Alfonso Villalobos Alva
- Specialization: General surgeon
- 28 years of experience
- Speaks:English, Spanish
- Workplace: Mexico, Guadalajara, Clínica Integral de Cirugía de Obesidad
Dr. Alfonso Villalobos Alva is a general surgeon. He specializes in laparoscopic, bariatric, and robotic surgery. Dr. Villalobos Alva treats conditions like GERD, gallbladder disease, and achalasia. He holds a bariatric surgery specialist certificate valid through 2025.
- Member of the International Federation of Surgery for Obesity.
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
- Trained at Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona and UNAM.
- Served as State Delegate for the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery.
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Qualifications
Alfonso Villalobos Alva is a general surgeon. He specializes in bariatric, robotic, and laparoscopic surgery at Clínica Integral de Cirugía de Obesidad. He holds a Fellowship in the American College of Surgeons and advanced certifications in metabolic surgery. Dr. Villalobos Alva serves as a specialist in Guadalajara. He treats gastrointestinal and weight-loss conditions.
Surgical Specialization
The doctor performs procedures for obesity and metabolic diseases. He uses robotic and laparoscopic techniques to treat conditions like GERD, achalasia, and gallbladder disease. These minimally invasive methods typically result in smaller scars and faster patient recovery. He also treats acute surgical conditions including peritonitis, appendicitis, and various types of hernias. His expertise includes treating reflux esophagitis and acute abdomen.
Clinical Leadership
Dr. Villalobos Alva has held several leadership roles within medical institutions and professional bodies. These positions involve overseeing surgical outcomes and training medical staff. His former leadership roles include:
- State Delegate of the Asociación Mexicana de Cirugía Endoscópica (AMCE)
- Head of Residents during clinical training
- Head of Interns during medical residency
Education and Training
His academic background includes degrees from medical institutions in Mexico and Spain. He completed training in bariatric surgery through international programs. His educational history includes:
- Medical Degree – Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara
- Medical Training – Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona
- Postgraduate Studies – Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)
- Advanced Specialty Training in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery in Mexico and abroad
Professional Memberships
Dr. Villalobos Alva is a member of international and national surgical societies. These organizations set the standards for bariatric and endoscopic care. His affiliations include:
- American College of Surgeons
- International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO)
- Colegio Mexicano de Cirugia de Obesidad y Enfermedades Metabólicas (CMCOEM)
- Asociación Mexicana de Cirugía Endoscópica (AMCE)
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