Dr. Kelly & New Coordinator Omar

[Finding Myself 146]

Thanks L. Yes I am still working on June 14, Omar will confirm that for me next week. I don't mean to sound grumpy, it's just that this is a very big decision and I hate drama! I cant keep changing my mind. .

[BeautyVGSJourney 99]

Definitely understand! Keep us posted!

[NJsharon 119]

I also received a call from Omar this weekend & just sent him an e-mail today. He said he is answering e-mails, but just trying to play catch up with them. But sounded like he spoke very good English, which is good for me as I speak no Spanish!

I am happy to see things are getting straightened out with Dr Kelly now.

Oh & looks like I am scheduled for May 10th! Getting a little nervous about that already!

[cissiesue 119]

I completely agree! Being a coordinator does not make you an expert on wls or on surgeons. I realize we have to rely on them for some things, but making your decision should have little to to do with the coordinator. It should be based on a surgeons credentials, and TONS of research! Some of the most brilliant surgeons have been known to be hot heads, temperamental, or just plain arrogant. (the tv show "HOUSE" is a great example, even though its fiction) It does help that they have a good bedside manner, but what this all boils down to is the skill of the surgeon. And I believe that most of these Mexican surgeons are very skilled. I'm going to Mexico for a life changing operation, not for silly gimicks, a mini vacation, or sightseeing.

[Finding Myself 146]

Cissie I soooo wish we could go on the same day. SURE you guys don't want to do it on June 14??

[goofycathy 89]

Cissie I soooo wish we could go on the same day. SURE you guys don't want to do it on June 14?? <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

How much is the difference between your surgeon and dr garcia? My sx will be $5000....excited to be in tj the same time as you, even if we won't be in the same place lol

[cissiesue 119]

I think its just a few hundred dollars. In my opinion, its worth that to have a more experienced surgeon. Im not daying Dr G isnt good, just that Dr Kelly has more impressive credentials, more experience

[goofycathy 89]

Hmmm maybe I'll look into him...

[Finding Myself 146]

Cissie maybe you could post some of that info you sent me about the FACS.org???

[cissiesue 119]

I made a post about choosing a surgeon, and the FACS, check it out!

[goofycathy 89]

Thanks for all the great info, I did a little more research since ive been home and Im 99% sure I'll go with Dr Kelly. I even went as far as cancelling with Dr Garcia. Thanks everyone for your input and thoughts!

Debly, we'll be sleeve sisters! yay!

[Finding Myself 146]

Sweet!!!!!! Today is the first day that I've felt truly excited about this!!! I'm focusing on 6 months from now when I go on my family vacation, hopefully approx 30 lbs lighter!

[cissiesue 119]

Cathy, I will be there just slightly ahead of you and debly! Debly and I had planned on meeting up at the hotel before I leave, hope that we can get together as well! Im so glad you have researched some more and found a surgeon that better suits your needs! If yoi jave any questions, feel free to inbox me!

[kg34 2]

MRSTEACHER,

I'd be interested to learn how they break down the tax receipt. I went through a coordinator in December and am currently waiting on my receipt.

kg34ster

[goofycathy 89]

Cathy, I will be there just slightly ahead of you and debly! Debly and I had planned on meeting up at the hotel before I leave, hope that we can get together as well! Im so glad you have researched some more and found a surgeon that better suits your needs! If yoi jave any questions, feel free to inbox me!

Thank you, I'm finally excited about doing this 100% All this time I was kinda scared and nervous but now happy that someone else will be there that I "know" lol sounds silly I know, but I'm super glad im not alone!