Enrique Pliego Esquivel

Dr. Enrique Pliego Esquivel is a specialist in bariatric and metabolic surgery. He is one of the few surgeons in Mexico to hold membership in the ASMBS. Dr. Pliego Esquivel provides surgical solutions for obesity and metabolic conditions.

Specialization & Approach

The specialist focuses on metabolic surgery and obesity care. He treats patients with obesity-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension. The doctor also treats complications arising from previous weight loss operations.

His gastrointestinal practice includes treating gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis. Dr. Pliego Esquivel follows a personalized path for every case to achieve long-term success. He maintains communication with patients throughout their treatment journey.

Procedures Performed

• Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
• Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
• Biliopancreatic diversion
• Stomach resection and stapling
• Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux (GERD) surgery — a procedure that strengthens the valve between the esophagus and stomach
• Hiatal, inguinal, and umbilical hernia repair
• Laparoscopic gallbladder and appendix removal
• Post-bariatric plastic surgery

Professional Achievements

Dr. Pliego Esquivel is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). This distinction signals a high level of surgical education and practice standards. He is also certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery.

Work Experience

• Lead Surgeon at Dr. Enrique Pliego Private Practice (Riviera Surgeons), Cancún, Mexico
• Specialist in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery since 2016

Memberships

• American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS)
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery
• Mexican College of General Surgery