The 20 Best Sleeve Gastrectomy Doctors in New Mexico, US

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Sleeve Gastrectomy

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Sleeve Gastrectomy near New Mexico, US. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Practice
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Practice

    Santa Fe Surgical Associates

    1631 Hospital Dr Ste 240, 
    Santa Fe, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julie Wesp is a General Practice provider practicing medicine in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Wesp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Umbilical Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Wesp is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Wesp is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine

    Professional Physicians Center

    1600 N Main Ave, 
    Lovington, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bennet Togbe is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lovington, New Mexico. Dr. Togbe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    2100 S Triviz Dr Ste F, 
    Las Cruces, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Felts is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Dr. Felts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity in Children, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    New Mexico Bariatric Institute

    2100 S Triviz Dr Ste F, 
    Las Cruces, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fermin Fontan is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Dr. Fontan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine

    Lovelace Medical Group-Golf Course Road

    10511 Golf Course Rd NW, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Tyner is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Tyner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    Merit Family Medicine

    4801 McMahon Blvd NW Ste 245, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Duc Vuong is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Vuong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    Taos Surgical Specialties LLC

    1399 Weimer Rd Ste 600, 
    Taos, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Slikkers is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Taos, New Mexico. Dr. Slikkers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Hernia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    Office

    715 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE Ste 301, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lilibeth Sanchez is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Sanchez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    Lmg-General Surgery Clinic-Lmc

    715 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE Ste 301, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Holt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Holt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    2400 Unser Blvd SE, 
    Rio Rancho, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Van Rice Jr is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Van Rice Jr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    Office

    2400 Unser Blvd SE Ste 8200, 
    Rio Rancho, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David May is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. May is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic

    2559 Medical Dr Ste 3200, 
    Alamogordo, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kimiko Sugimoto is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Dr. Sugimoto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    New Mexico Bariatric Institute

    2100 S Triviz Dr Ste F, 
    Las Cruces, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Theresa Jackson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Appendicitis, Appendectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    General Surgery

    UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center

    3001 Broadmoor Blvd NE, 
    Rio Rancho, NM 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Bock is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Bock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sleeve Gastrectomy
    Gastroenterology

    Northern NM Gastroenterology

    1691 Galisteo St Ste C, 
    Santa Fe, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laurence Weinberg is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Weinberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cirrhosis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Liver Transplant, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Sleeve Gastrectomy?

    Vertical sleeve gastrectomy is surgery to help with weight loss. The surgeon removes a large portion of your stomach.

    The new, smaller stomach is about the size of a banana. It limits the amount of food you can eat and makes you feel full after eating small amounts of food.

    When should I see a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor in New Mexico, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor in New Mexico, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Sleeve Gastrectomy doctors in New Mexico, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Sleeve Gastrectomy doctors in New Mexico, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor in New Mexico, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor in New Mexico, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Sleeve Gastrectomy doctors in New Mexico, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sleeve Gastrectomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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