1976-1988 PROFESSIONAL: SCHOOL FACULTY OF MEDICINE
AUTONOMOUS UNIVERSITY OF NEW LEON
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE: 1592528
1988-1989 SOCIAL SERVICE: FRANCISCO VILLA URBAN HEALTH CENTER.
STATE OF NEW LEON
1990-1994 POSTGRADUATE GENERAL SURGERY: HOSPITAL JOSE A. MUGUERZA SA DE CV
RECOGNITION OF OFFICIAL VALIDITY GRANTED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF
MONTERREY
FROM THE STATE OF NUEVO LEON
AVE. I. MONTES PRIETO 4500 PTE. CP 66238 SAN PEDRO GARZA NUEVO LEON
1991-1994 LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY: HOSPITAL JOSE A. MUGUERZA SA DE CV
HIDALGO PTE. 2525 CP 6406 MTY NUEVO LEON
SPECIALTY ID: 3278462
2005-2006 AESTHETIC MEDICINE AND ANTI-AGING
IMMAE GUADLAJARA JALISCO AUTONOMOUS UNIVERSITY OF GUADALAJARA
IV.- OTHER STUDIES
MARCH1991 “PHYSIOLOGY OF THE HEART”
MUGUERZA SA HOSPITAL
MARCH 1992 “GENERALITIES OF THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM”
MUGUERZA SA HOSPITAL
MARCH 1992 “ADVANCED CARDIO-PULMONARY RESUSCITATION”
MUGUERZA SA HOSPITAL
MARCH1992 INTERNATIONAL COURSE ON GENERAL SURGERY “COMPLICATIONS
“POST-OPERATIVES”
CINTERMEX MONTERREY FOUNDRY PARK NUEVO LEON
SEPTEMBER 1992 “BASICAL TECHNIQUES FOR THORACIC TRAUMA SURGERY”
“ABDOMINAL AND VASCULAR”
PAN AMERICAN TRAUMA SOCIETY
MAY 1993 SPEAKER: CONGRESS 700 CASES OF CHOLECYSTECTOMY BY
LAPAROSCOPY
II NATIONAL CONGRESS OF LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY IXTAPA GUERRERO
MAY 1994 CERTIFIED BY THE GENERAL SURGERY COUNCIL.
MEDICAL SPECIALISTS HOSPITAL No. 25 IMSS MONTERREY NUEVO LEON
OCTOBER 1997 SPEAKER “FIRST REGIONAL COURSE ON LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY”
PIEDRAS NEGRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE COAHUILA
JANUARY-MARCH 2006 SPEAKER “INTRAHOSPITAL AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OF
“CRITICAL PATIENT” PIEDRAS NEGRAS SPECIALIST CLINIC COAHUILA
AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2006 COURSE “ANTI-AGING AESTHETIC MEDICINE”
INSTITUTE OF AESTHETIC AND ANTI-AGING MEDICINE GUADALAJARA JALISCO
V.- WORK AREA
1994-1995 COAHUILA STATE TEACHING HOSPITAL
GENERAL SURGEON.
1994-2022 CLINIC SPECIALISTS SA
GENERAL SURGEON.
1996-2022 ISSSTE PIEDRAS NEGRAS HOSPITAL CLINIC COAHUILA
GENERAL SURGEON
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I’m Dr. Enrique Pliego Esquivel, a surgeon specializing in bariatric and metabolic surgery with over 8 years of experience transforming lives through advanced surgical solutions. I am proud to be one of the few bariatric surgeons in Mexico who is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). I am also certified by the Mexican Board of Obesity Surgery and the Mexican College of General Surgery.
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Dr Joaquin Ayala del Muro has been a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for 32 years! He is one of a few who have had a Fellowship in Brazil with Ivy Pitancuy and has no deaths or lawsuits in his record. Dr Joaquin Ayala speaks good English, and is widely available to speak with any patient that is interested in coming to Tijuana BC Mexico or Mexicali BC Mexico to get surgery.
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I am a dental surgeon with over five years of experience providing comprehensive and aesthetic dental care. I specialize in oral rehabilitation and general dentistry, focusing on minimally invasive and highly aesthetic techniques. My practice is centered on patient comfort, satisfaction, and achieving long-term oral health outcomes. I am a dedicated professional committed to delivering high-quality, personalized treatments.
• Bachelor’s in Dental Surgery
National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)
• Diploma in Prosthetics and Advanced Aesthetics
IAOP
• Participation in Dental Congresses: Over 10 annual editions of Amic Dental
• General Dentistry: Comprehensive evaluations and preventive and restorative treatments aimed at holistic oral health.
• Oral Rehabilitation: Utilizing minimally invasive and highly aesthetic techniques to restore dental functionality and appearance.
• Preventive Dentistry: Development of programs promoting oral hygiene education and topical applications to reduce the incidence of dental diseases.
• Teeth Whitening and Stain Correction: Procedures to remove stains caused by conditions like fluorosis, ensuring optimal aesthetic results.
• Implant Rehabilitation: Restoring dental implants to achieve functional and aesthetic integration within the patient’s dental arch.
• Dental Extractions: Performing simple and surgical extractions based on case complexity and patient needs.
• Root Canal Treatments: Conducting endodontic procedures to preserve teeth affected by infections or pulp injuries.
• Dental and Periodontal Infection Control: Implementing strict protocols to treat infections in dental and periodontal tissues.
• Participated in two symposiums and a clinical case competition at Universidad de Ixtlahuaca CUI, focusing on the topic of 'Oral Health in Mexican University Students Based on Hygiene Habits and Dental Consultations.'
• Presented on 'Dental Tourism' at the 'Contemporary Dentistry' symposium, exploring the intersections of dentistry and tourism and their implications for modern dental care.
• Over 5 years in dentistry: Began as a dental assistant performing basic procedures like cleanings and whitening. After earning my dental surgeon degree, I started a private practice offering a broad range of general dentistry treatments with a focus on minimally invasive and aesthetic oral rehabilitation.
• Volunteer Work: Collaborated with the Mexican Dental Association Foundation for five years, participating in brigades providing preventive and rehabilitative treatments for children and adults in various communities across central Mexico.
• Current Role: Working at a high-standard dental clinic specializing in aesthetic and rehabilitative dentistry, designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
• Diploma in Prosthetics and Advanced Aesthetics (IAOP)
• Training in Dental Research and Scientific Investigation
• Training in Systemic Disease Prevention and Oral Health Education
• Training in Proper Brushing Techniques and Fluoride Application
• Advanced Modules in Dental Care During Pregnancy, Local Anesthesia, Internal Medicine, and Pharmacology for Infection Management.
• Active member and volunteer at the Mexican Dental Association
• Comprehensive care for patients of all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults.
• Expertise in managing patients with dental anxiety, focusing on aesthetic rehabilitation and promoting healthy oral habits.
• Specialization in minimally invasive aesthetic dental rehabilitation, including veneers and crowns, tailored to individual needs.
• Advanced knowledge of dental technology, such as digital X-rays and 3D scanners, enabling precise diagnostics and efficient treatments.
• Digital X-rays: High-quality imaging with reduced radiation exposure.
• 3D Scanners: Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment planning.
• Dental Lasers: Effective teeth whitening and patient comfort enhancement.
• Volunteered with the Mexican Dental Association Foundation, promoting oral health through preventive treatments and education in underserved communities.
• First place in a poster competition at the International Dentistry Congress in Boca del Río with the topic ‘Biopsy Procedures for Systemically Compromised Patients.’
I actively participate in dental congresses and courses to stay updated with the latest advancements in dentistry. My dedication to lifelong learning ensures the highest quality care for my patients, combining cutting-edge techniques, treatments, and technologies with personalized attention to meet their needs.
• Spanish
• English
Im Dr. Ivan Gerardo Puente I have worked in Los Algodones as a General Dentist with over 10 years of experience since graduating from UABC Mexicali in 2014. Specializing in implantology, I completed a specialty program in Implantology at ILEPEOS in 2023. I have further advanced my skills through specialized courses, including sinus lift procedures and a Straumann Implant seminar in Brazil. Proficient in a wide range of dental procedures, particularly implants, restorations, and oral surgery. Dedicated to providing high-quality care and enhancing patient outcomes through continued education and professional development.
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2010 The American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
2008 Federacion Ibero Latinoamericana de Cirugía Plastica y Reconstructiva.
2008 The Society of Latin American Plastic Surgeons of the United States and Canada.
2006 Asociación Mexicana de Cirugía de Mano. 2007 Asociación Mexicana de Quemaduras, A. C. México.
Dr. Calderón Álvarez-Tostado is a graduate of the Medical Surgeon program at the Universidad Panamericana. He completed his specialty in General Surgery at the General Hospital of Mexico "Dr. Eduardo Liceaga", a nationally renowned center with a high volume of patients. Subsequently, he pursued advanced training in Endoscopic Surgery and Bariatric Surgery at the General Hospital "Dr. Manuel Gea González," an internationally recognized institution for its contributions to minimally invasive surgery. He is an Associate Researcher at the Institute for BioNanotechnology in Applied Medicine at Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, where he also completed clinical rotations in Gastroenterology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He has served as a faculty member at the Universidad Panamericana and as an invited professor at medical conferences in his specialty. He is the author and co-author of numerous medical articles in national and international journals and has presented his work at national and international medical conferences in the specialties of general surgery, endoscopic surgery, and obesity surgery. He is certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery (CMCG) and is a member of the Mexican Association of General Surgery (AMCG), the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery (AMCE), the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO), 1 the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (CMCOEM), Sociedad Médica Dalinde, and the Sociedad Médica Grupo Angeles.