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Anyone Going To Mexico For Surgery August 28Th 2012



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I'm having surgery august 28th in Tijuana with dr. almanza-reyes. Is anyone else going that day? I'm staying at the Hampton Inn in San Diego the 27th, the 29th, and heading home the 30th...Wish I could find someone going this day.

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I'm going on the 8th of August.

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Just be sure to find a surgeon to do your fills where you live before having the surgery. Most surgeons won't touch a person who's been banded in Mexico, so be sure to do your homework and try to find one ahead of time. Otherwise you could come home with no one to do your fills or help with your aftercare.

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And if you do find one that will accept patients from Mexico, ask them ahead of time what their program fee is and how much they charge for fills!!

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I have done all of that, found one 45 mine from home that is reasonable.

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I had found a dr. before I scheduled surgery that was 4 1/2 hours away, I wouldn't have scheduled surgery without having a dr. to take care of me first, i was just glad to find one closer and more reasonable in price... But thanks for the concern...

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Actually, it is becoming easier and easier for Mexican Bandsters to get fills in the US. I went to Mexico, too and got the same advice. But prior to even scheduling the surgery I found a surgeon to take care of all of my after care. There are even supplemental insurance policies that will help with any potential complications that may arise. I think that most people who make such a life-altering decision do it responsibly.

Rebecca- if this is you, pm me and we will have a conversation!!!

Jennifer

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I get banded by dr Almanza Reyes on 8/10. Most nervous about the 3day pre op fast. Afraid I'll eat without thinking about and blow my surgery.

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let us know how it goes i go the 28th with dr almanza

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I'm going on the 8th of August.

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What day is your surgery? Dr Almanza?

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Hey Slo -

Scheduling with Dr. Ortiz on August 27 -- we'll just miss each other!

Blue

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