Guillermo Alvarez Bariatric Surgeon MD

Everything I read about him was true and my impression of him only improved the more time we spent with him. Future patients should know that his intentions for you are only for the best. His aftercare is straightforward and easy to understand. He stresses to contact him with any questions or concerns after the surgery no matter how insignificant your questions might seem to be. He wants to know that everything is OK. In his aftercare instructions he relays that following the liquid diet is imperative to avoid risks and to achieve your goals. His bedside manner is is just as superb as his competence as a surgeon.

What I would like to say, that every one of Dr. A's patient's also says, is that he & his team are awesome. I must emphasize it is a family atmosphere in this hospital, and not ever do you feel \"not cared for\" in any way.rnIf you are considering VSG...look no further than Dr. A. because he is the best in Mexico!rnNo problems with pain, communication, or travel to & from. You will feel pampered from the minute you get picked up in SAT and thats how it stays until you leave SAT for home!rnGod Bless you & your family of helpers Dr.A!

I just returned home yesterday from surgery with Dr. Alvarez and I feel wonderful. In fact, it's hard to believe I had surgery at all (but I know I did because I've seen my tiny little stomach on x-ray!). Dr. Alvarez and his entire staff are just the BEST. All of them are genuinely warm and caring people who are quick to respond to your needs. Dr. Alvarez is wonderful – technically very skilled, informative, warm, funny, and very down to earth, as is Dr. Gabe. Christina is the wonderful day nurse and she speaks great English. The night nurses do not speak much English, but they try very hard to communicate and are all very sweet. Rosy, the van driver, is funny and warm and marvelously reassuring. Susan is an outstanding coordinator. She always answered my e-mail questions or phone calls right away, and I felt like she truly knew what it was like to be in my shoes. If I could, I'd pack them all up and move their practice to the States to show doctors here how good surgical care can be.

Dr. Alvarez was the best! I have had no issues at all. 4 Days out from VSG and feel great. I have no problems swollowing and no pain. Surgery was a piece of cake.

Dr. Alvarez was a very upbeat energetic man who seemed excited for me to be getting this surgery. He never once seemed irritated at my questions or concerns - always ready to help in anyway. In fact, the phone was ringing as I was settling in and he answered the phone and tells me \"Susan, you have a phone call\". How many US Docs would do that? The office staff was just as kind and upbeat as he was - always ready to do whatever we needed to make things comfortable. Dr. Alvarez came to see me at least 4 times the first day. I have Restless Legg Syndrome and when I came out of surgery my legs started bothering me. My friend emailed him and within minutes I had meds. to take care of the situation. Dr. Alvarez has a full list of do's and don'ts after surgery as to what to eat and when to excercise etc. I was informed pre-op of all the risks of my surgery. The friend that went with me read over the web site and even commented that they have covered it all! She happens to be a Nurse Practioner and was just as impressed by Dr. Alvarez and his team as I was. She even said she wished she could have the surgery as well. I think Dr. Alvarez's bedside manner is outstanding but I felt completley confident with his ability as a surgeon.

My first impression of Dr. Alvarez was how sweet and kind he was. Dr. A is everything someone would want in a Bariatric surgeon. I was very pleased that anytime I sent an email to his office Susan responded immediately. His staff was just as kind and sweet as he was. The nurses were very prompt and were there very often checking on me. The facility was a bit old fashioned but as far that's concerned It was very clean and nice. The rooms were pretty big, some rooms even had computer and Internet I believe all you had to do was ask for them in advance and they were given if they were available. I cant complain at all about my experience with Dr. Alvarez he was very warm and I felt nothing but positive energy around him. He checked on me often as did one of his colleagues. Both Dr. A and his Colleague came and explained everything to us as far as aftercare, diet, and medication. He then walked us to the van and said his goodbyes. I would rate Dr. Alvarez a 10/10, there are not complaints at all from me. If there was anything bad about my experience I would say the drive back to San Antonio the roads are very rough and being in the big van made it that much more jumpy so it was a little painful but if you had a pillow to hold against your stomach i'm sure you would be fine. Also Rosy the driver was very sweet and kind it made the ride more enjoyable. I would recommend Dr. Alvarez to anyone considering Bariatric surgery. rn

Dr. Alvarez was friendly and answered all of my questions thoroughly. The hospital was clean. We requested a room that had internet so my best friend could check his work email, so be sure to ask for this especially before you go. His staff is extremely responsive to any questions before and after the surgery. Dr. Alvarez replied to my emails within a couple hours of sending them - you wouldn't get a doctor in the states doing that. He has great bedside manner and surgical technique. I was back at work within 4 days (but I could have gone back earlier). Be sure to bring something interesting to read, listen to, or watch on the boring 2 hour ride from San Antonio to Piedras Negras, because it is one of the least attractive stretches of road anywhere :) I recommend Dr. Alvarez wholeheartedly!

I have not met the surgeon yet but have had contact with his secretary/nurse, Susan, and she has been absolutely fantastic. Most of my e-mails's and questions have been answered within an hour, and it has never taken her more than 24 hours to reply. I was nervous at first about looking into a Dr. outside of the US but she has made the process so easy and has really set my mind at ease! They have sent me a lot of information by e-mail and also a book about my procedure describing in detail what I need to do pre-op, what will happen during surgery, and also what needs to happen post-op to be successful. The packet also describes risks associated with surgery and other helpful information. So far I am very satisfied with the center I have chosen!

Dr. Alvarez and his staff were absolutely amazing!!! I had some pain the first day, and they did what they could to make me comfortable. They answered any questions I had, and were just all around awesome!!!

My first impression? I was impressed. I had e-mailed a question and was responded to almost immediately. Susan, DR Alvarez's coordinator, was on the ball. She got things handled quickly and efficiently. My next impression was of Rosie the shuttle driver. She was so nice and I felt already that I was in good hands. After picking us up from the airport we drove to a hotel on the U.S. side of the border and she checked us in. The next morning she picked us up early and took us to Dr Alvarez. The drive took maybe 20 minutes at most and was uneventful. I've been to MX many times so I was not too worried. When I met Dr A. what can I say that hasn't already been said. He is the complete package that all doctors should be. He has an easy going manner that put me right at ease. He was professional but not arrogant. I felt absolutely comfortable talking to him. I felt confident with his skills as a surgeon after reading so many testimonials. And doing all my research. He is a talented and gifted surgeon. All my questions were answered before surgery and I was very calm going in knowing I was in capable hands. I had a nice room/suite. The nurses were attentive and competent. The English speaking nurse was sweet and compassionate and put me at ease.I had very little pain after wards and I barely felt I had a surgery. It has been totally worth it. I'm losing consistently and feeling better and better mentally and physically. I would go to Dr Alvarez again without hesitation. I feel surgical competence and bedside manner are both equally important. Dr. A has it all. On a scale of 1 to 10 he is a 10+.rnThank you Dr Alvarez and the Endobariatric staff for giving me my quality of life back.