Dr Q vs Dr Pompa vs Dr Illan

Hi everyone! New here. I have been doing research on surgeons for a few days now and I am just curious about what peoples opinions are. I currently have a list of favorites. First is Dr Q, Second is Dr Illan, and third is Dr Pompa.

Does anyone have any experiences to share with these surgeons? Also does anyone have any tips on researching/finding the best doctor for their needs?

A bit of background on me, I am 21 years old, with a BMI of 48.9. I have been dieting since I was 10 and I am ready for this weight to be gone forever, but I am worried about the long wait times offered in Canada.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

dr pompa has been known to make hourglass shaped sleeves which is not good. I oersonslly wouldn't use her.

I used Maricio Gutierrez at Trinity Medical in Tijuana. I was extremely happy. I personally know 5 other people who used him and all were happy. I'm in the medical field and I can say that it is the cleanest facility that I've been in. I walked all over that place barefoot and when it was time to leave my feet looked as clean as if I had just come out of the shower.

Hi There,

In Ontario I was 9-1/2 months from Orientation to surgery. I don't think that's too long....

Wait times have dramatically decreased in Canada. The programs are designed to prepare you for the changes you will have to make in order for WLS to be successful. I am finding each appointment I have helpful and informative. Sometimes I wish I could have the surgery tomorrow but I know it will be here sooner than I think and I will be prepared.

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I hit my goal weight 7 months after surgery and have since lost even more pounds. I'm doing great and very happy I chose to go to MX for my mini gastric bypass. All comorbidities have resolved and the only medicine I take is for Hashimoto's (autoimmune thyroiditis).

I had surgery at Hospitales Angeles Tijuana, which is the primary hospital of Tijuana. I was very well cared for and in the best place if a complication were to occur, but nothing unexpected happened; all went according to plan. I am healthier than I've been in a long time!

I just left Dr Q and his Pompeii Surgical facility today - and I cannot speak highly enough of Dr Q and his staff - so glad I booked with Pompeii - if I had to do it again I would (but so glad I don't have too!!)