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No big deal. Myself and other patients were picked up in San Diego (at airport & Amtrak station) by our surgeon's driver and when we went over the border he told them we were all there for medical procedures. That's it; super fast and easy.
I had WLS surgery in Tijuana, Mexico. I paid for most of it in cash, in country, prior to surgery. If I recall, I used my credit card for the surgeon?s deposit and maybe some hospital incidentals when I checked out, but cash saved me money as credit or debit cards often have extra fees because of Visa/MasterCard merchant charges, which are usually passed on to patients.
I was in So Cal, took the train to San Diego, where I was picked up by my surgeon's driver, so I didn't have to carry around all that cash very long.
YMMV
Contact Dr. Esquerra at Mexicali Bariatric Center. He is one of the best (if not THE best) DS surgeon in Mexico.
Hi, thank you. Yes I have seen Dr. Joya review page on here and the reviews are several years old. I would like to see some from patients within the last 6 months. Several things may have changed such as the hospital he uses, some people say they used Gerald but the info I received is they don't work with him anymore so I want updated information.
A wire transfer concerns me, do I send them all the money before I arrive? What if something happens at the airport etc.. and I am unable to enter Mexico? Do they refund my money? How can I be assured of that?
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Vicki
My weight loss blog: www.vickionline.com
Hi vickinicole,
Congratulations on saying enough is enough and taking control of your health
Here is the link to Dr. Joya's review page. You may have already viewed it.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/profiles/bariatric-surgeon/dr-armando-joya/reviews?page=3&sort=helpful_count&filter=patients
Each surgeon handles payment differently. It's usually a wire transfer. We have a call into Dr. Joya's office for you to find out how they handle payment.
Let us know if we can help in any other way.
Regards,
Kathy
Member Services
HW:330 - GW:150 - MW:118-125
RW:190 - CW:130
I am saving for surgery in Mexico and interested in RNY through Dr. Joya in Puerto Vallarta
The rate I was quoted by his staff is very good and includes everything except the plane ticket
I've looked on here for info/reviews about him and there are some but they are a few years old
Has anyone had surgery with him recently? Can you describe the process?
The one thing I'm confused about is how do you pay if you're from the US and have USD funds?
Do I carry thousands of dollars with me? DO I have to get a bank check or can I pay with my Debit card.
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Vicki
My weight loss blog: www.vickionline.com
Dr. Amando Joya does RNY in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
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Vicki
My weight loss blog: www.vickionline.com
Hello, I went to Piedras Negras Mexico for my sleeve surgery February 2nd. It was the most amazing experience. I truly felt like family. The nurse coordinator helps answer any questions you may have and help you with everything once you make the decision. Everything has been a blessing and I'm so glad that I chose Dr. A and his team for my sleeve. I highly recommend you look into his team if you are considering the sleeve. You will not regret it. Care by Dr. A and his team upon arrival and all thru your stay is the best, and as well as post op. He is always available if you have any questions or concerns. Check him and his new hospital (OPENING SOON!!) out!!!
Belinda.
P.s. please feel free to ask me about my journey! I am very happy with my recovery so far and my results, I've only weighed one time since surgery. :)
