Summary

Dr. Fermin Fontan is a surgeon who specializes in advanced surgical procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Buenos Aires in Argentina and completed his residency training at two prestigious institutions: Johns Hopkins Hospital at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, and St. Elizabeth's Medical Center-Tufts University in Brighton, Massachusetts. Dr. Fontan is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Fontan practices at locations in Las Cruces, New Mexico, including the New Mexico Bariatric Institute and Memorial Heartburn Center. He has hospital affiliations with Boston Medical Center Brighton. His clinical focus includes treating patients with obesity and weight management challenges, as well as GERD and hiatal hernia conditions. Dr. Fontan performs various procedures including sedation services and diagnostic testing such as complete blood counts and chemistry panels to support comprehensive patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Fermin Fontan has 2 locations

New Mexico Bariatric Institute

2100 S Triviz Dr Ste FLas Cruces, NM 88001
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Memorial Heartburn Center

2100 S Triviz Dr Ste GLas Cruces, NM 88001
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.4 
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28 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Las Cruces , NMLas Cruces , NMEl Paso , TXLas Cruces , NM
Med School: University of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Fermin Fontan

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Presbyterian Health Plan/Presbyterian Insurance Company
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Western Sky Community Care - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Fermin Fontan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Fermin Fontan has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Mexico, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Johns Hopkins Hospital, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center-Tufts University, Brighton, MA

Medical School

University of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, IA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Fermin Fontan affiliated with?
Dr. Fermin Fontan is affiliated with Boston Medical Center Brighton.
What languages does Dr. Fermin Fontan speak?
Dr. Fermin Fontan speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Fermin Fontan's office located?
Dr. Fermin Fontan's office is located at 2100 S Triviz Dr Ste F, Las Cruces, NM, 88001.
Is Dr. Fermin Fontan accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Fermin Fontan accept my insurance?
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