Nervous about surgery in Mexico

[prettysleeve 1]

I had my surgery at at the end of February in Mexicali. I found the standard of care at the hospital to be excellent. Dr. Aceves did a great job and fixed my hernia as well. I think you need to do your research etc. I chose a hospital that provided more care because I am 50+ and figured I might need it. Anyway... only good things to say about my experience.

So please tell me how was your experience with Dr. Aceves, I'm thinking of going to him if united healthcare starts to trip out (lol)

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

So please tell me how was your experience with Dr. Aceves' date=' I'm thinking of going to him if united healthcare starts to trip out (lol)[/quote']

Dr. Aceves is amazing. My experience easily exceeded my expectations.

[SaraLou 8]

I had the same issues Jenna' date=' I was terrified .. I actually canceled and got my money back once before I finally went through with it.. and I thank God every day that I did. It is different, I am not going to sugar coat it. 10 of us in a van pulling into a strip mall to have major surgery.. I was in a full panic attack.. until I went inside.. there it was a crisp clean medical clinic, very nice people, very friendly, We all 10 had our surgeries that day/night and we all did very well.. I personally had to travel from the hotel to the clinic for check ups.. I would rather stay in a hospital and not do the travel if it was an option .. also there is no delivery of the pain medication.. you only get it in your iv when you drive back to the clinic. Most of us suffered from gas pain more than anything else.. some of the girls looked like they had not even had surgery and felt great.. they were smaller in size if that matters or not im not sure. But all in all, I knew it was cheaper for many reasons and My Doctor did a fantastic job, I have not had any issues what so ever with my surgery and one of the ladies that had surgery with me was checked out in the States when she returned home.. the Doc said " well, he knew what he was doing, that is for certain" . My cost was 4,500 , safe, clean, caring, very nice hotel, popcicles a plenty, free broth from the kitchen.. I would do it over and over and over again.. I do plan to return next year to get the flab removed lol[/quote']

Wildflower if you don't mind, who did your surgery?

[losingit2013 48]

Have you spoken to surgeons in the U.S.? I ask because I also thought the same. After the surgeon my PCP referred me to denied me, I decided to shop around. So, I spent the $500 to consult w/ two surgeons in the U.S. I was shocked that while the cost for the surgeon was comparable to MX, it was the hospitals that blew it out of the budget. A min deposit of $20k for one night in the hospital was insane and made me sad. There's something wrong with our healthcare system.

If cash paying patients can't get a discount in our own country, it forces us to go elsewhere for medical care.

Just make sure you have a board certified surgeon. I chose one that is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

[dork 114]

I was a little worried also. Mine is this coming Thursday, but reading up and researching I feel ok. I took all of my info to my dr and he checked it all out and told me the benefits outweigh the risk and to go for it. He wants to see me 30 days after surgery. He is coding it something to do with diabetes, which I have. He said it does have something to do with it. He's watched me struggle the last 20 years with my weight.

[Rox 200]

I am scared about going to Mexico for surgery, but then I think I should be scared. This is major surgery. I did the best I could to research the surgeon, but it kind of scares me that no one on the two support sites i've joined have this particular surgeon. I e-mailed Placidway for information and a rep from Hospital de la Familia called me and talked to me about the surgery. I did see some complaints about Placidway regarding plastic surgery, but i'm really not working with them. I made all my arrangements thru Hospital de la Familia. Anyway, I got the plane tickets and the date and if everything really ends up to be as I have been told. 5 days in the hospital and 3 days at the 4 star hotel. I do feel good that i'll be in a full service modern hospital.

[Lannie2202 25]

I'm in Mexico having surgery in the am and yes I am nervous. I know I am in good hands but very much out of my comfort zone. Ill post more as this process unfolds. But do your research and follow your heart...

[Earwood 136]

I was scared as well to have surgery in Mexico not knowing what to expect but I had a great experience with Dr Almanza and have no regrets! Good luck!

[SaraLou 8]

I am scared about going to Mexico for surgery' date=' but then I think I should be scared. This is major surgery. I did the best I could to research the surgeon, but it kind of scares me that no one on the two support sites i've joined have this particular surgeon. I e-mailed Placidway for information and a rep from Hospital de la Familia called me and talked to me about the surgery. I did see some complaints about Placidway regarding plastic surgery, but i'm really not working with them. I made all my arrangements thru Hospital de la Familia. Anyway, I got the plane tickets and the date and if everything really ends up to be as I have been told. 5 days in the hospital and 3 days at the 4 star hotel. I do feel good that i'll be in a full service modern hospital.[/quote']

Who is your surgeon?

[LesIsMore 22]

I am scared about going to Mexico for surgery' date=' but then I think I should be scared. This is major surgery. I did the best I could to research the surgeon, but it kind of scares me that no one on the two support sites i've joined have this particular surgeon. I e-mailed Placidway for information and a rep from Hospital de la Familia called me and talked to me about the surgery. I did see some complaints about Placidway regarding plastic surgery, but i'm really not working with them. I made all my arrangements thru Hospital de la Familia. Anyway, I got the plane tickets and the date and if everything really ends up to be as I have been told. 5 days in the hospital and 3 days at the 4 star hotel. I do feel good that i'll be in a full service modern hospital.[/quote']

Please keep us posted. PUSHing prayers and wishing you a great experience.

[jenna1 4]

I've decided to go for the surgery in Mexico. I'll be having surgery with Dr. Q on July 3rd! So nervous but excited. I've been struggling with weight for as long as I can remember and the risk is completely worth it to me.

[NicoleLpn 8]

Just wanted to let you all know jenna had her surgery yesterday and she is doing exceptionally well....up moving around not much pain either!!