Am I a candidate for bariatric surgery?

Most candidates have a BMI of 35+ with an obesity-related condition, or a BMI of 40+ regardless of other conditions.

What does the all-inclusive package include?

Surgeon fees, hospital stay, pre-op labs, airport transport, hotel accommodation, meals, and a dedicated coordinator throughout.

Is bariatric surgery in Tijuana safe?

Yes. All procedures are performed at a fully accredited hospital by a board-certified team, with a 4.9-star safety record across 220+ verified reviews.

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Your Bariatric Surgery Patient Process

A simple, fully guided route from consultation to surgery, with a dedicated coordinator supporting approval, scheduling, preparation, travel, and recovery.

Get Approved — Your Journey Begins

Complete the health questionnaire so our team can understand your goals and history.

Identify the procedure that best fits your goals
A surgeon reviews your medical history
A coordinator calls to explain the next steps

Pick Your Date — Your Dream, Scheduled

Once approved, we help you lock in timing and prepare for travel.

Receive pre-operative diet and preparation instructions
Receive travel and hotel information
Follow a customized, step-by-step timeline

Pay Deposit & Prepare — You’re Almost There

Finalize required documents and travel details before surgery week.

Submit documents 15 days before surgery
Payment proof, consent forms, flight details, ID, and emergency contacts
Travel-partner arrangements can also be coordinated

Typical Journey

A 4-day overview

Day 1 — ArrivalArrive at San Diego International Airport, meet your driver, complete labs/EKG, and check into your prepaid hotel.

Day 2 — SurgeryHotel pickup, meet the surgical team, undergo surgery, and recover in a private monitored room.

Day 3 — RecoveryGuided light walking, clinical checks, medication instructions, and possible return home after 1:00 p.m. PST.

Day 4 — SupportContinue post-surgery support, including the selfkindness.ca program with code LIGHTERDREAM when applicable.

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Call (877) 665-8144 or book online.

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