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Photo of Sergio Verboonen, M.D., F.A.C.S. Sergio Verboonen, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Avenida Revoluci�n # 670 Zona Centro
Tijuana, MX 22000
Phone: (866) 643-2263
Fax: 011526646858723
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As a bariatric surgeon and patient I know all to well, the complex social and physical issues faced by the overweight population. I am empathetic to the plight of my overweight patients. With the introduction of the Lap Band procedure to my practice, I have had the pleasure of helping others reach their elusive weight goals. I applaud you for taking an active role in your health and wish you the best in your journey.

General Information
Percentage of Practice is Bariatrics:  80
Minimum Age for Patients:  11
Maximum Age for Patients:  70
Surgery Types Performed:  RNY (Lap), VBG (Lap), VBG (Open), Lap Band, Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, Revision
Gall Bladder Removal:  Sometimes. Only when gallstone disease is presented

Clinical Experience
Laparoscopic Surgery:  13 Years Experience
Bariatric Surgery:  11 Years Experience
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery:  11 Years Experience
  Planned
Start
Date
 Surgeries Performed To Date  Avg. Currently Done
Per Week
Years Experience
With This Type
O.R. & Hospital Stay Times
Total
Surgeries
Lap-to-Open
Conversion
Avg. O.R. Time (hours/minutes) Avg. Hospital Stay (days)
Roux-en-Y (RNY)
Open   43     11   3
Lap   114 4   7 2 hour(s) 24 minutes 2
Vertical Banded Gastroplasty (VBG)
Open   8       2 hour(s) 0 minutes 1
Lap   40       1 hour(s) 0 minutes 1
LAP-BAND® (LAP)
Open   4       1 hour(s) 30 minutes 1
Lap (Lap Band)   2920 3 14 11 0 hour(s) 20 minutes 1
Revisions
Lap   270 2   11 3 hour(s) 0 minutes  
Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy
    144     2 2 hour(s) 0 minutes 2
Additional Experience:  General Surgery

Education and Training
Medical School:  Universidad Autonana de Mexico – Mexico DF (graduated 1990)
Residency:  Hospital General de Tijauna SSA (finished 1994)

Specialized Training:
Name: Curso de Cirugía Bariatrrics
Date: 1997
Training Covered: Laparoscopy, Bariatric Surgery
 
Name: Association Mexicana de Cirugia Endoscopia
Date: 
Training Covered: Laparoscopy, Bariatric Surgery
 
Name: Lap Band Workshop
Date: 2001
Training Covered: Laparoscopy, Bariatric Surgery
 
Name: Mid Band Workshop
Date: 2001
Training Covered: Laparoscopy, Bariatric Surgery
 
Name: Curso de Cirugía Bariatrrics
Date: 2001
Training Covered: Laparoscopy, Bariatric Surgery
 
Name: Association Mexicana de Cirugía Endoscopia
Date: 1998
Training Covered: Laparoscopy, Bariatric Surgery
 
Name: Lap Band Workshop
Date: 2001
Training Covered: Laparoscopy, Bariatric Surgery
 
Name: Mid Band Workshop
Date: 2001
Training Covered: Laparoscopy, Bariatric Surgery
 
Name: 10th World Congress of IFSO, 2005 Maastricht,
Date: 2005
Training Covered: 
 
Name: V international Advanced Laparoscopic Bariatric
Date: 2005
Training Covered: 
 
Name: Gastrectomía en Manga, curso terorico-practico
Date: 2007
Training Covered: 
 
Hospital Affiliations
ObesityHelp.com members selecting Dr. Verboonen as their surgeon have posted reviews on the following hospitals:
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Hospital Angeles - Tijuana Baja California,

Diplomas and Certificates
Dr. Verboonen has registered the following diplomas and certificates with us:
Certificate- MID, Lap-Band System Workshop
Certificate- Lap-Band System Workshop
Diploma - Medical School
Medical License - Mexico


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