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Sarah35

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  1. Sarah35
    I am just beyond sick with trying to figure out who to go to in Mexico. I have liked everything I have read about certain doctors but I am also only approved for $6700 in financing and have to pay the rest out of pocket. How did you select your doctor and what was your COMPLETE experience like? Honesty only please!
  2. Sarah35

    Dr. Ortiz?!?

    Sarah35 replied to nalasmom's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery

    Thanks for all of this info....I have been reading about Dr. Ortiz all day, so I am glad to have found this thread!
  3. Sarah35
    Thanks everyone....It's interesting. I was quoted over $8000 for Dr. Garcia. I have not spoken to anyone from Ponce De Leon or Ortiz as of yet. I don't care if I have to spend more. My husband and I agree that it's about experience, etc, not price. Also I should add....I have a lap band so I am looking for someone that has experience with revisions.
  4. Sarah35

    In Hella...

    Sarah35 replied to Elainarose's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    HI there....No I don't plan to travel to Mexico for aftercare, however, the group I have been talking to says that they offer one year of phone follow-up care after surgery. I wanted to make sure that this wasn't the same place. Thanks!
  5. Sarah35

    In Hella...

    Sarah35 replied to Elainarose's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    Where in Mexico did you have your surgery? I don't like that you aren't getting aftercare and I am about to book in Mexico and want to make sure about the people I am planning to go with. Thanks!
  6. Sarah35
    Does anyone know how to look up Mexico doctors to see if they are Board certified, licensed, etc? Thanks!!
  7. Sarah35
    HI everyone.....I have my financing in place and NEED to find a doctor for a band to sleeve revision. I have searched the internet and there are so many options that I am looking into....Aceves, Rodriguez, Alvarez, Kelly, Garcia, and on and on. Please tell me your experience and any other valuable information. Thank you so so very much!!! Sarah
  8. Sarah35
    Hi Sharon!!!! I actually spoke to you on your way to the hospital. So glad you made it home. Thanks again for talking to me about Dr. Kelly.
  9. Sarah35

    I Love Alma

    Sarah35 replied to FatGirlSlim's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery

    How do you get in contact with her? I have yet to pick a doctor, even though I have my financing, so please let me know. Thanks.
  10. Sarah35
    Thanks everyone....It just seems so overwhelming. I get good and bad reviews regarding all the doctors in Mexico and so it is hard to make a decision.
  11. Sarah35
    Hey everyone. I was banded November 2008. I have lost, gained, lost, etc etc. I am currently at 187 and my GW is 145. I have been approved for the financing and want to take out the band and have the sleeve surgery. Anyone else done this and had luck? Thanks!!! Sarah
  12. Sarah35
    Thanks everyone! I did not fail my band, it failed me. I started at 234, dropped to 160 and then it has slowly gone up. I am now 187 or so. I cannot eat anything healthy. EVERYTHING gets stuck. I hate it. I want to live! I am looking into Mexico....anyone have any ideas of doctors down there?? Thanks!
  13. Sarah35
    Great to hear.....I really HATE this band. I just can't seem to decide if I want to stick with my doctor here in Washington or fly to Mexico and save thousands!

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