Hi. After being denied by my insurance company (Health Choice) because I'm not diabetic, I've decided to self-pay and have my sleeve surgery in Tijuana with Dr. Garcia on March 18th. It's kind of like a roller coaster ride. One minute I'm excited, the next I'm nervous. One minute I'm confident with my decision, the next I'm ready to back out.

My biggest concern is about complications and aftercare upon returning to Oklahoma. I live in the southeastern part of the state - about 2 hours from Oklahoma City and 2 hours from Tulsa. Maybe 3 hours from Dallas.

Could anyone recommend a doctor for aftercare? Has anyone found a doctor who will take patients who've had their surgery in Mexico? Did you just see a Primary Care Physician? Or did you do your aftercare with someone who specializes in bariatrics?

Has anyone had experience with Health Choice insurance? Will they pay for any complications?

Any answers would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

I live in OKC. Hamilton Le is my doc at Interis Baptist. Call his office on Monday and ask.