So I went last night to a seminar with the only Dr. here in Phoenix, Arizona for the sleeve. (that I can find anyway) Turns out he has only done 6 of these surgeries and charges $21,000!

So after seeing all you ladies on here who went to Dr. Nick Nicholson in TX, I called his office today.

They are more than willing to work with me as an out of stater self payer! I have filled out my packet and sent it over to Lisa!

Even after hotel, rental car and airfare it will be cheaper than staying in AZ!

Im very excited!:001_tt1:

I'm so happy for you!!!!

Stephanie, that's fantastic! Keep us posted.

Stephanie, I am so elated for you ! ! ! I hope everything goes smoothly for you with the travel arrangements, and maybe some of the other Dr. Nick's patients will chime in, I bet one of them would even be able to check on you while you are there if you aren't able to bring someone, or if you need some support ! ! !

So I went last night to a seminar with the only Dr. here in Phoenix, Arizona for the sleeve. (that I can find anyway) Turns out he has only done 6 of these surgeries and charges $21,000!

So after seeing all you ladies on here who went to Dr. Nick Nicholson in TX, I called his office today.

They are more than willing to work with me as an out of stater self payer! I have filled out my packet and sent it over to Lisa!

Even after hotel, rental car and airfare it will be cheaper than staying in AZ!

Im very excited!:001_tt2:

Good for you Stephanie! My doctor here in San Antonio charged $15,500 for the whole thing . . if that is cheaper let me know and i'll give you his information ok?

Congrats Stephanie!

Dr. Nick and his staff are wonderful. You will love them! :001_tt2:

Congratulations! I too am going out of state. Having it here was twice the price.

My girlfriend and I are both getting sleeved on the same day. My mother-in-law (a retired RN) is going with us while my husband stays home with our boys. Strange way to take a "vacation" - huh? :001_tt2:

Stephanie, I am so elated for you ! ! ! I hope everything goes smoothly for you with the travel arrangements, and maybe some of the other Dr. Nick's patients will chime in, I bet one of them would even be able to check on you while you are there if you aren't able to bring someone, or if you need some support ! ! !

Absolutely - just let me know if you need anything at all.:001_tt2:

Congratulations Stephanie! I was sleeved 2 weeks ago by Dr. Nick. He and his staff are fantastic! Be sure to let us know when so we can check on you!

I'm here in Dallas, and I'm happy to help out any way I can. I really like Dr. Nick and the whole staff. I think you will be happy with your decision!

You will be very pleased with Dr. Nick and his staff. Great people to work with and a super competent surgeon!

Thank you for all the comments! So for the first time ever my mom said she wants to go with me! Since she works for a school that means Spring or Summer break. So after much thought, I will be getting sleeved in June. Spring break wont work because I have a Scuba trip planned in April and I need at least 45 days between surgery and Scuba diving. So, I plan on working out and toning up between now and June. Im sure time will fly by.

****Any hotel suggestions near Dr. Nick? How is the area around him? With needing a hotel for 2 weeks I need cheap. Motel 6??? Thanks!!!

Plano is a great area. I would seriously consider priceline.com for hotels in the area. You can get some really great deals.

LaQuinta is usually decently priced with good rooms and beds.

I'm glad you're mom is on board with you.

I remember a great outlet mall is there as well. There's lots of shopping, and fun things to do.

Plano is a great area. Lots to do nearby. If you are going to be here for two weeks, you might also look into an Extended Stay Hotel. The plano area has tons of them and you would get a full equipped kitchen or kitchenette and more room. Might save you some money rather than dining out all the time. You can usually get pretty good weekly rates.

Thanks guys! Im working on setting a final date and will book my hotel! Im sure the time will fly by!!

Thanks guys! Im working on setting a final date and will book my hotel! Im sure the time will fly by!!

Stephanie! Congrats on your decision! I've heard nothing but great things about Dr. Nick. Initially that is who I was going to use, but I too am an out of stater, and although I am 'from Texas' my friend is going to be the one with me and Friday is more convenient. The doctor I am going to, Dr. Davidson will do it on Friday! Dr. Davidson, who is also listed as a 'Top Doc' in Dallas is suppose to be top notch, so I'm happy with my choice too! I'll be there in June, but am headed there for the seminar and some pre-surgery stuff in April...surgery is scheduled for June 11th!!! If you feel like it while you're there, check out a couple of the malls. Dallas has great places to shop, even if you're just window shopping. The Galleria on LBJ Freeway and NorthPark Mall off Central Expressway are fun, fun, fun! Good luck!!!