Network Transparency Statement

An open statement about the relationships between Weight Loss Surgery Guide, Cyntar S.C., Obesity Control Center, and Hospital Cyntar.

Last reviewed: June 2026

Our Statement

Weight Loss Surgery Guide is an educational and patient-inquiry platform operated by Cyntar S.C. It is affiliated with Obesity Control Center (a bariatric and metabolic medical practice) and Hospital Cyntar (a licensed hospital in Tijuana, Mexico). It is not an independent third-party rating organization.

Other healthcare organizations discussed on this website may have their own relationships with OCC or Hospital Cyntar. Any such relationships are disclosed and do not automatically determine rankings or editorial content. Where a featured or evaluated provider is part of, or partnered with, this affiliation, we label the connection so readers can weigh the information accordingly.

What This Means for Readers

You can use the information here as a starting point for research, not as a substitute for your own due diligence. We encourage every patient to verify accreditation, surgeon credentials, and outcomes directly with any provider before making a decision.

References

Sources reviewed include:

  • ASMBS
  • IFSO
  • NIH
  • PubMed
  • Joint Commission International
  • Surgical Review Corporation
  • Global Healthcare Accreditation
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Medical Review

Reviewed By

Dr. Ariel Ortiz, MD, FACS, FASMBS

Founder, Obesity Control Center

Last Reviewed: June 2026

Educational information — not medical advice

This content is general education to help you prepare for a consultation. It is not a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or a substitute for care. Candidacy for any procedure or medication must be determined by a qualified clinician after an individual evaluation. Results vary.

This content is educational and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Treatment decisions should be individualized and made with a qualified healthcare professional. A medical evaluation is required. Results vary.