About Dr. Hector Joaquin Perez Corzo

Dr. Hector Joaquin Perez Corzo is a Medical Departures–verified bariatric surgeon based in Cancun, Mexico. A graduate of the University of Miami and practicing laparoscopic bariatric surgery since 1996, he founded his Cancun program in 2006 and welcomes patients from around the world.

The clinic focuses on evidence-based, minimally invasive weight-loss procedures with bilingual support (English/Spanish) and traveler-friendly logistics.

Why book this clinic with Medical Departures?

 

  • Published pricing for key bariatric procedures and typical local duration.
  • Comprehensive menu: gastric sleeve, gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y), adjustable gastric band, gastric plication and revision surgery.
  • Bilingual care, clear pre-op requirements and structured aftercare.
  • Practical amenities (Wi-Fi, water, parking, phone access, wheelchair access) and straightforward access from Cancun International Airport (CUN).

 

Location & Access

 

The practice is in Cancun, Quintana Roo. From CUN, authorized airport taxis or pre-booked shuttles are simplest; in town, rideshares and local taxis are widely used. Typical drives from the airport or Hotel Zone to the clinic area are about 20–35 minutes, traffic permitting. Your Medical Departures itinerary includes the exact address, map pin and pickup/parking notes.

 

  • Treatments offered: gastric sleeve (vertical sleeve gastrectomy), Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, adjustable gastric band (lap band), gastric plication (folding technique), and revision surgery for prior procedures.
  • Languages: English and Spanish.
  • Hours (UTC-06): Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00; Sat–Sun closed.
  • Payments: Visa, Mastercard, cash.
  • Amenities: free Wi-Fi, free drinking water, free parking, free local phone call, wheelchair access.
  • Typical local stay: plan several days for surgery, inpatient monitoring and first follow-ups; your personalized plan will set exact timing.

 

Popular Procedures

 

  • Gastric sleeve: permanently removes a portion of the stomach to reduce hunger and intake.
  • Gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y): creates a small stomach pouch and reroutes the small intestine to limit calories and absorption.
  • Lap band: an adjustable band around the upper stomach to restrict intake; typically reversible.
  • Gastric plication: folds the stomach inward to reduce capacity without removing tissue.
  • Revision surgery: addresses issues after a previous bariatric procedure.

 

Booking & Coordination
 

Request a free quote via Medical Departures. Coordinators confirm candidacy (BMI/health history), required pre-op labs, anesthesia/OR scheduling, inclusions (e.g., hospital nights, ground transfers if offered), payment timelines and your day-by-day plan from arrival to discharge and follow-up.

 

FAQs

 

Which weight-loss surgeries are available?


The clinic offers gastric sleeve, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, adjustable gastric band, gastric plication and revision surgery; protocols are individualized after a full evaluation to match your medical history, BMI and goals.

 

Do they provide warranties or guarantees on outcomes?


Surgical results vary by health profile and adherence, so formal guarantees are uncommon; ask for written policies on complications, revision windows, what follow-ups are included and how aftercare is coordinated if you return home, and remember Medical Departures adds platform support and a Best Price Guarantee on listed services.

 

Where is the clinic and how do I get there?
 

It’s in Cancun, Quintana Roo—about 20–35 minutes from Cancun International Airport (CUN) and 15–35 minutes from most Hotel Zone or downtown hotels; use an authorized airport taxi or pre-booked shuttle from CUN, and rideshares or local taxis in town (your itinerary includes the exact meeting point and parking details).

 

What languages are spoken?


Consults, consent and post-op instructions are provided in English and Spanish; let your coordinator know if you need additional interpretation or translated paperwork.

 

What payment types are accepted?


Visa, Mastercard and cash are accepted; confirm any processing or foreign-exchange fees, deposit/balance dates and whether bank transfer is available before you travel.

 

What are the clinic hours and how long should I plan to stay locally?


Hours are Monday–Friday 09:00–18:00 (UTC-06), closed weekends; most patients remain several days in Cancun for surgery, observation and first follow-ups, with exact length based on your procedure and recovery milestones.

 

Who is Dr. Perez and what are his credentials?


Dr. Hector Joaquin Perez Corzo trained in Miami, has performed laparoscopic bariatric surgery since 1996 and maintains memberships with leading national and international bariatric and surgical societies; he leads a bilingual team focused on safe, minimally invasive care and structured aftercare.


Prices and Procedures

1. Weight Loss Surgery
ProcedurePriceDuration
Bariatric Surgery
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Additional Notes



Gastric Bypass: or weight loss is achieved by resecting and re-routing the small intestines to a small stomach pouch.yhis causes restriction plus malabsortion

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Catherine

April 2016

Dr. Hector Perez is the best in my book. The staff was caring and attentive. I have lost 116 lbs in 1 year. My health issues are gone.

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Catherine

April 2016

Dr. Hector Perez is the best in my book. The staff was caring and attentive. I have lost 116 lbs in 1 year. My health issues are gone.

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Doctors

Hector Joaquin Perez Corzo
Hector Joaquin Perez Corzo
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language iconLanguage Spoken:
  • English
  • Spanish
association iconAssociations:
  • Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
  • Certified by Board of General Surgery
  • Certified by Board of Mexican association of Obesity surgery and Metabolic Disorders
  • Member of Mexican Association of General Surgery
  • Member of Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery
  • Member of Latin American Association of Endoscopic Surgery
  • Member of Mexican Association of Obesity surgery
education iconEducation:
  • Graduate Medical School of General Medicine
  • Graduated with Honors Obtaining the Title of General Surgeon

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Free Wifi
Free Wifi
Free Water
Free Water
Free Parking
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Free Phone Call
Free Phone Call
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair Accessible

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Operation Hours UTC-06

MONDAY 09:00 - 18:00
TUESDAY 09:00 - 18:00
WEDNESDAY 09:00 - 18:00
THURSDAY 09:00 - 18:00
FRIDAY 09:00 - 18:00
SATURDAY -
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