Just discovered this forum and knew it was exactly what I've been looking for. I've decided to have lapband surgery in early 2007, but I live in Hong Kong and am considering having it done in Bangkok. I was just wondering if anyone out there had any experiences with doctors and/or hospitals in Bangkok.

I've even been in touch (via e-mail) with a doctor in India. India is emerging as a popular destination for affordable "Medical Tourism." Again, anyone have any feedback?

Many thanks.

Hi, I just joined the forum; I am planning a lap band in 3 months. (It was initially planned for Jan 07 - but there were some issues). I live in Mumbai India and understand the cost is 1/4 of the same procedure compared to the US. My doctors web site http://www.obesitytotal.info/about.htm. Hope this helps. Regards Devesh

I'm starting the process of looking for a doctor too. I'm in Hong Kong as well. I've looked in Singapore and there seems to be a good doctor at the Raffles Hospital Dr. Baladas. As I said I'm still looking myself but so far he sounds good the price I've gotten so far is $11,000 U.S Hope this helps. If you find anything interested let me know! Maybe we could start a Hong Kong group.

I was wondering if you'd found a doctor yet?

I'm starting the process of looking for a doctor too. I'm in Hong Kong as well. I've looked in Singapore and there seems to be a good doctor at the Raffles Hospital Dr. Baladas. As I said I'm still looking myself but so far he sounds good the price I've gotten so far is $11,000 U.S Hope this helps. If you find anything interested let me know! Maybe we could start a Hong Kong group.

I just started looking as well, I am from Canada. My first contact has been for a place in India. http://www.recoverdiscover.com/gastric_banding.php

It is the cheapest, but I am alost trying to find a place in Singapore (I just live that place so it would be nice to recuperate there). I am going to look into the Raffles hospital and maybe Hong Kong.

Tell me if you find anything.

I looked into Thailand and India. Thailand was a bit cheaper and seemed to have more experience. I don't remember now how I found them, but it was something like Thaimedicalvacations.com...... I just like Bangkok alot, so I am probably not objective....wanted to recoup at the Oriental Hotel and their spa. All things considered, though, it is probably cheaper to go to Dr. Ortiz in Mexico and he has a great rep on this board....but the Thais are so good at those pampery medical vacations....

Hello,

Have you set-up your surgery or decided on location? I'm researching for choices outside U.S. as will probably be paying out of pocket. (Also, this is my first post - hope I'm doing it correctly!!:bandit )

I just got some information from Dr. Rumbuat - the cost is 10600. Could you tell me more about the $7800 plus travel. I'm looking for a quality surgeon - but for 10k I might as well stay in the states and pay the extra 2K. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!