Ok I'm going to be sitting down with my parents and asking them for the $$ really soon, there is a good chance they would let me borrow the money...but I'm afraid they are going to flip out when they hear it is in Mexico and then tell me no way... What would be the best thing to show them, to tell them....??????????????

Maybe tell them about the surgery but not about Mexico. At least not until you have the money lol.

Show them the credentials of the surgeon you have chosen and other information you have. Arm yourself with knowledge, it is a powerful thing. Also, remind them that Mexico is just like the U.S., there are good areas and bad areas. Assure them you will be traveling to a safe area, and most likely accompanied by your surgeons staff at all times. Medical Tourism in Mexico would not be so successful and popular if the surgeons operated out of dangerous areas, it is vital their patients are safe to help protect their reputations.

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I agree, show some of your Surgeons testimonies and let them follow some of his patients on FB groups, or on here. That might help put them at ease:)

I was in the same situation, having to ask my dad for the money and also telling him I was going to Mexico. I did the money thing first, lol!

I was fully prepared with the info, website for the hospital facility, dr credentials, coordinator website, YouTube videos of patients and the doctors. Also it was helpful that I had a friend traveling with me that was reassuring to him. Since I chose Tijuana, it was a 10 min trip back into the states. Good luck!

I agree, give them all the info you can get! Show pictures of the facilities, success rates, procedure information, and if all else fails, ask if he would like to go with you as your companion! I hope this helps! I'm going to Tijuana on July 8th with Dr. Garcia! SO EXCITED! So want to get this journey started! Just got approval from my PCP that she would be willing to do my follow up! So that is a BIG relief!!

Let us know what happens!

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My parents flip out and told me NO....so I am trying raise the money myself, it is hard but I am am half way to my goal.

I wish you all the luck when you sit down with your parents.

Check out the article linked in the post, giant sucking sound . Show that to your parents. Medical tourism in Mexico is booming!