Wow! Choosing a doctor to use in Mexico is difficult. I have literally been obsessed with looking up everything I can on the internet. I have narrowed it down to Dr. Alamanza or Dr. Juan Ponce de Leon. If anyone has any "new" experiences they would like to share I would be very grateful. I have questions about flying after the surgery. I am flying in from Orlando, Florida to San Diego and then being transported to Tijuana. I also need to know if I have to get a hotel room before the surgery or if I can fly in that day and have surgery that afternoon? I'm so nervous. I need to make a decision by Monday and schedule the surgery. I also need to apply for my first passport on Monday. I wish there was some sort of support group here locally. I love that I found this site though. Any and all help would be appreciated.

Lol....Would this be Tamboo's friend? The lucky B. If so welcome.

Ha, yes. I was just reading through some of the recent posts and saw that she wrote that so I figured I would create an account.

I'm still on the fence about it but heavily leaning toward it... definitely trying to learn as much as I can. I would probably have the sleeve done in Sebastian, (FL) although I haven't been able to find much info on the doctor (besides PR alerts and advertisements).

Tamboo

I took about 2 weeks to get my passport, but you can travel to and from Mexico 3 times without it so don't sweat it if it doesn't come in time. One of the girls in my group didn't have hers and she didn't have any problems with that at all.

Anyone who wants to can private message me or email me at kmacxx@hotmail.com and I will be glad to help you with what to expect and any questions you have. Dr. Almanza did a great job on my surgery and I have absolutely no complaints about him.

Got my date today. It's for October11th. I decided to go with Dr Ponce de Leon. I'm happy with my choice. I am worried though about my friend having to stay in a hotel if the recovery house is full. That will not be acceptable.

Its a hard decision to make. I have everything booked and paid for and I still haven't jumped the fence. I do think Tamboo would enjoy having a friend that is on the same journey. Well keep us posted.

I looks like we have a few Florida people on here. Maybe we should get together in a few months at Mickeys House. Ya know like the NFL does after a big win....lol I'm going to Disney!

Hi Everyone, My name is Rebecca, I'm having surgery with Dr. Almanza on august 9th. I'm getting so nervous, but I think it's the fear of the unknown.:sad0: Thank god my husband is very supportive and understanding. I'm on my liquid diet now and it's hard but I will get through it. I wish all of you the best of luck with surgery.

I feel you Rebecca. I'm on the 18th with Dr. Almanza. I can't sleep thinking about the unknown. Atleast your husband has your back. My husband changed his mind and doesnt want me to do it. He has been watching surgery horror stories. Best wishes to you. Lets know how it went.

Christine, I would love for you to be my buddy. It does suck that we aren't going the same day. This way though, you will be able to tell me all about what to expect. I do think we should start our own Florida group though. That way we can motivate and encourage each other and get together for fun!!! I found out that Dr. Almanza and Dr. Ponce de Leon share the recovery house. So it's the same house. My family has been supportive since telling them last week. My father insists that my mother go with me, instead of a friend that I have already asked. That's alright, I'm not going to argue against my mother going. She is somewhat nervous going though, as she is legally blind and will be in a foreign country. I told her I would still be able to see :crying: I can't wait to feel confident and sexy again. I haven't felt those things in a long time. I've chosen to isolate myself instead. I'm over it and ready to live life again.

Christine, I would love for you to be my buddy. It does suck that we aren't going the same day. This way though, you will be able to tell me all about what to expect. I do think we should start our own Florida group though. That way we can motivate and encourage each other and get together for fun!!! I found out that Dr. Almanza and Dr. Ponce de Leon share the recovery house. So it's the same house. My family has been supportive since telling them last week. My father insists that my mother go with me, instead of a friend that I have already asked. That's alright, I'm not going to argue against my mother going. She is somewhat nervous going though, as she is legally blind and will be in a foreign country. I told her I would still be able to see :crying: I can't wait to feel confident and sexy again. I haven't felt those things in a long time. I've chosen to isolate myself instead. I'm over it and ready to live life again.

Tamboo is your name Tammy? I think a fl support group would be great idea. I am happy to hear you have so much support from your family. It must take a little stress off. I understand how you feel about looking foward to feeling confident and sexy again. I live near South Beach and can't even enjoy going out there because I feel out of place. Fighting with my husband because I never have anything to wear out has taken a toll on our relationship. Im most looking foward to seeing if my attitude about life changes.

My BFF and I had VSG done by Dr. Almanza on June 10th. We flew from Little Rock, AR to San Diego. We had a truly memorable & positive experience. Everything went smoothly. :thumbup:The hospital & guest house staff were exceptional. I'd love to talk with anyone who has questions. Please feel free to message me.

I just left my PCM's office and I told her that I'm having the VSG done in mexico. Lets just say she told me not to come see her if I have any problems. I told her I understand and I would go to the ER. I told her that I would come see her for any blood work and things like that. She said that would be follow up care and I can't come to her. Now correct if I'm wrong but I have the right to have blood work done. And I guess I will have to make sure I drink lots of water because I would be S.O.L if I get dehydrated. I just don't know what to do.

My name is indeed Tammy. What part of Florida do you inhabit?

I live in Miami - Homestead. Its about 15min from the first Key.

Ah Yes, I remember...South Beach....

We will definitely have to get together after our surgeries. I live in Palm Bay. I know your surgery is coming up. Any progress with getting the husband back on board?

Ah Yes, I remember...South Beach....

We will definitely have to get together after our surgeries. I live in Palm Bay. I know your surgery is coming up. Any progress with getting the husband back on board?

Yes, I just have 7 days to go! And Im already packed. HeHe. Hes getting better. He still is giving me crap. I think he is scared but trying to act tuff. Sometimes I just wish he would just say hes worried.

Hey did your friend make up his mind? Its funny because I figured him out. lol

We should set a goal date to meet. Like 3mo. or 4 or....