Best Doctors in Tijuana, Mexico — TOP 27

Dr. Eduardo Martinez has performed thousands of dental implant procedures at Teethsavers Dental Clinic. He is an oral surgeon specializing in cosmetic, restorative, and surgical dentistry. Dr. Martinez is a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. He practices at Teethsavers, an ADM-accredited facility five minutes from the US border.

• Holds Fellowship, Mastership, and Diplomate status at the International Dental Implant Association.
• Winner of the “Best of the Best” Award in Prosthodontics at Nova Southeastern University.
• Completed surgical and prosthetic programs at the Misch International Implant Institute.
• Uses zirconia and metal-free crowns to perform full-arch rehabilitations on four implants.

Dr. Moises Irazoqui is a periodontist and implant specialist with 11 years of clinical experience. He focuses on gum surgery and dental implants. He works to prevent, diagnose, and treat periodontal diseases. Dr. Irazoqui has performed hundreds of advanced procedures. His work has improved patient oral health and appearance.

He holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. He is known for his skills in implantology and has high patient satisfaction rates. Dr. Irazoqui follows the latest standards and techniques in periodontics and dental implantology.

Dr. Ariel Ortiz Largadere is a bariatric and metabolic surgeon. He founded Hospital CYNTAR in Tijuana. The hospital focuses on advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgery and care for international patients. He leads the Obesity Control Center for bariatric and metabolic surgery. He also leads the Ariel Center for cosmetic and aesthetic surgery.

He directs the Academy of Surgical Innovation. He trains surgeons in minimally invasive and robotic surgery across Latin America. Through IIMM and UC San Diego (UCSD), he advances research and guideline-based, high-volume care. A UCSD collaboration analyzed 19,801 bariatric procedures over 20 years. It reported 1.2% morbidity and zero mortality.

He contributes to global surgical education through the International Bariatric Club. He develops cross-border healthcare systems that link clinical care, technology, education, research, and global access.

Dr. Arturo Martínez is a general surgeon trained at Centro Médico Nacional de Especialidades “La Raza” (IMSS). The program is recognized by UNAM. He has 20 years of experience in weight-loss surgery. He is board certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery and the Mexican College of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery. He also holds the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) designation of Surgeon of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery.

He completed postgraduate training in Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery at Hospital Ramón y Cajal in Madrid. Since 2001, he has been affiliated with the Obesity Control Center (Cyntar). He is an assistant professor at UABC. He is also a conference speaker and a published author. He has taken part in live surgeries at international bariatric congresses.

Dr. Hector Acosta is the Chief Anesthesiologist at OCC. He is certified by the Mexican Council of Anesthesiologists. He completed his residency in anesthesiology at the Autonomous University of Baja California General Hospital.

He has over 19 years of clinical practice. He leads anesthesia services in a busy surgical setting. He oversees patient safety and improves perioperative care. He manages a multidisciplinary team to keep operations smooth. He has worked at OCC since 2007 and supports the center’s weight-loss surgery program.

Dr. Joaquin Ayala is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Alice Beauty Clinic in Tijuana. He specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery for post-bariatric patients. Dr. Ayala trained at the Ivo Pitanguy Clinic in Brazil. This center is world-renowned for developing modern plastic surgery techniques.

• Performs body contouring procedures including body, tummy, thigh, and arm lifts.
• Registered member of the Mexican Council of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Co-founded the Baja California Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive College.
• Maintains a low daily patient volume to ensure individualized care.

Dr. David Salazar is a dentist at Quality International Dental Clinic in Tijuana. He specializes in regenerative periodontal surgery and implantology. Dr. Salazar earned his degree from the Universidad Autónoma De Baja California. He also completed training as a general oral surgeon.

• Performs complex restorations including All-on-4 and All-on-6 dental implants.
• Expertise in periodontal surgery and gum treatments.
• Provides cosmetic solutions such as porcelain veneers and tooth whitening.
• Works at a clinic primarily serving patients from the USA and Canada.

Dr. A Gonzalez is an oral surgeon at Smile 4 Ever Mexico in Tijuana. He is a dental surgeon and an international educator in oral surgery. Dr. Gonzalez graduated with honors from the Mexican Center of Specialists. He focuses on complex restorative and implant dentistry.

• Performs All-on-4, All-on-6, and zirconia dental implant procedures.
• Provides bone grafting and immediate denture installations.
• Trained at Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry.
• Works at an ADM-accredited center with a 95% success rate for implants.

Dr. T R Cooper is an oral rehabilitation specialist and surgeon at Smile 4 Ever Mexico in Tijuana. She graduated with honors from the Faculty of Stomatology, U.A.S.L.P. Dr. Cooper focuses on complex cosmetic restorations and prosthetic treatments. She works at a center accredited by the Asociación Dental Mexicana.

• Holds TKT certification from Cambridge University.
• Received a specialized Bichectomies Certificate for facial aesthetic procedures.
• Performs All-on-4 dental implants and immediate load restorations.
• Installs custom porcelain veneers, lumineers, and dental bridges.

Dr. Omar Luna is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Muela Dental Tijuana. He is a pioneer in surgical migraine relief. He was among the first surgeons to perform these procedures in the United States. Dr. Luna holds European Board Certification in Plastic Surgery (EBOPRAS).

• Sits on the International Society of Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Maintains membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgery.
• Completed a residency at Acibadem University Faculty of Medicine.
• Works at a clinic accredited by the Asociación Dental Mexicana.

Dr. Liza Maria Pompa Gonzalez is a skilled surgeon with expertise in general and bariatric surgery. She is a certified member of the Mexican Council of Surgery and has renewed her certification several times. Dr. Pompa holds credentials in both general and bariatric surgery. She is also certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association.

Dr. Pompa is a member of the Mexican Association of General Surgery and the Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Internationally, she belongs to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the International Bariatric Club, the International Federation for Obesity, and the French Society of Digestive Surgery. She is also a member of the Harvard Alumni Association. Dr. Pompa often attends and speaks at major medical conferences, helping to advance her field.

The doctor is a highly-trained dentist with over 20 years of experience specializing in general dentistry and endodontics. She is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Association of Endodontists. Her practice focuses on providing comprehensive, patient-centered care, utilizing the latest technology and techniques.

Dr. Arturo Munoz Meza is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Tijuana, Mexico. He serves as the Program Director of the Plastic Surgery Department at Hospital del Prado. Dr. Meza is a recognized expert in rhinoplasty and facial rejuvenation. He holds a subspecialty in plastic surgery after weight loss.

• Founder and Chief Specialist at the Arturo Munoz Meza Plastic Surgery Center.
• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
• Belongs to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).
• Specializes in mommy makeovers, body contouring, and reconstructive procedures.

Dr. Maria Luisa Ramirez is a board-certified specialist in endocrinology and internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (INTEC) in 2004. She has expertise in treating complex endocrine disorders such as diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, thyroid cancer, and lipoid metabolism disorders.

Dr. Ramirez has treated more than 2,000 patients with endocrine and metabolic conditions. Her patients report high satisfaction rates. She is accredited by leading medical boards. Dr. Ramirez is known for her evidence-based care and dedication to improving endocrine health in her community.