Omar called me today. He is trying to get in touch with everyone. I just thought I'd update in case anyone was still waiting to hear from their office. He will also be working tomorrow.

He spoke great English and we had NO problem communicating. He also sent me his cell number that I can text if I need to!

So relieved that this is getting straightened out!!

Definitely understand! Keep us posted!

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!

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.

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

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

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

Hmmm maybe I'll look into him...

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

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

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!

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!

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!

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.

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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!

I feel the same way!! Now I feel better about all of this!