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Below is what I wrote about my experience a month after I got back from Mexicali, and here is a link to Dr. Esquerra's reviews here on Obesity Help. http://www.obesityhelp.com/profiles/bariatric-surgeon/antonio-esquerra/reviews
Feel free to DM me if you have any questions!
I received a BilioPancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch from Dr. Antonio Esquerra on March 9, 2017. I specifically chose Dr. Esquerra and Mexicali Bariatric after extensive research. I actually have insurance here in the U.S. that would have covered weight loss surgery for me, but I read long ago that one of the greatest indicators of a surgery's success is how many times the surgeon has performed that particular surgery.
I did hours and hours of research and realized that my covered surgeons here didn't have as much experience with the BPD-DS as I would like, so I began to research self-pay options. I narrowed down my choices to Dr. Esquerra, a surgeon in California, and a surgeon in Washington. I did hours more research and discovered that while most people really liked the surgeons in California and Washington, they weren't always happy with the support staff communication. That wasn't at all the case with Dr. Esquerra. Not only did his patients rave about him, they also raved about the entire staff at Mexicali Bariatric. I couldn't find a single negative review, which is unheard of in these days of anonymous internet reviews!
Once I got to Mexicali and experienced the customer service and patient care, I was so happy with my decision. Meeting Dr. Esquerra, Dr. Gutierrez, and Dr. Campos only further comforted me. They were all personable, professional, and very reassuring.
Just yesterday I had a follow-up Upper GI fluoroscopy to make sure I was healing properly, and the radiologist took one look at the screen and said, "Whoever did your research surgery should be commended, it looks perfect, an A+ job." That was music to my ears, and is exactly what every surgery patient wants to hear.
That is simply not true. I have been a member of that site for almost two years, and have been on the forum of Mexico Surgeries for months. There is no censure on other surgeons on that site. Both of the doctors you mentioned have been talked about plenty of times. Also, just for accurate information, Dr. Illan only does four surgeries a day, if that many. I did my research on him before choosing him. And I made one of the best choices in my life. Not only is he a wonderful surgeon, the hospital doctors, nurses, and staff were attentive and caring. The BariatricPal Team MX valets made sure you and your companion were taken care of, and helped to make the experience like being on a mini vacation.
I had mini gastric bypass with Dr. Illan and have had no complications. I am almost 5 1/2 months post op and have lost almost 70 lbs. He is a wonderful doctor. He has great bedside manner. He cares about his patients and is one of the best bariatric surgeons in Mexico.
I would love to hear about your experience. I have not made a set in stone decision and want to talk to as many people as possible to make an informed decision on who will do my sleeve this year.
I can't help you with any if the doctors you named, but if you decide to check out Dr. Antonio Esquerra at Mexicali Bariatric, I'm happy to chime in.
Good luck with your research!
Hi guys,
This is my first post on here. I have been reading your posts for a few weeks now. I would really like to hear from folks on who they chose for their surgery and why. I have looked at several and have narrowed my choice down to a few. My choices as of now are Dr Quinones, Dr Juan Lopez Corvala, Dr Louisiana Valenzuela and Dr. Ariel Ortiz. If any of you guys have used one of these surgeons for surgery, I would like to hear about your experience.
A little about myself, I am an RN who has struggled with my weight since my late 20's. Now at 47, I have diabetes and sleep apnea. I do not eat fast food and feel I eat pretty healthy, I just tend to over eat and seem to always be hungry. I plan on having my surgery around November or December of this year after I am able to save for the surgery.
Thanks again for your input and I look forward to sharing in my weight loss journey,
Matthew
Anyone use Citerra financing? They approved me for $8500 and when i got the contract it said i was being loaned $13,021 and that my payments were 390 for 51 months. I declined it and called them. The woman loan agent told me i was misunderstanding it. That 13, 021 was the end total of the loan with ALL the interest and that gee payments of 390 a month aren't for 51 months. They say that payment is above the minimum and will have the loan paid off sooner. The paperwork seems to be contradicting what she is saying. Is like to hear from anyone who has used them to help clear up the discrepancy. Thanks!
So I'm applying now. They agreed to give me $8,500 but the document they sent me to sign says I will be paying 20.99 interest on $13,021. The woman on the phone says the $13,021 is the total amount paid at the end of the loan including all interest. But no where in any of the documentation does it mention my original loan being 8,500. Is this legit? Or are they trying to get me to sign that they are loaning me $13000 but really only loaning me 8500?
Thanks for the information. Was the $3800 just for the hospital related expenses? Did you book your own hotel stay for postop follow up?
Hello! I'm in the process of getting worked up for surgery in the Las Vegas location. Just wondering if your got yours done in Las Vegas or Mexico?
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