Mexico Bariatric Center hosted a bariatric surgery seminar in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on April 28, 2018. This is the second time MBC staff and surgeon are traveling to Baton Rouge; the first bariatric informational event in Baton Rouge was held in 2015. We invited everyone: guests, family, friends, and past patients to learn more about bariatric procedures and Mexico Bariatric Center’s services.
Seminar Information
The seminar was hosted by Ron Elli, the President, and CEO of Mexico Bariatric Center along with the best Mexico bariatric surgeon Dr. Louisiana Valenzuela. The seminar was very informative, sharing everything about:
- Obesity Statistics in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Obesity and its related diseases
- Contributing factors to obesity
- Surgical treatment of obesity
- Mexico Medical tourism for bariatrics and plastics is the answer
- Bariatric surgery options
- MBC’s Patient Experience Process
- Why is MBC the best choice for bariatric surgery in Mexico
- Questions and answers
The attendees included past patients who gave moving testimonials on their bariatric surgery experience with Mexico Bariatric Center. We also invited everyone in the area who were considering bariatric surgery but weren’t quite ready to take the first step.
At the end of the event, there was a raffle drawing for a lucky winner to receive a free gastric sleeve surgery giveaway! Everyone that attended who were interested in gastric sleeve surgery, filled out a health questionnaire to be entered to win the huge gastric sleeve surgery discount!
Host & Speakers
Past Patient Visit with Dr. Valenzuela
Seminar Photos
Seminar Videos
About Louisiana
Louisiana is bursting with diverse culture as the residents accept their differences. Various types of music, religious backgrounds, and lifestyles are embraced with open arms. Anyone visiting New Orleans will also be pleased to find that the people have a very kind-hearted and welcoming.
Louisiana Obesity Statistics 2016
As of 2016, Louisiana is ranked 5th highest rate of obesity compared to the rest of the United States. The rate of obese individuals grew to 35.5%, up from 22.6% back in 2000. Prior to 2000, it grew 12.3% in the year 1990.
Current Adult Obesity Rate (as of 2016)
35.5%
Obesity-Related Health Issues
Diabetes
12.1% (Ranked 8/51)
Hypertension
39.3% (Ranked 4/51)
Heart Disease
Cases in 2010
274,399
Expected by 2030
1,222,533
Arthritis
Cases in 2010
877,591
Expected by 2030
744,189
Obesity-Related Cancer
Cases in 2010
69,400
Expected in 2030
170,092
Source: https://stateofobesity.org/states/la
About Mexico Bariatric Center
Mexico Bariatric Center is the number one provider of weight loss surgery in Mexico. We work with high-quality hospital facilities as well as top-rated bariatric surgeons who are some of the best in the industry. Our certified surgeons perform only a limited number of procedures per day in order to reduce complications and ensure personalized care. The all-inclusive packages we offer are a fraction of the price offered in the United States; with over 70% savings. Patients can get started with a simple health questionnaire.
We also offer patients a faster process for gastric sleeve surgery, by filling out a quick pre-qualification form. After submitting the pre-screen or health questionnaire, we will review it a call you to discuss your candidacy.
