Gastric Bypass

The gastric bypass, also known as the Roux-en-Y, is one of the most established weight loss surgeries - performed for decades and known for strong, lasting results along with improvement in many weight-related health conditions. The surgeon creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes part of the small intestine to it. You eat less because the pouch is small, and your body absorbs fewer calories because food bypasses part of the digestive tract. Together, that helps you feel full sooner and stay satisfied longer.

The bypass is often recommended for patients with a higher BMI, and especially for people who struggle with acid reflux or heartburn - it tends to relieve reflux as well as drive weight loss, doing two jobs at once. It is also a strong option if you have not reached your goals with other approaches. Lasting results come from pairing the surgery with good nutrition and long-term lifestyle changes.




Right now we are offering the Gastric Bypass Package with the following providers:



  • Dr. Mario Almanza offers the Gastric Bypass procedure for $6,499 as well as the Mini Gastric Bypass for $4,999 in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico at Centro Medico Bariatrico. There are some discount programs available with this provider as well, to help get the price a bit lower. Please inquire for details.



  • Dr. Galileo Villarreal offers the Gastric Bypass surgery starting at $7,399 as well as the Mini Gastric Bypass starting at $6,399 in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico at Hospital Mexico Americano. There is a discount program available with this provider as well, to help get the price a bit lower. Please inquire for details.




  • Dr. Felipe Cantu offers the Gastric Bypass surgery in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico for $8,899 as well as the Mini Gastric Bypass for $7,899 at Christus Muguerza Hospital




  • Dr. Bernie Hanna offers the Gastric Bypass surgery at North Vista Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada for $17,400.


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Who is a good candidate?

The gastric bypass is generally considered for adults with a BMI of 40 or higher, or 35 or higher with a weight-related condition such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or acid reflux. Because it both restricts intake and changes how calories are absorbed, it is often recommended when reflux is part of the picture, or for higher starting weights. A provider reviews your health history and your goals to decide whether the bypass is the right fit for you.

Recovery and aftercare

The bypass is performed through a few small incisions, and many patients are back to everyday life within a couple of weeks. You will follow a staged diet that begins with liquids and progresses to solid foods, take the vitamins your team recommends, and learn to eat in a way that lets nutrients absorb well now that part of the tract is bypassed. Following your aftercare plan closely is what keeps recovery smooth and protects your results.

What it costs

Your gastric bypass is offered as a single all-inclusive package, paid directly, with no insurance required and financing available. Bundling your surgeon, facility, and aftercare into one up-front price means no surprise bills later. Your exact price depends on the provider and the details of your plan.

Getting Started

Getting started is simple. Create a free account and complete a short medical questionnaire, or call our team and we will walk you through it. A provider reviews your information to see whether the gastric bypass is a good fit, and if you are approved, we help you plan and schedule the next steps.

We are here to guide the education, coordination, and communication from your first question all the way through recovery, so you can make confident, informed decisions about your care.

Gastric Bypass Patient Testimonials

feeling good (04/24/2026)

Hi everyone,
My surgery was only a week and a half ago but I just want to come on here and say that even though the team in Mexico spoke very little english and we were in a foreign country, the team did a wonderful job. I am amazed at how fast I am healing and how great I already feel. The weigh ... * read more.

Take the time for mental health! (02/06/2023)

First off, the surgery went great, and Dr Almanza and the whole team at the hospital are outstanding!

I want to highlight something that the psychologist at the hospital told me - it is just as important to look after your mental health post op as it is to follow your diet post op! It will be tough ... * read more.

The change (11/29/2022)

The first 3 months are hard but this weightloss has changed everything about me. I feel so good and have little to no pain with anything I do physically and I am a much happier person mentally. FOLLOW THE RULES AND DR. ALAMANZA will make your life GREAT. ... * read more.

New me for me (06/28/2022)

I went in weighing 369 lbs. within the first 6 months I dropped 100lbs. I try to walk/work out at least 3 times a week. An relearning to eat an drink is probably my biggest challenge! Over all I feel 100% happier ... * read more.

Cambio total (06/24/2022)

E perdido m s de 100 libras,la d abetes se a ido,la hipertensi n,la tiroides est totalmente bajo control y ya no tomo medicamentos para nada de eso,dorm a ahogandome por la apnea del sueño que desapareci por completo,duermo bien,corro,salto,me siento mil veces mejor y les tengo una sorpresa,los m ... * read more.

My experience. (03/31/2022)

Weight Loss Agents and Dr. Almanza's team were professional and caring. The program they have created is easy and convenient for bariatric surgery. The Weight Loss Agents communication and process are excellent. All inclusive, one price, no haggling with insurance. Everything regarding transportatio ... * read more.

Convenient and safe. (03/28/2022)

I had a gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Almanza's group in 2016. I have been so pleased with the resulting weight loss and increased self esteem since that time. The whole process from requesting information, transportation, accomodations, to the completion of the surgery and follow up is incredibly ... * read more.

Fantastic jurney (07/10/2021)

Truly believe one of the things you should know about having this surgery is what to expect I have done my research for 4 year..so I pretty much knew coming into the surgery what to expect but to be honest it went above and beyond the staff the nurses the doctor the facility itself was a fantastic j ... * read more.

A good night sleep (05/30/2021)

I am one week. Before surgery I was suffering terribly with acid reflux and gerd disease immediately after my surgery the acid reflux was gone I was able to sleep on my right side without choking and coughing my chronic cough just disappeared my acid reflux is gone I am so thankful so grateful and I ... * read more.

God is Good (03/15/2021)

Before surgery I was 475 pounds today I weigh 333 pounds I had diabetes high blood pressure high Cholesterol now today no diabetes, no high blood pressure and no high cholesterol and I am not on any prescribed medication ... * read more.

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