Fill Doctor

I am considering having the lap band done in Mexico . Being self pay I find that it is alot more affordable than it is here in Ohio. I would like to know if anyone in this forum has had surgery in Mexico and who they used for after care and fills. Thanks for the info.

I'm glad that you're looking ahead of time.  A friend of mine in FL was looking into the same thing and no local doc would take her as a patient for her after-care.  She ended up having her band inserted locally as a result.  She encountered the same problem, though, when she moved to Alabama the next year.  Once again, no doc wanted to handle the aftercare of another doc's patient.  She eventually found someone, but they're three hours away.

Dr. Trace Curry used to do fills for patients who had surgery done elseware.  Send him an e-mail and ask him if he still does. He is an awesome doctor. MJ

Hey there MJ, thanks for the kudos, heard you were in the other day and I missed you.  Congrats on the fantastic weight loss! Thanks to cincygirl too...I think I know who you are... Anyways, just to clarify we no longer do aftercare for any patients except our own.  We have gotten so busy that it would interfere with the care of our own patients, which isn't fair to them. Trace W. Curry, M.D. Medical Director Center for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Cincinnati, Ohio http://www.TheBandDoctor.com   http://www.FastTrack.md 513.559.1222 / 877.442.BAND DISCLAIMER:  Any information contained within is meant to be general medical advice only.  Please consult your surgeon on your specific problem!

Hi, I am having my lap band placed on May 13 with Dr. Curry.  I would highly consider having your surgery done locally.  From my research there is so much to learn regarding how to eat two weeks before surgery and then following the band placement.  I would also be concerned for your health if something went wrong while in Mexico.  I would recommend contacting Dr. Curry to have your surgery.  I am a self pay patient and I believe the cost is expensive, but you are worth it.  I won't give the cost of the surgery on this site, but if you go to Dr. Curry's informational seminar he will disclose the cost of the surgery whi*****ludes your fills following surgery.  I wish you much success in your decision.