pros and cons
Mary,
The main reason I went to Mexico for surgery is the cost. I could afford it over there. If you find a GOOD doctor then I can't think of anything inconvenient except the distance, being away from your family for the surgery. I went to Dr.Aceves in Mexicali and had a wonderful experience with him and his staff. I felt safe and taken care of the whole time I was there. I really recommend him to anyone thinking out this. I might add too that most doctors in Mexico have been doing this surgery for a longer time and are very experienced. I can't stress enough how important it is to find a good doctor, like everywhere there are good and there are bad so just find the one that you can trust.
Sandy
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Sandy,
Thank you so much for responding to my question! I am in the researching stage but have to get my husband to not be so freaked out by the idea of getting the surgetry done in Mexico. How did you find a good post op doctor? I guess that worries me a bit. But I like your self will be a self pay and in the US it would be crazy,more than double the Mexico costs!Thanks Again!
Mary
Robbin,
The after care for the surgery I had is the fills. My doctor recommended a doctor locally for the fills, I still go to my regular doctor for everything else I need.
I do feel like a new person, look at it this way, age may also be taking it toll but there's nothing I can do about that!! LOL Fat I took control of, finally!! You will start feeling different after the 1st 20 lbs and it gets better as the pounds come off. It is like it gives you hope for the future and you feel like you can do ANYTHING!
Sandy
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Dear Mary,
I went to Bogota Columbia because the surgeon was outstanding and the package deal was wonderful. I had a wonderful experience and never felt alone. My surgery cost a little over $13,000. The people were kind, compassionate and warm. I always had someone with me except at night in the hotel. I am five weeks out and have lost 35 pounds and feel great. I keep in touch with the folks in Bogota and see a doctor in my area for followup. It is the best thing I could do for myself. Check out their website www.affordablebariatrics.com. They are great. Marianne
P. S. Good luck.
Hi Mary! If your husband is concerned about you having surgery in Mexico, show him this website. My husband was concerned as well, but then I showed him this website and Dr. Aguirre's webpage to read the testamonials. It has really helped to ease the worries. Best wishes to your in your journey! Kathleen