Dr. Sonny is the bomb diggity! I highly recommend him to everyone.
Pamela D.
Dr. Sonny Cavazos
BARIATRIC SURGEON
210-651-0303
Dr. Ramiro “Sonny” Cavazos is the founder of Sage Bariatric Institute and has 20 years of experience in Bariatric Surgery. Advanced fellowship training in Bariatric Surgery was completed by Dr. Cavazos at the prestigious Wittgrove Bariatric Center under the guidance of world-renowned surgeon and past president of the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Dr. Alan Wittgrove of San Diego, California. Dr. Cavazos has broad experience in laparoscopic surgery and extensive operating room technical expertise for bariatric procedures, including laparoscopic gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, revision bariatric procedures, duodenal switch, and adjustable gastric banding (Lap-Band®). Dr. Cavazos has performed thousands of bariatric surgery procedures since 2005 and has received numerous awards for his work in bariatric surgery.
Dr. Cavazos’s patients praise his surgical expertise, compassion, and exemplary bedside manner. “Dr. Cavazos is a master craftsman as a surgeon and a truly caring doctor. His practice is a holistic approach to weight loss and weight loss surgery. His pre-care, after-care, and maintenance programs are comprehensive and effective. Dr. Cavazos was the key to my victory over morbid obesity. He changed my life. He saved my life. You won’t find a better Bariatric Surgeon anywhere.” -J.S.
Dr. Cavazos grew up in Ft. Worth, Texas and received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He received his medical doctorate from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. His residency in general surgery was completed at Exempla Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado. He then began fellowship training at Scripps Hospital in San Diego. Dr. Cavazos is a board certified surgeon with the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and of the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Cavazos enjoys skiing, fishing, playing the guitar, college football, and other sports. He resides in San Antonio with his wife and 3 daughters.
Patient Testimonials
I had surgery 8 years ago and it was the best decision I have made for myself with my health. I can’t thank Dr. Cavazos enough for all his help and support.
Tina G.
Dr. Cavazos was the best doctor I could have asked for. He made me feel so comfortable with the surgery and made me feel excited about life again. Thank you!
Lucelva H.
I have recommended many people to Dr. Cavazos. Not only is he an amazing doc, he genuinely cares.
Alicia S.
Dr. Cavazos was such a kind and caring physician during my surgery, before and after! I am so thankful to have had such a wonderful doctor!
Marla F.