Dr. Arturo Torices Opened Surgical Office in Mission
The board-certified surgeon has launched a new practice at Doctors Plaza West in Mission.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Weight Loss
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Dr. Arturo Torices Dardon has opened a new surgical office in Mission located at 910 S. Bryan Road, Suite 202. The office is situated within the Doctors Plaza West building, adjacent to Mission Regional Medical Center.
Why it matters
The new practice expands local access to minimally invasive surgical care for residents in the Mission area. Dr. Torices joins the existing offices of Dr. Guillermo Marquez and Dr. Jesus Villarreal to provide clinical services.
Dr. Torices holds certification in general surgery from the American Board of Surgery and utilizes the da Vinci robot for procedures. Prospective patients can schedule appointments by calling (956) 682-6126.
The players
Dr. Arturo Torices Dardon
He is a board-certified surgeon who completed his medical training at Universidad Anahuac Mexico Norte and holds a fellowship in minimally invasive bariatric surgery.
Mission Regional Medical Center
This facility serves as the primary surgical site for procedures performed by the new office and hosts community wellness seminars.
The details
Dr. Torices completed a fellowship in minimally invasive bariatric surgery at Abington Jefferson Hospital and a residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital Queens. He performs his surgical procedures at the nearby Mission Regional Medical Center.
Timeline
October 13, 2026: The office opening was officially reported.
Health Landscape
The adoption of the da Vinci surgical system reflects a broader shift toward robotic-assisted technology in modern surgical suites. This integration aims to improve surgical precision and patient recovery times compared to traditional operative methods.
Patients in Mission gain a new option for minimally invasive procedures performed by a specialist with specific fellowship training in bariatric surgery. Residents interested in surgical weight loss can RSVP for informational seminars by calling 956-323-1468.
The takeaway
Dr. Torices brings specialized training in minimally invasive surgery to the growing medical corridor in Mission. Patients seeking surgical consultations or weight loss information can now access these services through the new office or hospital seminars.
What happens next
Mission Regional Medical Center continues to host free, regularly scheduled seminars on weight loss topics for the community.
Further reading
For additional context on local weight management resources, visit the Weight Loss section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by MyRGV.
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