Ok. So I have been researching going to Mexico for the surgery. I really like Dr. Alvarez and everything I've researched about him but the cost for him to do it (without airfare) is close to what I would pay here in Florida where I live.

I am not made of money and I do realize that there are a lot of good reviews for the "cheaper" Mexico surgeons. Here is my question: Which Mexico dr's are good (and, of course, I will research it to death) but aren't over 8 grand. I really do not see (for example) Jerusalem Hospital as an option for me, no offense to anyone who has gone that route. The reason is I really would just feel humiliated being in a room with everyone else that is getting surgery that day and sitting there with my hospital gown and cap on. I am a very private person and really need my privacy. Plus, I don't feel comfortable going with a surgeon that lines people up and just gets as many done in a day that he possibly can.

I really just want to weigh all my options. I will probably wait until I can come up with the money to do it here in Florida, but that will take some time and I have a physical condition that causes me constant pain and losing weight is critical for me (even though my BMI is 37.7).

Thanks for your responses and no offense intended towards anyone.

I also had surgery by Dr. Ortiz & Dr. Martinez at the OCC in Mexico. The entire staff was wonderful and I didn't have any complications.

I used Dr. Illan and was very happy with my decision. I had surgery July 1, 2013 and have been doing great. His team was amazing. I wish you the best in your decision.