Hi everyone! I'm just now reseaching the Vertical Sleeve. This is also the first time I've ever joined a Chat Room, so I really am a newbee to everything.

I have been corresponding with Dr. Joya's staff in PV. It sounds good for $10,000.00; flight, hospital room for 2 nights, 5 star hotel room for three nights, all medical expenses included, taxis to and from the airport, hotel and hospital.

Who has had their surgery done in Mexico? Who has used Dr. Joya for their surgeon? Is this a good price for all included? What other doctors would you recommend from Mexico?

My husband will be home from Afghanistan on July 21 and if I have this surgery sometime in the first couple of weeks of May, will I be up to travelling and sitting down to a meal with him?

Gosh, I just have so many questions. I sure hope that you can help.

Tons of people on this board have had their surgery in Mexico, myself included. I went to Monterrey for my lap band 5 1/2 years ago and now 2 weeks ago went to Tijuana to get that removed and have the sleeve performed by Dr. Jose Rodriguez (Dr. Rod). I haven't heard much about Dr. Joya on this board, mostly on Obesity Help, but he does seem to have a good reputation.

To be honest with you, if you're willing to spend that much money to have your surgery in Mexico, I'd check out Dr. Aceves. He's seen by many as the gold standard and has a phenomenal reputation. I think he's around $9000. You'd be responsible for your own airfare, however I highly doubt that would cost $1,000 to make up the difference between the $10,000 you'd pay for Dr. Joya. Dr. Aceves practices out of Mexicali which is a very nice city and also safe. You would fly into San Diego and transporation to/from the airport is provided.

If you have surgery in May, you'll definitely be able to enjoy a meal with your husband. Your portions will just be much smaller!

I used Dr. Aceves in Mexicali Mexico. I cannot comment on others as he is the only one I have experience with. Have never had a better surgery/hospital experience anywhere. Just search his name on these boards. You will see what I mean. There are many, many Mexican Dr's though, so just do some heavy research before making this decision. Good luck to you!

For that kind of money you can have the surgery done in the Dallas, TX area