Juan Pedro Fernandez Robles, MD, FACS
- Experience: 12+ Years
- Surgeries: 6,000+
Tijuana Bariatrics is honored to coordinate care with Dr. Juan Pedro Fernandez Robles, a renowned bariatric surgeon who represents the pinnacle of surgical safety and expertise. As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) with over 6,000 successful procedures, Dr. Fernandez offers our patients U.S.-standard medical care combined with genuine human compassion.
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Meet Dr. Juan Pedro Fernandez
"It’s not a job, it’s the art of helping."
For Dr. Fernandez, medicine is a calling. He distinguishes himself by fostering profound connections with his patients, understanding that surgery is a life-changing journey. Through Tijuana Bariatrics, he provides a supportive environment where trust and assurance are prioritized from the first consultation to your final post-op checkup.
As one patient recently shared: “Dr. Juan Pedro Fernández and his team are simply incredible! His kindness and compassion radiate… I’m truly grateful to have him as my bariatric surgeon.”
Quick Medical Stats
Volume: 6,000+ Bariatric Surgeries (Performed and Assisted).
Top Credential: Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
Experience: Specialized in since 2012.
Languages: Fluent English & Spanish (Institutional TOEFL Score 610).
Surgical Expertise
Minimally Invasive Excellence
Dr. Fernandez specializes in advanced laparoscopic surgery, a minimally invasive technique that ensures faster recovery and reduced risks. His expertise allows Tijuana Bariatrics to offer safe solutions for complex cases.
His specialized procedures include:
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Education & Advanced Training
A Foundation of Academic Prestige
Dr. Fernandez’s authority is built on rigorous training at some of Mexico’s most respected medical institutions.
Medical Degree
Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara
August 2001 – June 2007
Specialty & Residency
General Surgery: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) & Hospital General del Estado de Sonora (2010 – 2013).
Sub-Specialty Training
Advanced Laparoscopy & Bariatrics: Completed specialized fellowship training at Hospital Angeles Tijuana (2015 – 2016).
International Rotation: Endocrinology and Nutrition at Universidad de Navarra, Spain (2004).
Validated by the Highest Medical Boards
Dr. Fernandez holds the industry’s most respected credentials, ensuring that Tijuana Bariatrics patients are in expert hands.
FACS
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (A distinction of superior professional standards).
IFSO
Member of the International Federation for Surgery in Obesity.
CMCG
Board Certified by the Mexican Council of General Surgery.
AMCE
Member of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery.
CMCOEM
Member of the Mexican College of Obesity Surgery and Metabolic Diseases.
Medical Experience
License: 5529040
Specialty License: 8025464
Pregrade Rotatory Internship—Centro Médico “Dr. Ignacio Chávez” ISSSTESON
August 2005 – July 2006
Undergraduate Internal Medicine
Social Service—Centro de Salud Rural Bahía De Kino SSA
August 2006 – July 2007
Social Service Physician Intern
General Medicine Practice—Secreatriade Centro de Salud Rural Bahía De Kino
October 2007 – April 2008
Contract General Physician
Coorin Estatal de Telemedicna—Secretaria de Salud Sonoran
April 2008 – July 2008
State Program Coordinator
Comision de Salu Fronteriza—Comision Binacional de Salud Fronteriza
July 2008 – October 2008
Head of Office Headquarters, Nogales, Sonora
Government Health Program Director—Dirección General de Servicios de Saludala Persona – SSA
October 2008 – February 2009
Operational Director of the Health Caravans Program
Surgery Residence (Post-Graduate)—Universidad Nacional Automade Mexico
March 2009 – February 2010 General Hospital CD. Obregon
March 2010 – February 2013 Hospital General Del Estado de Sonora “Dr. Ernesto Ramos”
Sub Specialty in Bariatrics and Metabolic Surgery (Post Graduate)—Hospital Angeles Tijuana. Director Dr. Juan Anonio Lopez Covala. Coordinator Dr. Fernando Guzman Coordero.
March 2015 – February 2016
Advanced Laparoscopy and Bariatrics Course
Institutional Surgical Practice
Centro Medico Dr Ignacio Chavez—ISSSTESON Hermosillo Sonora
February 2013 – March 2015
IMSS Clinica 14 y Clinica 2—IMSS Hermosillo Sonora
June 2013
Emergencias Medicas Privadas—Sistema Integral de Administacion Medica Siam Hermosillo, Hermosillo, Sonora
February 2013 – February 2016
Foreign Formation
Universidad de Navarra—Clínica Universitaria, Pamplona, España
Endocrinology-Neurology-Nutrition-Dermatology
July 2004 – October 2004
Extracurricular Activities
- Basic CPR Course and Blue Code taught at the “Dr. Ignacio Chávez” ISSSTESON May 27 & 28 2004. Hermosillo, Sonora.
- X Medical Update Modular Course February 21 and 28, March 6 and 13, 2004. Guadalajara, Jalisco. 30 credit hours.
- Medical days of the XXIX anniversary of the Regional Hospital “Dr. Valentín Gómez Farías” on February 12, 13 and 14, 2004. Guadalajara, Jalisco. 24 credit hours.
- Basic CPR and Code Blue course on June 30 and July 1, 2005. “Dr. Ignacio Chavez” Hermosillo, Sonora.
- III Medical Conference Medical Center “Dr. Ignacio Chávez” May 21 and 22, 2004. Hermosillo, Sonora.
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Support. Basic CPR and Code Blue Course April 2006. Hermosillo, Sonora.
- Mechanical Ventilation Workshop. Medical Center “Dr. Ignacio Chávez” February 3 and 4, 2006. Hermosillo, Sonora.
- State Congress of the College of Surgeons of Sonora A.C. San Carlos, Sonora May 28, 29 and 30, 2009.
- International Congress of General Surgery XXXIV. October 24 - 29, 2010. Guadalajara Jalisco.
- American College of Surgeons. Life Support Course in Trauma. ATLS. General Hospital of the State of Sonora. April 2011.
- American College of Surgeons. 97th Annual Clinical Congress. San Francisco, CA. October 2011.
- IFSO LAC Congress OF Metabolic Surgery. Los Cabos Baja South California. July 2015.
- American College of Surgeons. 100th Annual Clinical Congress. Chicago, IL. October 2015.
- Obesity Week Los Angeles California. November 2015.
- XXV Congress of the Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery (AMCE) Boca de Rio, Veracruz. May 2016. Active Member.
- Active member of the Mexican College of Obesity Surgery and Metabolic Diseases
- American College of Surgeons. 101th Annual Clinical Congress. Annual Congress. Washington DC. October 2016.
- CMCOEM Annual Congress. Playa del Carmen, Mexico. June 2017.
- IFSO (International federation of Surgery in Obesity) World Congress. London, England. August 2017.
- American College of Surgeons. 102th Annual Clinical Congress. Annual Congress. San Diego, California. October 2017.
Medical Investigation Area
- Member of the Research Club and Scientific Method for the Development of Protocols at the Autonomous University of Guadalajara 2005.
- Active member of the U.A.G. Student Society. 2001- 2007.
Language
- English: Fluent in written and spoken English. Institutional TOEFL approved. (610 pts.)
- Portguguese: Language school. University of Sonora.
Patient Care Philosophy
Safety First, Human Integrity Always
Dr. Fernandez operates under a strict “Safety First” protocol mandated by our network. His team provides 24-hour attention to ensure you are never alone during the process. His mission aligns perfectly with Tijuana Bariatrics: to deliver excellence in health outcomes while treating every patient with dignity and warmth.
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