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Dr. Núñez Santana is a board-certified weight-loss surgeon. The practice holds a Bariátrico Certificado quality designation. International patients get a package with preoperative exams and nutritional follow-up. It also includes daily home care and 5-star hotel arrangements. Patients come from more than 50 countries.
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