wonderful results! So glad we chose him (my boss & I had surgery the same day) & so glad we chose MBC! We are referring all interested of course! It was all an awesome experience & we are all a lot lighter and way healthier! He did my revision surgery & I’m so so thankful! Thank you so, so much, sir!

Shelley H, Revision Surgery

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2021-07-16T19:15:32+00:00

Shelley H, Revision Surgery

Dr. Ismael Cabrera saved my life! Loved him & his team! The hospital was awesome! Wonderful results! So glad we chose him (my boss & I had surgery the same day) & so glad we chose MBC! We are referring all interested of course! It was all an awesome experience & we are all a lot lighter and way healthier! He did my revision surgery & I’m so so thankful! Thank you so, so much, sir!

Alicia – Weight Loss Surgery, November 2019

My cousin and I decided to embark on this journey together. We had an amazing experience!! The only negative is that I should have done this sooner. Thank you Dr. Ismael Cabrera for changing my life and my health. 92 lbs. gone!! Mexico Bariatric Center gave me that chance.

Alicia, Weight Loss Surgery

Dr. Ismael Cabrera, Bariatric Surgeon in Mexico
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2020-04-12T04:00:40+00:00

Alicia, Weight Loss Surgery

My cousin and I decided to embark on this journey together. We had an amazing experience!! The only negative is that I should have done this sooner. Thank you Dr. Ismael Cabrera for changing my life and my health. 92 lbs. gone!! Mexico Bariatric Center gave me that chance.
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