TexasPoppy

Leslie,
I am scheduled for the Gastric Sleeve with Dr. Kelly (Dr. Jamie Ramos-Kelly) for July 26th. He is in Tijuana. I booked my surgery directly with his office instead of going thru one of the medical brokers. It didn't change the price, but I knew I was getting correct information straight out of his office. He is not the cheapest, nor the most expensive, but he is one of the most experienced. He also trained in the US and is a member of all of the various US associations for doctors. I started my Pre-Op diet last Thursday. As of this morning, I have already lost 11 lbs. I'm getting more excited with each day that is closer to the 26th.

I'm going to be sleeved by Dr. Kelly on the 26th at Nova. On my 3rd day of the pre-op diet & already down 5 lbs.

I finally gave up on the financing & went self pay for surgery in Mexico. The down payment requirements with these medical financing companies were about the same as total package costs if you went to Mexico. I hope things work out better for you.

I don't know if this would provide you with any assistance, but check out the information on this website for a possible grant. It's called: weight loss surgery foundation of America
www.wlsfa.org
I found it the other day while searching Internet for surgery financing options.