Dr. Pedro Pratz

Dr. Pedro Prats – Expert in Pediatric and Bariatric Surgery (Teens Weight Loss Surgery)

About Dr. Pedro Prats

Dr. Pedro Javier Prats Ibarra is a highly skilled Pediatric and Bariatric Surgeon based in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. With over a decade of experience, he is dedicated to providing exceptional surgical care for both pediatric and adult patients. Dr. Prats is an active member of multiple prestigious surgical associations, ensuring that his practice remains at the forefront of medical advancements.

Certifications & Memberships

✔ Certified Pediatric Surgeon – Cédula Profesional: 5576864 | Cédula Especialista: 8475651
✔ Member of the Mexican College of Pediatric Surgery
✔ Member of the Mexican Board of Pediatric Surgery
✔ Member of the Baja California College of Pediatric Surgery
✔ Member of the Mexican College of Obesity and Metabolic Disease Surgery

Professional Experience

Dr. Prats has extensive experience in both pediatric and bariatric surgery, performing minimally invasive and advanced laparoscopic procedures in some of the most recognized hospitals in Tijuana.

Current Roles:

✅ Pediatric Surgeon – ISSSTE, Tijuana (2014 – Present)
✅ Pediatric Surgeon – General Hospital of Tijuana (2016 – Present)
✅ Pediatric Surgeon – Hospital Infantil de Las Californias (2014 – Present)
✅ Pediatric Surgeon – Hospital del Prado (2014 – Present)

Additionally, he is credentialed and authorized to practice at:

• Hospital Ángeles Tijuana
• Hospital del Prado Tijuana
• Hospital New City, Tijuana
• Hospital Core Surgical Center (Consultorio 301)

Education & Training

🎓 Universidad Autónoma de Baja California – Medicine (2000-2005)
🏥 General Hospital of Tijuana – Internship (2006-2007)
🎓 Hospital Infantil del Estado de Sonora – Pediatric Surgery Residency (2009-2014)
🎓 Diploma in Specialized Nutrition for Obesity Surgery (2016)
🎓 IRCAD France – Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery Training (2018)
🎓 Feng Academy of Minimal Invasion Surgery (2019)
🎓 IFSO LAC Fellowship in Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery (2023-2024)

Conferences & Advanced Training

Dr. Prats actively participates in national and international medical conferences to stay updated with the latest surgical advancements. Some of his notable conferences include:

✔ Advanced Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery Course – Chihuahua, Mexico (2016)
✔ National Pediatric Surgery Congress – Multiple locations (2016-2022)
✔ National Obesity Surgery Congress – Monterrey, Mexico (2023)
✔ World Congress of Obesity Surgery (IFSO) – Naples, Italy
✔ World Congress of Endoscopic Surgery (FELAC) – Cartagena, Colombia

Why Choose Dr. Pedro Prats?

✅ Experienced & Certified Surgeon – Over a decade of expertise in pediatric and bariatric surgery
✅ Minimally Invasive Approach – Specializing in laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques
✅ Personalized Patient Care – Focused on safety, comfort, and long-term results
✅ Internationally Trained – Committed to the latest advancements in surgical techniques

If you are considering pediatric or bariatric surgery in Tijuana, Mexico, Dr. Pedro Prats is a trusted name in the field, offering high-quality medical care with a patient-first approach.