Pedro Kuri Bariatric Surgeon M.D.

I was banded by Dr. Kuri in Tijuana. The sad thing about being banded in another country is the lack of support. I highly recommend if at all possible you get your lapband in the U.S. and close by to where you live. I can't begin to count the number of times I have got a fill from Dr. Kuri only to have to return in less than 24 hours to have an unfill because the fill was too much and be told it was my fault.rnI used to promote Dr. Kuri but I've had too many time of going to see him to get some encouragement or suggestions only to be told I'm cheating. How professional is that? It's hurtful and it's not true.rnMaybe it's the hispanic machismo but can we be real and say perhaps if I had proper pre-op testing, including a psychological evaluation we would have found I should have never been banded. But Dr. Kuri would not admit that this is a crucial component of being banded. Instead he has contests to get people banded as soon as possible thru the holiday season.rnI've been kicked off his support group on line, possibly because I don't go along with the marketing scheme it's become. That's all it is anymore. I don't know why it's upsetting to me to be kicked off. I can't support the marketing scheme, so why would I want to be on the group?rnI'm getting excellent on line support at Successful Bandsters, another group led by an educator who has dedicated her life to being educated and educating others on the band.rnI know I'm burning some bridges... but I have to be honest and yes, I'm looking for a doctor here in the states to take me on as his patient

I had researched Dr. Kuri and booked my surgery with him without meeting him. My daughter went with me, she is a nurse and we had agreed if we felt ANYTHING was below par, we would leave and I would not have the surgery. Everything was impecable from Dr. Kuri's staff picking us up a the border to the staff to the very clean and modern hospital. I was banded on 5/10/08 and as of today am down 59 lbs. Everyone's journey will be different, but there has not been a day go by that I have not thought about Dr. Kuri and the tool he has given my to loose and keep off my weight. This site asked if there is anything negative to say, and I can say 100% that I have no negative comments or concerns about my experience so far. Thank you Dr. Kuri.

I love Dr. Kuri! I was banded in August of 2004. I can't believe how great the whole experience was. Dr. Kuri's team is top-notch! rnrnI was banded at the \"little\" hospital, but have been to the new facilities many times since. You will not find a cleaner hospital ANYWHERE. rnrnI would recommend Dr. Kuri to anyone who asks...

Dr. Kuri's compassion and kindness were the first things I noticed about him (other than his sweet smile). He is concerned above all for your health and that you completely understand the process of the surgery, and the rules of life after the surgery. He is world renowned as one of the top bariatric surgeons and specializes in Lapband surgery, performing over 4000 of them in total. Being that he is in Mexico and I'm in Canada, we discussed my family doctor and her comfort level with my decision as well my aftercare. The patient facilitators are amazing and mine was JoAnn Jackson from Denver Colorado. She is a nurse in an ICU and also had her surgery performed by Dr. Kuri. She and Drl Kuri are both a simple toll free phone call away if I have questions or concerns. I felt completely confident in the care of Dr. Kuri and his entire team. His website is http://www.lapbandsurgery.com/index-lap-band-mexico.phprn

Dr Kuri was awesome! Very professional, very human and very easy to talk to.rnThe day before the surgery, he took the time to explain me in details what he would do, how, and what was expected of me after. I didn't expect that he would take 30mn for that, as I already had received a lot of emails, videos and explanations from him and his associates! rnAfter the surgery he came to my bedroom a couple of times and even to say bye just before I left. I would warmly recommend him and his team.

Dr. Kuri is a wonderful surgeon and I was very pleased with the surgery and outcome. His office and staff were efficient and what I expected. Future patients shoudl know that ther is no follow up aftercare program. If something serious comes up he is ther for you and he is available for fills but that is a 2 minute appt. For me I needed an aftercare progrqam to go over issues. My first year was uneventful and I lost 40 lbs of the 80 I needed to lose. Since the first year (I am 2.5 years out) I have had issues that I do not get addressed. I am looking for a doctor in my hometown that will work with me on aftercare.

My first impression of Dr Kuri was that he looked clean cut and prfeessional. My first impression stayed the same with many additaives!! He is also kind, memorable, funny, and honest!! His office staff were wonderful all the time and were great at making you feel normal and confortable coming from another country! Their english was great! The least thing I like about all the staff and Dr Kuri is that they do not open an office here in Canada. Having siad that,l he has made trips here to Canada and I have seen him here too! Aftercare is very important and Dr Kuri stresses this the most! If not for that, the srugery will not work! The aftercare is from a distance however the office does keep in touch and Dr Kuri offers a support/party for all patients YEARLY!! I even think he foots the bill for the margaritas!!haha Dr Kuri is very honest and straight forward, He tell it like it is and explains all the risks invloved. He is clearly NOT in this business for the money. I have seen him personally turn people away! I would rate him a 10+ no questions!! Surgical competence and bedside manner would both rate top notch!! I hope I do not sound so positive that I it is too hard to believe, HOWEVER, ask me what you are worried about. I would love a challenge to find something I have regrets about!!rn

Dr. Kuri is very personable, knowledgable and one of the most expereinced lap band surgeons operating today. He explained the band and the operation thouroughly, and answered all of my questions. I felt very comfortable and confident in his abilities. The operation went well, though a little longer than usual becuase of a hiatal hernia repair that needed to be made.rnrnI appreciated the two days in the hospital, as well as two days in a nearby hotel that was all part of Dr. Kuri's package. It made sure that recoevery went well, and also had the benefit of soem forced relaxation.

Dr. Kuri did my Lap Band in 2004 and it was the best experience for me. He completely explained the procedure and was willing to answer an questions. His bedside manner was impecable. I would recommend him at wholeheartedly. I left Mexico after three days and had no complications so I have no idea of what his follow-up care is like.

I cannot recommend Dr. Kuri. I had my lapband surgery there about 6 months ago. After several weeks I still was in a lot of pain. I called Dr. Kuri's office. The receptionist told me it was "just gas". After a month, I called again and asked to make an appointment to see Dr. Kuri. I was told the only way to see a doctor was to get into the fill line. So, I dragged myself to TJ and was told my problem was "nothing" by the doctor on duty. I never got to speak with or see Dr. Kuri. Afterward, I went upstairs to his office to leave a message for him to please call me, but I never received a call from him.
A few weeks ago I needed a fill and went to Dr. Kuri's facility after pricing fills close to where I live.
When I went in, I said I was nervous and could the doctor on duty (not Dr. Kuri) tell me what he was doing as he went along? To my surprise, he told me I had to call the 800 number if I had any questions. I thought he misunderstood, but after a few more rude remarks by him, I was too upset to have the fill. There was no one else in the waiting room after me It then took me another 45 minutes of arguing to get my money back.
I again went upstairs and reported this to Jomi, who is familiar with both situations, and then left a message with the receptionist for Dr. Kuri to call me. That was a few months ago. I am still waiting for his callback.
There is no excuse for this. I wish I went somewhere else to have my surgery. The surgery went fine, but the aftercare and follow-up support is seriously lacking. I'm sure some people had a positive experience, but for me it wasn't very good.
If you are considering lapband surgery, talk to current patients about their experiences AFTER the surgery. At Dr. Kuri's office there are "facilitators" who are really sales people who are also supposed to help after the surgery. I spoke with several, and found them to be quite pushy before the surgery. One spoke Spanish only, which was impossible.
Something is just not quite right there, and once there is a problem, they don't either know how to solve it, or don't want to solve a problem and become defensive and adversarial in the process.
This is only my opinion and experience. I wish someone wrote something like this when I was researching clinics in Mexico. I hope this information helps someone who is on the fence about going to Dr. Kuri's clinic.