Go Light Bariatrics, LLC - Facilitating Weight Loss Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico Since 2014 - Hayward, California

Marie O.

From the moment I began my bariatric journey, the team at Go Light Bariatric provided exceptional care, guidance, support and in my opinion First Class and VIP treatment. Dr. Cynthia Hernandez and her team took the time to thoroughly explain the procedure, answer all my questions and ensure I felt confident in my decision. The support from Dr. H, Patient Coordinator Irene, Nutritionist Naomi, the nurses and staff have been a blessing while I navigate this new chapter with confidence. Thank you to the drivers, Isidro, Abraham, and Javier who took great care of me from the moment I landed to San Diego, crossing the border and returned from Mexico safely. To Irene, I want to say a special Thank You, for being a great communicator and making this process a successful and stress free experience, I appreciated your support during this journey. Choosing this team for my surgery was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I highly recommend Go Light Bariatric to anyone considering this life changing step.

Claire R.

What an experience! This team knows what they are doing. From the first encounter to the consultation through to surgery and finally post op support. They are amazing. The facility is gorgeous, clean, state of the art and new. You’re never alone, the coordinators are always there to help and they are not over worked and are very eager to help. The doctors are amazing. I can’t say enough great things about this company and its employees. If you’re on the fence, do it!

Marilyn F.

The most amazing people; so kind and caring. I felt like they had my best interest at heart all the time. Communication was clear and effective. Moving around from the hospital to the facilities were great, with amazing drivers - so friendly and helpful. I never felt that I needed anything more that what was already provided for me. My family loved staying at the hotel. 5 star accommodation. Everything went so smooth.

Sabrina F.

If you are looking for a great caring team to help you take your health back - I strongly recommend Go Light! From the moment I sent in my question to the moment I flew home I felt cared about and cared for. My coordinator answered every question I could think of - my surgeon and nutritionist did the same on the multiple calls before surgery. If you are ready reach out!
Hotel is beautiful hospitality out of this world hospital so clean and comfortable and nursing staff so caring and understanding. My advice is do it make the call!!

Ashley H.

I just had my bypass surgery a almost two weeks ago and I can't thank the go light team enough! The whole crew is was fantastic and I highly recommend them if you're on the fence. The drivers were on time and kind, efficient, the medical staff and all the facilitators who assisted us were helpful. I felt very safe and secure the whole time. The hardest person to convince was myself but I felt very at ease during the whole process. I'd do it again but I hope I don't have to lol.

Eli T.

Very very satisfied with the care and support before and during my time in Tijuana. Go light coordinators were always available 24/7 and the staff at the hotel were amazing.
The nurses at LIMARP were also very caring and helpful.
One minor thing that happened was a nurse accidently gave one of my Enoxaparin blood thinner injections to another patient called Shannon. Eduardo was very apologetic about this and I assured him I did not need to be reimbursed for the injection as I had enough to get me home.

Eduardo was amazing-o e of our fav coordinators for Go light. Hector also is an amazing person whom we are very blessed to have met.
Dr Z was wonderful and always available if I had questions. I felt very confident in the procedure and in Dr Z's hands. I will be highly recommending GO light and Dr Z to my family and friends.
Thank you for giving me more years of life with my family. I feel great 9 days post op.
Sincerely,
Kimberly Williams

Mariana C.

I had the best experience I could have hoped for with Dr. Zavalaza and the Go Light Bariatric Team. From the first inquiry up until now (post-op) I only have positive things to say about them. The communication with Irene the coordinator was extraordinary and the attention I received in the hospital was excellent, I felt I was in a 5 star hospital with around the clock care. Im now 3 days post post and feeling good. Best decision I’ve ever made.

KKR B.

The most amazing, easy, all inclusive, best priced experience for getting bariatric surgery in Mexico!

I just had my surgery with Dr. Zavalza and the Go Light Bariatric team 2 weeks ago. I had been nervous to travel to Mexico but it was so easy.

My insurance in the USA excludes bariatric surgery and it was $24k. I had heard of people going to MX and I joined Dr Z FB group and saw it was $4,300 and included everything but plane ride. No catch.

I decided on surgery just a month before I had it. I submitted a request for consult on the website and was emailed paperwork and times and picked one a few days away.

Dr. Z called me on FB video chat and he went over my history, my goals, my meds, and asked if I had any questions.

I was told I’d be a great candidate and Irene emailed me all the info I needed and I picked a date.

They provided all the information. It was such a breath of fresh air. From what to expect, how to travel, what to pack, and tips and tricks for going to Mexico.

They allow you to bring a companion and so I brought my best friend. We flew out Tuesday and came home on Saturday. Their package includes everything for me and my companion except for her food. It included all my food at the hospital and hotel (it was even room service at the hotel), my rides to and from everywhere, an English speaking translator every step of the way, someone that always stayed with us, all our pre op tests, unlimited post op consults for 2 years, curbside pick up and drop off at the airport in San Diego-everything!!

I flew out Tuesday. I got a text from my driver to let him know when I landed and he was there waiting. He picked us up and took us straight across the border. We were taken to the Marriott hotel where the parking lot has someone guarding the only entrance and people at the front doors too so it was very safe. I never opened a car door of lifted my luggage the whole time. The bellhops would run to my car to help. I did bring lots of small American dollars to tip my drivers, bell hops, etc.

We checked into the hotel and the 3 of us having surgery the next day left our our testing.

First stop was a CT scan. It was quick and our driver stayed with us.

Next to CIBA hospital. It’s a little funny that it’s attached to a grocery store but it is nice because your companion can go get food. Your companion is also never left alone. Someone from Go Light will go with them and help them translate menus, and just so they aren’t alone. There is also a Walmart not too far away that you can ask for a ride to or take an Uber, or you can order Uber Eats to the hotel.

At the hospital we had our blood work and EKG and then given protein shakes and jello and a stuffed animal stomach.

You head back to the hotel and can swim or rest. There is no Netflix at the hotel but there is WiFi.

The next morning we checked out of our hotel and driven to the hospital. Got our room with 2 beds, got my IV started, and waited for my turn. There is Netflix at the hospital which was nice.

Surgery was a breeze. A little pain when I woke up but not bad. Walking helps the gas. You swish ice in your mouth since you can’t drink and sleep a lot.

The leak test is the next morning and then you can have juice and popsicles. I stayed 2 nights in the hospital. You use WhatsApp to ask for drinks and they stayed on top of my meds.

After 2 nights in the hospital we checked out and taken back to the hotel for one night. Our driver offered to take us shopping for gifts and go to the pharmacy to bring meds home and I felt good enough to walk and shop.

Saturday morning we were driven across the border early in the medical lane and just needed my birth cert and license. It was painless. I asked for a wheelchair at the airport and was helped through security and only an hour before getting on the plane and we got on first.

I’m 11 days out today. I feel great. No issues with food or drink. My incisions look great.

I would absolutely do it again!