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I'm about to schedule a lap-band with Dr. Ortiz on Monday, August 27.

My husband is so backed-up at work, I don't think he can come with me.

Has anyone flown to TJ and back alone? How did you feel after surgery? And is the Marriott really super-clean? I'm scared I'll see some big cockroach or moth and FREAK OUT all alone! :D:lol::D

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Do you have aftercare organized at home? Do you have a local doctor who will do your fills? Many surgeons won't do fills for people who had the band put in in Mexico.

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Yes, I do. Thanks.

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I'm flying alone and being banded by dr Almanza Reyes on the 10th. Happy to share on the 11th :-)

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I'm about to schedule a lap-band with Dr. Ortiz on Monday, August 27.

My husband is so backed-up at work, I don't think he can come with me.

Has anyone flown to TJ and back alone? How did you feel after surgery? And is the Marriott really super-clean? I'm scared I'll see some big cockroach or moth and FREAK OUT all alone! :D:lol::D

slojo67 on here is getting banded the 27th in Mexico, I think same Dr. Hook up with her and see where she is staying. I think she is staying back in Cali tho. Good luck.

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My husband went with me. I almost went alone, but I am glad he came with. Physically it is certainly possible, (I felt great post-op & went back to work 3 days later) but for peace of mind alone, I think it is a good idea to have someone with.

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Hang in there with the constructive criticism about having your procedure done in Mexico....... :wacko:

You know what is best for you, and I think most responsible adults do their homework before making such a big decision. I you have any more questions, I would be glad to help. :)

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I also had my surgery in Mexico but a different doctor. I was not alone but just giving my opinion... I think it can be done alone. I would recommend trying to pack light and in something wheeled. At the airport, you can tell them that you would like assistance at your destination and they will contact your destination airport and meet you with a wheel chair and push you to wherever you need to be. That was the only physically difficult part of the trip for me was walking through the airport.

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Thanks, everyone. I'm going to have to go it alone, but this is all very helpful. :-)

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I believe Dr. Ortiz will arrange for a pick up from the San Diego airport and drive you over the border if you would be more comfortable with that. I fly out of Tijuana quite a bit but unless you speak decent Spanish it's sometimes difficult to navigate.

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The Marriott is as nice as most Marriotts.

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