Have you had Lap Band surgery in Mexico? I can't afford the self pay price in Oregon. Is it worth the travel and risk? Any input would be appreciated.

There are some great surgeons in Mexico, however you must be very careful when choosing one. For instance, stay away from the ones that still use the outdated 4cc bands. The 4cc bands are no longer used in the US due to their very high rate of complications, but many Mexican surgeons still use them because they can get them at a cheaper cost.

Also, you need a bariatric surgeon locally to do your fills and manage your health. It's very important you find one before having surgery in Mexico because many American doctors won't touch a patient banded in Mexico so it's crucial you have one established ahead of time. Otherwise, you run the risk of coming home with a band no one to fill it or help you.

Just my personal opinion, but I wouldn't go to Mexico for any form of Medical Tourism, including weight loss surgery. I just don't feel like your health is something to "shop around" for the best deal on.

Best wishes.

Have you had Lap Band surgery in Mexico? I can't afford the self pay price in Oregon. Is it worth the travel and risk? Any input would be appreciated.

Have you checked out Oregon Weight Loss Surgery?? That is where my doctor is, she is one of the top bariatric surgeons in the US, and she is number 2 in the amount of surgeries of this type preformed each year. In fact Dr. Patterson trains many other surgeons in the procedure. They are located at Good Sam in Portland. I'd check with them before I'd go out of the country. As Mis73 said many surgeons in the states won't touch a band placed in Mexico, so you need to look at the long range cost. Feel free to message me if you want more info on them.