Portland, OR Bariatric Surgery Seminar – 2016
This Oregon bariatric surgery seminar took place in Portland on October 15th, 2016. There was a great turnout as former patients and individuals considering surgery with Mexico Bariatric Center® (MBC) came together in one place.
Seminar Information
Past and future patients drove from all over Oregon and Washington to attend this informative seminar. President and CEO of Mexico Bariatric Center, Ron, Elli, Ph.D., was excited to meet with former bariatric surgery patient Paul Moses who reached out and got involved with this particular seminar. During our weight loss informational event, Paul was kind enough to share his touching story which is shown below in the event videos.
Dr. Elli covered the following subjects:
- Obesity Epidemic
- Surgical Treatment of Obesity
- Mexico Medical Tourism for Bariatrics and Plastics
Dr. Gutierrez followed Ron to talk about different bariatric surgery procedures, like gastric sleeve and bypass. Then Dr. Elli and Dr. Gutierrez opened the floor for questions from participants.
Special Promotional Offers Included:
- One lucky winner received a promotional discount off of our affordable gastric sleeve surgery package.
- $15 Amazon gift cards were also given out to select attendees at this event.
Seminar Photos
(cosmetics) and former patient, Paul.
gastric sleeve patient, Paul.
after the seminar ended.
Seminar Videos
About Oregon
Oregon is known for a lot of rain and months of soggy weather. There are beautiful natural sites to behold as the state carefully protects the environment. Most of the economy in Oregon is based on timber, salmon, fishing, and power generation through hydroelectric dams.
The people of Oregon are very patient and forward thinking. With 8 months of rain followed by 4 months of relief, they find ways to keep creative and make the most of their environment.
Oregon Obesity Statistics 2016
Oregon ranks at 31st among the nation’s most obese states, according to The State of Obesity: Better Policies for a Healthier America. As of 2016, the obesity rate in adult residents of Arlington was at 28.7%, up from 19.9% back in the year 2000, and from 11.2% in the year 1990.
Current Adult Obesity Rate (as of 2016)
28.7%
Obesity-Related Health Issues
Diabetes
9.5% (Ranked 33/51)
Hypertension
30.1% (Ranked 32/51)
Heart Disease
Cases in 2010
225,575
Expected by 2030
1,054,888
Arthritis
Cases in 2010
751,876
Expected by 2030
645,284
Obesity-Related Cancer
Cases in 2010
58,349
Expected in 2030
151,854
Source: https://stateofobesity.org/states/or
About Mexico Bariatric Center
Mexico Bariatric Center has provided expert care in bariatric surgery since 2012 with complication rates currently below 0.5%. We function out of a certified hospital in Tijuana, Mexico where our certified and highly qualified surgeons ensure only the best of care. Our purpose is to provide affordable care to those who can not get coverage in the United States, Canada, and across the globe. Our pricing includes a full package of the post and preoperative services alongside your hotel and hospital stay.
Seek consultation from one of our patient coordinators to determine whether or not you qualify for our services by filling out a pre-screen today and a patient coordinator will be in contact with you.
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