About Dr. Juan Roberto González Santamaría
With more than 15 years of experience and over 127 robotic bariatric procedures performed, Dr. Juan Roberto González Santamaría stands at the forefront of innovation in robotic bariatric, metabolic, and gastrointestinal surgery. A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and one of Mexico’s most respected robotic surgeons, Dr. González Santamaría is renowned for his contributions to the development, teaching, and global advancement of minimally invasive surgical techniques.
As President of the Gastrointestinal Surgery Chapter of the Mexican Association of Robotic Surgery and Founder of Surglap Robotic Surgery, Dr. González Santamaría blends surgical precision with cutting-edge technology to achieve outstanding outcomes in bariatric surgery, hernia repair, esophageal and hepatobiliary-pancreatic procedures, and complex revisions.
Specialties
- Robotic Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve, Bypass, and Revisions)
- Hernia Repair (including complex abdominal wall)
- Esophageal and Hepatobiliary-Pancreatic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Metabolic Surgery
Leadership & Experience
Dr. González Santamaría serves in multiple leadership roles:
- President: Gastrointestinal Surgery Chapter, Mexican Association of Robotic Surgery (AMCIR)
- Secretary: Mexican Association of Endoscopic Surgery (AMCE)
- 2nd Secretary: Mexican College of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Diseases (CMCOEM)
- President: College of Surgeons of the State of Hidalgo (AC)
Dr. González Santamaría is the Founder and Director of Surglap Robotic Surgery and formerly led the Robotic Surgery Program at the Zumpango Regional High Specialty Hospital (2013–2022). He also coordinated the hospital’s Interdisciplinary Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Clinic for a decade.
Certifications
- Board Certified in General Surgery, Mexican Council of General Surgery (CMCG)
- Certified in Bariatric Surgery, CMCOEM & CMCG
- Certified in Robotic Surgery, Memorial Hermann / INTUITIVE
- SCOPE Certification in Obesity Management, World Obesity Federation
- Certified in Gastric Balloon Placement, Allurion
Teaching & Academic Roles
A passionate educator, Dr. González Santamaría has served as:
- Full Professor: Advanced Specialty Diploma in Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery, endorsed by UNAM and INTUITIVE
- Associate Professor: General Surgery, Zumpango Regional Specialty Hospital
- Lead Instructor: Robotic Surgery courses for AMCE, CMCOEM, and AMCG
- International Speaker: Society of Robotic Surgery (SRS), International Bariatric Club (IBC), ColCir
Dr. González Santamaría has mentored numerous theses and postgraduate research projects focused on robotic surgery, bariatric outcomes, and surgical education.
Publications & Editorial Work
Dr. González Santamaría is an accomplished medical author and editor, with publications in:
- Journal of Robotic Surgery
- Cirugía Endoscópica
- Revista del Hospital Juárez de México
- Mexican Journal of Medical Research
- Lancet Global Health (co-author: LASOS Study)
His work includes case reports, surgical technique studies, and textbook chapters on gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery, robotic innovation, and post-operative outcomes.
Why Patients Trust Dr. González Santamar at Obesity Control Center
Dr. González Santamaría’s meticulous approach, advanced surgical expertise, and unwavering commitment to innovation make him a trusted provider at Obesity Control Center. His patients benefit from a unique combination of cutting-edge robotic technology and personalized, compassionate care. Whether performing complex robotic revisions or primary bariatric procedures like sleeve gastrectomies, Dr. González Santamaría is dedicated to delivering safe, effective, and long-lasting results that help patients achieve their weight loss goals and improve their quality of life.
