Dr. Pedro Kuri is a pioneer of the Lap-Band System (Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery)in Latin America; Dr. Kuri has performed 5,500+ procedures in over 12 years as a respected specialist in his field. Having one of the warmest bedside manners of any surgeon, Dr. Kuri is widely known for the loving care he provides his patients. Dr. Kuri has chosen the best of the best for his team to provide his patients with the most skilled and experienced surgeons. Dr. Kuri believes in the Lap-Band procedure as a valuable tool to achieve a healthy weight , he and his team are dedicated to patient after care and to patient success.