Question:
HELP?

I am considering the Lapband surgery and I have to self pay. I want to know what people think of having this done in Mexico. It is much less money and they say they are more experienced because they have been doing it for 10 years and in US for only 2. I want to make the right choice but I don't want to choose based on price (it's not worth it). Any Suggestions?    — kumuat (posted on July 10, 2003)

July 10, 2003
As someone who also self-paid, I absolutely agree that money is not the biggest factor. I know nothing about Mexico, but with this link you can view a chart that compares the results of various types of surgeries. http://gr-ds.com/forpatients/comparison.html
   — Chris T.

July 10, 2003
My biggest concern about doing surgery in a foreign country is the after care. I am 7 months post-op and my surgeon is really the only doctor I see. I know eventually I will start going to my PCP, but no one can handle future setbacks better than the surgeon who did the operation and knows whats going on inside. Just something to consider.
   — Jennifer R.

July 10, 2003
Go to the South of the Border forum that is shown on the left side of your gallery page. There is more than enough info to help you make an informed decision.
   — Delores S.