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trulyamazingtoo    127

trulyamazingtoo
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Hello,

I am new to this site. I have been researching about the surgery for about a month now. I am self pay my bmi is just at 35. I dont evwn want to hassel with the insurance company. I want this for my future health. My father, grandfather, aunts, uncles and cousin has/had diabetes. The majority of my fam has high blood pressure and weigh 250 and up. I just want to be in the normal bmi and live a health life. I don't really know what to look for in a doctor but i have decided i want this surgery. I would like to get it shortly after the new year.

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Packerfan61964    293

Packerfan61964
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Hi!! check into Dr. Lopez, Dr. Osuna, or Dr. Venezuela in Tijuana. They are all excellent surgeons. Paying cash you could have it done in 3-4 weeks.

GOOD LUCK with your journey and keep us all posted!!!

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MindyLynn5    21

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I am going through "alighterme" with Dr. Ortiz. With all my researching this is whom I will be using on my surgery nov 24. They have a great reputation. I am more than satisfied on my research on him, his results, and this company. If you have any questions about my decisions feel free to write or private message me.

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Shastasmom    24

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I used ALIGHTERME, Dr E. Ortiz on sept 4 th 2014. My BMI was 36.5. I'm down 24 lbs,feel great and have had zero complications. I paid $4400.00 which included hotel, transportation and all liquids and Jello I could eat.

The company was very professional, everyone spoke. English and the Drs. Were fantastic.

I have zero regrets!

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OCSlim    63

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Packerfan61964, through which Medical Tourism company did you book with Dr. Osuna, and how has the follow up been? I am scheduled with Dr. Lopez in December for a single incision sleeve. Also how are your surgical incisions healing?

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Packerfan61964    293

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OCSlim, I havent had surgery yet. I am having mine on October 30th. I went through Specialized Bariatrics. I first I was going to use Dr. Lopez.......but there was a little confusion in the booking because he will be in Guadajalara that week, so they told me that his wife, Dr. Osuna, was available in Tijuana that week. I've had 2 friends use Dr. Osuna and 1 use Dr. Lopez......so I am confident with either surgeon.

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It's Allgood    30

It's Allgood
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I used A Lighter Me and Dr. Elias Ortiz. I went alone and had a wonderful experience. I am a month out and have had no problems. I do recommend them.

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OCSlim    63

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Packerfan61964, I'll be pulling for you, and can't wait to hear about your experience and wonderful results. You'll be through the worst part of the healing when I'm going in for surgery!????

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finding_me_2014    4

finding_me_2014
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Dr. Lopez, October 23 in Tijuana! So excited and nervous!

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Freebird14    63

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I was sleeved by Dr. Lopez on August 13th in Puerto Vallarta. I'm 45 lbs down and am feeling awesome! Had a great experience working with Cathy Zimmerman at Specialized Bariatrics--she was always very accessible via phone or email. AnaKaren was my patient coordinator in PV. I saw Dr. Lopez once before my surgery and twice after. I'm SO happy I had this surgery. It takes care and work (eating correctly and being super dedicated to exercising properly), but it is an amazing tool I have promised myself I will not squander. It's a "forever" change that should be taken seriously and embraced. Best of luck to all on your journey!

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OCSlim    63

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Freebird14,

Thank you for sharing your experience and fabulous success! It is so encouraging! Did You happen to have Dr. Lopez perform the single incision technique, and if not, how large were your incisions and how are they healing? Thank you!

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OCSlim    63

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Does Ortiz do single incision sleeve?

EagleS12,

I haven't heard anything about Dr. Ortiz performing the single incision technique. So far the only one I know of in Mexico who does it, is Dr. Lopez. If you hear about anyone else, please let me know!

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