New Mexico Bariatric Institute

01/15/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Fermin Fontan, MD, FACS, FASMBS, on reaching the milestone of 1,000 robotic-assisted surgical cases at MMC! With robotic surgery, benefits for our patients can include smaller incisions, less pain, shorter hospital times and faster recovery times.

Just voted Best Bariatric Specialist in the Bulletin’s Best of the Mesilla Valley for the second year in a row, Dr. Fontan performs robotically-assisted sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and duodenal switch bariatric procedures. In addition to his weight loss practice, he also specializes in procedures for hiatal hernias and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

This accomplishment is a team effort, so huge credit also goes to our team members from the New Mexico Bariatric Institute, perioperative medical clinic, ambulatory surgery unit, anesthesia, central sterile, operating rooms, post-anesthesia care unit and inpatient floors. Additionally, we wouldn’t be at this celebratory moment without strong administrative support for our robotic surgery program and advanced technology.

➡️ Learn more about robotic-assisted surgery: www.mmclc.org/surgical-services

➡️ Learn more about Dr. Fontan: https://www.mmclc.org/find-a-doctor/provider/1902148885

03/19/2025

Thank you to KRWG for speaking with Bariatric Surgeon Theresa Jackson, MD, of the New Mexico Bariatric Institute! The conversation includes some great insights into surgical weight loss options and the overall importance of maintaining a healthy weight.

The New Mexico Bariatric Institute is a nationally accredited Center of Excellence that is at the forefront of providing weight loss solutions.

Learn more: https://www.newmexicobariatricinstitute.com/

KC Counts talks with Dr. Theresa Jackson of New Mexico Bariatric Institute about bariatric surgery's possible advantages and risks for maintaining a healthy weight.

02/04/2025

Welcome to our community, Bariatric Surgeon Theresa Jackson, MD!

Call 575.556.1849 to schedule an appointment and learn more at NewMexicoBariatricInstitute.com

01/29/2025

At her highest weight and scared for her future, Alice turned to the multidisciplinary team at the New Mexico Bariatric Institute for guidance and solutions.

After education and preparation, she chose to undergo lifechanging minimally invasive surgery with Fermin Fontan, MD, FACS, FASMBS, who was recently voted Best Bariatric Surgeon in the 2025 Bulletin’s Best of the Mesilla Valley.

“The New Mexico Bariatric Institute transformed my mind, my body and my life,” Alice said.

➡️ Get started on your weight loss journey at NewMexicoBariatricInstitute.com or by calling 575.556.1849

01/26/2024

Thank you to Fermin Fontan, MD, FACS, FASMBS, for hosting a wonderfully informative weight loss seminar in Deming last night. Formerly known as Memorial Weight Loss Center, New Mexico Bariatric Institute employs a bilingual staff of dedicated professionals who want to help patients achieve their weight loss and health goals.

➡️ Get started on your weight loss journey with our free online seminar: https://www.newmexicobariatricinstitute.com/online-seminar