Dr. Fredy Lopez
Dr. Fredy Lopez is a distinguished general and bariatric surgeon renowned for his surgical mastery and high-volume experience. Affectionately known as “The Sleeve King,” Dr. Lopez has built a career defined by precision and versatility, having performed over 10,000 bariatric procedures and 20,000 general surgeries.
Beyond weight loss surgery, he is a highly respected transplant surgeon with a remarkable record in kidney transplantation. His clinical excellence is rooted in his dedication to patient outcomes, combining years of high-stakes surgical experience with a compassionate, results-driven approach focused on long-term success.
About Dr. Fredy Lopez
With over 13 years of specialized surgical experience, Dr. Fredy Lopez has earned a reputation for excellence in complex abdominal and metabolic procedures. His background as a transplant surgeon brings a level of technical skill and anatomical knowledge that few in the bariatric field possess, ensuring the highest standards of safety for his patients.
Dr. Lopez offers a comprehensive range of surgical interventions utilizing modern, high-precision methods. He is a sought-after specialist for international patients seeking accessible, world-class surgical expertise, providing a path toward sustainable health through advanced techniques designed for optimal patient recovery.
Specialty Bariatric Procedures
Kidney Transplant
Minimally Invasive General Surgery
Bariatric and Transplant Surgeon Dr. Fredy Lopez
Dr. Fredy Lopez’s surgical foundation is incredibly robust, spanning general surgery, bariatric medicine, and organ transplantation. He is uniquely qualified in high-complexity cases, including over 60 Whipple procedures for pancreatic and bile duct pathologies, which are surgeries that require an elite level of technical skill rarely found in general practice.
His vast experience includes more than 250 successful kidney transplants, with a documented 100% survival rate for living donor transplants. This deep expertise in life-saving surgery translates directly into his bariatric practice, where he applies the same care to sleeve gastrectomies and complex revisional cases.
Certified General, Bariatric, and Transplant Surgeon
Expertise: Bariatric, Metabolic, and Kidney Transplant Surgery
Medical School: General and Laparoscopic Surgery, Hospital General Tijuana (UABC), and Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (CMCOEM)
Professional License: #7288989
Board-Certified: CMCPER (Mexican Council of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Why Choose Dr. Lopez?
Over 10,000 Successful Procedures
General, Bariatric & Transplant Surgery
Expert in DAVINCI Technology
Background & Memberships
Dr. Fredy Lopez is a board-certified physician specializing in general and bariatric surgery, with advanced credentials in kidney transplantation and the use of cutting-edge surgical platforms. His extensive training through the Universidad Autónoma de México (UNAM) and the Mexican Social Security Institute has positioned him as a leader in his field. Dr. Lopez’s work is meticulously documented in the records of CENATRA (National Transplant Center), reflecting a career built on transparency, ethics, and surgical brilliance. By staying at the forefront of the latest surgical innovations, Dr. Lopez ensures his patients receive modern, effective care designed for rapid recovery and lasting health.
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Schedule with Dr. Lopez
Taking the first step toward bariatric surgery at Hospital Azar® is simple. Just complete our health questionnaire, and Dr. Lopez will personally review your medical history to help determine the safest and most effective option for your weight-loss journey.