DS in Mexico?
Hello, Mexico forum!
I'm a bit of a newbie here on OH (been lurking for a few weeks on some of the other boards, but only registered yesterday), though this is my first visit to these forums; I recently learned about the idea of surgery abroad, and due to my lack of insurance I just can't afford to do the procedure in the states.
I've only just begun my search into all of this, but it was recommended by several of the gals in the livejournal WLS community that I come check you folks out and see if there was any information I could get!
Anyway, thanks for your time, and thank you in advance for any thoughts or advice you may have. :)
I'm a bit of a newbie here on OH (been lurking for a few weeks on some of the other boards, but only registered yesterday), though this is my first visit to these forums; I recently learned about the idea of surgery abroad, and due to my lack of insurance I just can't afford to do the procedure in the states.
I've only just begun my search into all of this, but it was recommended by several of the gals in the livejournal WLS community that I come check you folks out and see if there was any information I could get!
Anyway, thanks for your time, and thank you in advance for any thoughts or advice you may have. :)
Hello,
Out of all the research I did for surgery outside US I found 3 doctors that I liked. Dr. Joya, Dr. Acevedes and Dr. Pompa Gonzales. I choose Gonzales.
Check out the different doctors and read the patients review. I emailed some doctors in MX. and they would just send an email back saying "surgery is $12K let me know when you want to come in". They didn't even ask how much I weighed,didn't choose them.
On a funding note: you can apply for surgical loans right from the website of the doctor you choose. Make sure that they are aware that the surgery is outside US. There is also Lending Club. This is a much cheaper interest rate and you can pay back in 36 months.
I hope this helps.
Out of all the research I did for surgery outside US I found 3 doctors that I liked. Dr. Joya, Dr. Acevedes and Dr. Pompa Gonzales. I choose Gonzales.
Check out the different doctors and read the patients review. I emailed some doctors in MX. and they would just send an email back saying "surgery is $12K let me know when you want to come in". They didn't even ask how much I weighed,didn't choose them.
On a funding note: you can apply for surgical loans right from the website of the doctor you choose. Make sure that they are aware that the surgery is outside US. There is also Lending Club. This is a much cheaper interest rate and you can pay back in 36 months.
I hope this helps.
The DSfacts.com website lists the reputable doctors that perform the DS in the US and abroad. If they arent listed there then they do not perform the DS. Dr. Ungson in Mexico is listed on the dsfacts website and there are several people that have used him on the DS forum. HTH
Ami
Adoptive mom to 3 children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders 
He's the one I've been looking into as well; I really liked everything I read, and got in contact with the coordinator, Luz. Filled out all the forms and things, and hoping to find out whether or not I'd qualify with them or not.
Two things to know about Dr Ungson that I learned from others who've been to him and from Luz... 1: They don't do financing; it's $3000 usd deposit to secure a surgery date, and then the rest must be presented via cashiers check upon arrival.
2: Depending on your size, he may want to do the surgery in 2 parts to lower risks due to complications from size etc.
Just a couple things to keep in mind! :)
Good luck with your journey too :D
Two things to know about Dr Ungson that I learned from others who've been to him and from Luz... 1: They don't do financing; it's $3000 usd deposit to secure a surgery date, and then the rest must be presented via cashiers check upon arrival.
2: Depending on your size, he may want to do the surgery in 2 parts to lower risks due to complications from size etc.
Just a couple things to keep in mind! :)
Good luck with your journey too :D
Hmmm that's odd!
Try emailing Luz... she's the coordinator, and whom I've been coresponding with over the last week or so. luchi86 at hotmail (.) com
I generally get a response from here within 2 days at the most. She's been really great with getting back to me, and helping me work through all the information I need.
Try emailing Luz... she's the coordinator, and whom I've been coresponding with over the last week or so. luchi86 at hotmail (.) com
I generally get a response from here within 2 days at the most. She's been really great with getting back to me, and helping me work through all the information I need.
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