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Dr. Ungson is a very nice man. He listened to what we had to say and answered our questions. He called my husband in the states after the surgery to let him know how I was doing. He always told me to tell my husband hello for him. He is a very busy man. He is fairly young to he is my age!!! I know to some that may not seem young but I sure thought it was! I was very impressed with the Dr. he is very family oriented and that is wonderful! His office staff doesn't speak much english so be prepared to have someone translate for you! Dr. Ungson was a great surgeon so were the other doctors that were on my surgery. The antistisiologist was great to. I have no complaints about my surgery, the way it was done.
Dr. Ungson was very quick to answer my e-mails. He speaks English better than he writes it - but is still very understandable. Dr. Ungson, the internist and the anesthesiologist checked on me at least 3 times a day, every day that I was in the hospital. I felt that they were very thorough and knowledgeable. I feel that I was taken care of, at least, as well in Hermosillo as I would have been in any hospital in the states. The nursing staff was very caring - not all the nurses were bilingual - so a Spanish/English dictionary would be good to have - but even with the language differences I was able to get my wishes or concerns accross and I don't feel that this interfered with my care at all.
My pre-surgery interaction was with Nina his assistant so my first opportunity to speak with Dr. Aceves was on the day of my surgery.
He was so kind and concerned. He did not treat me like just another procedure, rather like a real person facing some fears and having questions.
We started a little late because he was in another surgery. He was performing a mastetomy on a young Mexican girl who had no insurance (he was offering his services for free) Just a little insight into his character. (Nina told me this)
My impressions over time have just gotten better. He is truly concerned about me and my health.
His assistant, Nina, was so sweet and accomodating. She picked us up from the airport and drove us the 2 hours into Mexico, stayed during the surgery and saw me everyday afterward. She also keeps in touch with me now with e-mails.
Because I had this done in Mexico my after care was done with my private physician. But, Dr. Aceves gave me all my chart information including x-rays and the band paperwork. I have gone back to Mexico for my fills. All he asked me to pay was the x-ray room charges. $60.00.
I was a little trepedacious about going to Mexico before I went. I am SO glad I did. I have never had better care in my life.
I went because I needed to self-pay and it was so much cheaper. Now after everything is said and done, I would rather pay more and go to Dr. Aceves than having my surgery done anywhere else.
Dr. Ungson was Great.
He Spoke english very well and with that I was totally able to understand what was going to happen to me. He was honestly concerned about my well being.
He was there before as well as after surgery. He would answer any and all of my question I had.
He staff and the hospital were also wonderful. With the language barrier I thought it would be really hard to communicate with the nurses, but actually it wasn't hard at all. They have done this so many times before that they seemed to know right off the bat what us americans are feeling and what we are asking for.
Although I felt went to Mexico alone, they made me feel that I wasn't alone. Don't get me wrong, I was really happy when I was able to fly home, but I do have to say that it wasn't as bad as I had anticipated.
Thank you so much to Dr. U and his wonderful staff for giving me a whole new wonderful live.
Dr. Ungson was great. May 17th, my 37th Bday, had silastic Ring added to enlarged anastomosis on 5-17-04. Was 185 at time or ring placement. Now 162 and maintaining. Also, now distal. The care and attention in Hermosillo was far better than what we see here.
Dr. Aceves, the other physicians, his staff and his family are FABULOUS !!!!
My husband and I were in Mexicali for my 12/20/04 Lap RNY/Fobi surgery and we had a very positive experience. He is a very experienced and knowledgeable surgeon. He is also wonderful person, who genuinely cares about his patients and their families. He takes the time out to explain the surgery, procedures, risks, and aftercare not only to me but also to to my husband.
He took the time out to check on us several times during the day while we were in the hospital as well as while we were at the hotel.
My husband and I have worked in several hospitals in the US we have never experienced a surgeon who has been able to exhibit skill as a medical profession as well as demonstrate such a positive bedside manner.
We both felt comfortable and encourged about out out of country experience. We would have other medical procedure performed down there again in a heartbeat !!!!
Dr. Alberto Aceves has been a very important part of my journey. A year after surgery I am still in contact with him and his staff on a regular basis. They have always been there to answer my questions and boy did I have questions. They are very patient.
Absolutely the best! Dr. Aceves is so caring and kind - yet a true professional. He spent a lot of time with me and answered all questions patiently. I can't imagine a better surgeon. His patient coordinator, Nina Eguia, is FABULOUS. She speaks perfect English (the doctor speaks English also, though not quite as fluently) and was the perfect hostess and guide throughout the process. I cannot say enough good things about this great team. The anesthesiologist (Carlos) was excellent, as well; he checked in with me both before and after surgery to make sure all was well. Just to show how caring Dr Aceves is -- I was discharged from the hospital on Thursday evening, stayed overnight at the local hotel that night and Dr A came to the hotel see me in the morning before we checked out to make sure everything was okay. Unbelievable!
I became very interested in bariatric surgery, and started to do my research. After investigating many web sites, and talking to many people, over about a years time. I made contact with Nina, Dr. Aceves's assistant. It didn't take long to come to a decision after talking with her. I knew at that point, after dealing with insurance denials, that as a self pay patient, this was to be the route for me.
I just can't say enough about Nina, Dr. Aceves, and the staff at the hospital. The only language barrier was with the nurses, but we were always able to communicate. I think when someone is nauseated, the language is universal. Happily, that didn't last long.
It has been 3 months now, and I am down about 45 pounds. This was the best decision that I could have made for myself. My band started out very tight, and continues to remain that way, so I have not felt the need for a fill as yet, But, when I do, I will go back to see these wonderful people.
