A Miami Leader in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Returns to Mercy Hospital

A feature story announcing Dr. Nestor de la Cruz‑Muñoz’s return to HCA Florida Mercy Hospital as Medical Director of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, highlighting his national reputation, surgical expertise, and leadership in obesity and metabolic health.

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This feature article highlights Dr. Nestor de la Cruz‑Muñoz’s return to HCA Florida Mercy Hospital as Medical Director of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. The story emphasizes his national reputation as a leader in bariatric, metabolic, and foregut surgery, his decades of experience, and his commitment to expanding access to high‑quality obesity care in Miami.

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The article also discusses his academic background, surgical volume, and the hospital’s vision for advancing metabolic health services.