The Surgeons, The Nurses, The Assistants And The Administration Staff.
All Dedicated to Helping You Meet Your Weight Loss Goals.
Dr. Alvarez has teamed up with a amazing staff of doctors throughout the years to offer you the best possible outcome and well-being. The staff that you will see during your stay has been carefully selected, all bilingual and with great work ethics and passion toward what they do.
Chief Bariatric Surgeon
Author, speaker, cyclist and bariatric surgeon. Dr. Alvarez achieved SRC accreditation as a Master Surgeon in Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery in 2012 Also named Top Bariatric Surgeon by Newsweek Magazine and featured on ABC News. With 20,000 gastric sleeve surgeries performed and over a decade of time dedicated to this single procedure he has earned worldwide recognition.
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Anesthesiologist
Anesthesiologist that specializes in intensive care with 25 years of experience and special training in difficult airway intubation, he has been recognized with awards by his peers and licensing board for his dedication and skill in the field of anesthesiology, he joined Team Endobariatric nine years ago and has been in charge of the care of thousands of patients in the Operation Room along with Dr. Alvarez
Certified Bariatric Surgeon
Dr. Rosales attended the Medical School University of Monterrey, graduating cum laude going on to earn the coveted Chief Resident position during residency. Joining Team Endobariatric and Dr. Alvarez in 2008 as a surgical assistant, he has been side-by-side with Dr. Alvarez on over 10,000 gastric sleeve surgeries.
Patient Coordinator
Rosie has been with Dr. Alvarez since day 1. She has first-hand knowledge of her patients’ journey, thanks to her own gastric sleeve surgery by Dr. Alvarez.
Patient Coordinator
Brandi is one of our patient coordinators, with her you'll have one of the best experiences possible, Brandi knows a lot about the procedure because she was also operated by Dr. Alvarez and has been working with the Endobariatric team for a long time.
Hospital Assistance
Head Nurse
Hospital Assistance
Receptionist
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Nursing Staff
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Nursing Staff
Emmanuel is a Registered Nurse that looks over the needs of the team in the OR.
Nurse Anesthetist
Liliana is one of the newest addition to the OR Team. She is working along with Dr. Salinas watching over his needs and the patient's safety.
Personal Assistant
Lourdes is Dr. Alvarez's Personal Assistant and manages his agenda and complete schedule.
Marketing
Marketing Assistant in the team, his specialty is social media and community management
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