Mexico?...think again!

I don't see anyone making it an aurgument other than the original poster, she really doesn't provide any useful information.  I wish she would.  I wish everyone could be mature enought to remove their bias about US vs. abroad and provide real information.  She doesn't even provide access to her profile to get more info if it's even on there.

You are right but this board is also for help and support.
There are many people like me who are looking into plastic surgery. I personally want to know her experiences. Maria's profile is set to private so I cant even read what she has gone through.
I don't think anyone was bashing her. I just think it left a few of us confused as to what happened, concerned for her and wanting to make sure is ok now an lastly, if a warning is sent out I'd at least like to know what the warning is about rather than a broad "think again before you go to Mexico" sort of warning. 
I don't feel that is bashing, it's a genuine concern about what happened so it's not repeated.

You're right, and I've always support everyone's opinion. This isn't the first time the topic has come up. The issue is how you convey it. The fact is that its hard to be suportive, when you don't get the whole story, and when it insults your own opinion. I am an intellegent woman *****searched plastic surgery and surgeons for years and made an informed decision and chose to go to Mexico. Does that mean its right for other people? Of course not!

People have posted that they have concerns about anesthesia, after care, etc when they travel, and I've had nothing but respect for them. There are also people who have posted recently about their issues with a Mexican surgeon, and I support them. Why? Because its not a broad generalization! They have tangible concerns.

Insinuating that someone shouldn't go to Mexico because they had a less than positve experience is like saying not to eat French food because you got food poisoning at a specific French restaurant, or not to go to Germany because you stayed in a bad hotel there.

Finally, it appears that there is a misconception that I or any other person lacks symapthy when they are share their own opinion about this post, which is not at all true! I think this is an illustration that yes, we can all have different opinions, but it is important to say them respectfully. "Mexico...think again!" sounds like "You did what?" or "Sorry that you're leaving on a plane to be butchered tomorrow". EVERYONE's feelings are important. You can't go running through the streets slandering a country and annonymitiy shouldn't allow you to do so here.

I know it sounds insincere at this point, but I really am sorry for Maria's difficulties, and am ecstatic that she got them addresesed. I just ask that people be equally respectful of my own opinion and be aware of how words come across.

This post makes no sense, other than to cause confusion.  I agree with Katie, if there is something important to convey - then convey.  Use specifics so that those who are planning trips to mexico or any other place can consider the risks.

I am going to Mexico next week.  I have no concerns about Dr. Sauceda. 

I do know that there are people who are not well informed and don't always ask specifically and intelligently for what they want.  They think their surgeon can read their minds or the minds of their husbands.  This is impossible.  I'm an RN and I know that patients can get very offended very easily.  IF Dr. Sauceda did something to cause your body to not look like it should - then say that!  If you just didn't get what you wanted - that's a different story. 

Sometimes I read a pre-op patients' post and I wonder how well their outcome will be - they might be readily interested in not following post op instructions or they might not be intelligent to understand why there are certain post op instructions given.  I, at one time, helped several of my Lap Band doctor's patients during their post op phase and I am amazed at how people want what they want - but yet refuse to do what is asked of them. 

Having plastic surgery is a sericus decision.  To be successful you have to do certain things:
1.  Be specific about what you want and expect your outcome to be.
2.  Be realistic.  IF you want to look like Barbie after losing 200lbs - forget it!  You won't.
3.  Follow your surgeon's preop and postop instructions to the letter.   Doing your own thing won't work.  You'll end up with complications that have nothing to do with your surgeon.

Any plastic surgeon takes on a great risk.  They meet the patient and do what they can to fix the issues of excess skin.  They trust that that patient will also do their part in following instructions to heal well.  IF they don't - often times they blame their surgeon, which is very unfair!

I do not know Maria's issue.  She decided not to be specific.  This is unfortuate and confusing.  I also think it's unfair.  Unfair to those seeking information to have a good outcome and unfair to her surgeon.  Being vague leaves everyone to make up their own vision. 
I sent a PM to Maria yesterday - I have received no response.  She is always welcome to post.  Anyone is - at anytime for any reason.

The above is my opinion.  I'm not talking about any poster specifically.  I'm talking about what our responsiblity is as plastic surgery patients.

I will check my mail.........

 Sometimes I read a pre-op patients' post and I wonder how well their outcome will be -   For my part, I read pre-op patients whoo-hooing their surgery, that they haven't yet had, and bally-hooing the surgeon, who hasn't touched them yet with a knife -- and I think, 

either these people are sock-puppets, or stunningly naive.  How is it possible to recommend a surgeon when you haven't yet been his or her patient.

That always floors me.  

Thank You for your point of view.Yes,this board is to open anyone's eyes if they're considering any surgery in mexico.Here,not only o they make you sign a million pages for your safety,but to protect them and you for any unfortunate event.I really felt safe this time around and I can't wait until my 6 weeks come around and I can show you all the wonderful results.
I'm not stopping anyone from going to Mexico,bu I do suggest you think twice.It'll cost you twice as much to fix your problem.

Just as everyone else has said, I wish you would tell your whole story, why post such a cryptic message, it's just confusing and doesn't serve you or anyone else well.  Please share your full story.

To clarify I am pro ANYONE sharing their story good or bad. Even locally my OB is amazing. He got me through a pregnancy where I lost 2 triplets. I met a lot of people who adored him as well. This summer I met someone who couldn't stand him. It was her choice. She has that right. All I meant was that not all doctors in Mexico were bad and that it was awful she had a bad experience but she might could help more posters with details as opposed to a blanket statement. A blanket statement without details is not a meaningful discussion that is helpful to people making decisions. Just my opinion for what it's worth.