ok so i want to look in to geting my gastric sleeve done in mexico but im a bit sceptical id like anyones feed back that did a surgery in mexico about cost, experiance, doctors, and location or really anything u feel like shareing id greatly appreaciate it maybe you could even point me to the right forum or blog to look at. much thankx

Many many people on here have had wonderful experiences with Mexican surgeons, and would be glad to council you in this area. My biggest concern in this, is how does an American hold these docs accountable if something does go wrong once you're home? They can hang up the phone and pretend like they've never heard of you. Is there, indeed, any legal recourse in that situation? I ask because I am uneducated on this matter, but it's one that I think you should find the answer to if you are considering surgery in Mexico.

Before I get flamed- let me be clear: I am NOT knocking Mexican surgeons. I'm am merely questioning legal matters.....

I haven't had my surgery yet but I am very comfortable with my choice in surgeon Dr.Garcia in Tijuana. I had done a lot of research as well as looked and read a lot of feedback.

I am paying $4700, The price covers ground transport to and from San Diego, your pre-operative lab work, physical, pre-operative 1 hotel night, your hospital stay (2 nights ), post op x-ray, 2 nights of post op hotel and all post-op medications it includes everything except your airfare.

I just gave my $500 deposit and the rest is due when I arrive.

Dr.Garcia works out of MiDoctor, a full service hospital, with ICU, 800 number to call back the States for free, cafeteria for companion , high speed internet, in-house pharmacy www.hospitalmidoctor.com

and Dr. Garcia has done over 4,000 procedures, great bariatric experience and excellent skills. Also there are 2 patient assistants to look after your needs at the hospital and hotel.

There are many great doctors in Mexico, so just do your research and pick the one that you feel fits you best! Good luck on your choice

You should also peek around in this forum on the board:(Self Pay Mexico) http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/forum/114-self-pay-mexico-vertical-sleeve-surgery-new-forum/

I am also going with Dr Garcia Nov 5th. When is your surgery, AngelEyes?

I am also going with Dr Garcia Nov 5th. When is your surgery, AngelEyes?

Hi Sunshyn,

I am arriving on Nov 7th

I think I will be going to the hotel part just as you are going to the hospital. Hope all goes well for both of us.

I went Dr Almanza, Jerusalem Hospital, Tijuana, MX. Out of pocket, $4500, everyone was AWESOME!! Couldn't have asked for a better experience. I felt totally safe & at ease. They were very formative & I the care I received was great.

I am also going with DR Garcia 2/2013