Hello all! I am having surgery on October 14th with Dr. Ariel Ortiz in Mexico. I have just learned that I will be making the trip alone. This saddens and terrifies me. I have wanted this for so long and I am not backing out now. I was wondering if anyone out there is having surgery the same day with the same surgeon. Or maybe others who have gone before me could give me tips and/or pointers? Thanks in advance. Anything will help....

I also posted this under the self-pay/Mexico section. Sorry guys, I'm new at this.....

I went to Mexico, different Dr. You will be well taken care of so don't be scared. Having someone with you is great because while you have your drain and IV it was nice to have someone pick up my suitcase! Maybe you could talk a friend into going with you.

I went to Mexico, different Dr. You will be well taken care of so don't be scared. Having someone with you is great because while you have your drain and IV it was nice to have someone pick up my suitcase! Maybe you could talk a friend into going with you.

Thank you. My son may go. He's 17..... We're working on getting his passport

I went to Mexico by myself and everything went just fine. I was very well taken care of and there was absolutely nothing to be scared of. I had a different doctor but I have heard really good things about your doctor as well. Don't worry you'll do great .