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This is my story and I'm sticking to it!

After much contemplating I decided to take the leap and go to Tijuana for my VSG. To get one in my area in Virginia I was looking at a cost of around $26,000. I considered the safety concerns and the issues with aftercare for a procedure down out of the country. The biggest issue for me was the flight from Richmond to San Diego. I had never flown and swore I would never be on a plane. I was so excited about having this done I was able to put my fears aside and ordered my tickets. It was done, no going back. Non-refundable plane tickets and deposit to hospital paid. I was all in. I talked to the coordinator, Irene, several times and could not have been more comfortable with my decision. All of the people associated with Ready4Achange were so helpful and warm and comforting and I had no doubts that I was doing the right thing. I had my surgery on June 11, 2014. Today is June 28 and I am down 26 lbs. Dr. Garcia did a fantastic job, my scars are going to be minimal and are mostly healed now. I have not one non-positive thing to say about the entire experience. Mexico was great. We were able to get out in town and do the touristy things. Went to the movies (don't pass up the VIP section!), casino, and shopping. On the last day we got a tour of San Diego and went to Coronado Beach. Toes in the sand and legs in the Water....great way to end the day. For a total of $6,000 we had a week in Mexico and a life-changing procedure that would have cost me $20,000 if I had it done it. The attention I was given far surpassed any that I have received in the States.

Feel free to ask any questions!

Kimberly Moyer

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Congratulations on your decision to have the surgery. Good luck and best wishes!!

After much contemplating I decided to take the leap and go to Tijuana for my VSG. To get one in my area in Virginia I was looking at a cost of around $26,000. I considered the safety concerns and the issues with aftercare for a procedure down out of the country. The biggest issue for me was the flight from Richmond to San Diego. I had never flown and swore I would never be on a plane. I was so excited about having this done I was able to put my fears aside and ordered my tickets. It was done, no going back. Non-refundable plane tickets and deposit to hospital paid. I was all in. I talked to the coordinator, Irene, several times and could not have been more comfortable with my decision. All of the people associated with Ready4Achange were so helpful and warm and comforting and I had no doubts that I was doing the right thing. I had my surgery on June 11, 2014. Today is June 28 and I am down 26 lbs. Dr. Garcia did a fantastic job, my scars are going to be minimal and are mostly healed now. I have not one non-positive thing to say about the entire experience. Mexico was great. We were able to get out in town and do the touristy things. Went to the movies (don't pass up the VIP section!), casino, and shopping. On the last day we got a tour of San Diego and went to Coronado Beach. Toes in the sand and legs in the Water....great way to end the day. For a total of $6,000 we had a week in Mexico and a life-changing procedure that would have cost me $20,000 if I had it done it. The attention I was given far surpassed any that I have received in the States. Feel free to ask any questions! Kimberly Moyer

That's exciting ,y husband and I have surgery with him July 17th

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Congratulations Kimberly. You used the same Dr that I used on Sept 13, 2013. I also loved Dr Garcia and his team. I have lost 110 lbs thus far. Started at 313 lbs and as of this morning I'm at 203. 4 more lbs till onderland. I haven't been under 200 lbs since I was 18 years old and I'm 48 now. Best of luck on your journey. It's been an amazing ride.

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