I was close to 330 pounds and knew I had to make a change. I did not want to go anywhere because I was ashamed of who I allowed myself to become. I had done almost every diet out there. I just was tired of fighting hunger and craving. I heard about lap band and started to do some research. I quickly identified I did not want that procedure. That lead me my gastric sleeve and bypass. I did not feel comfortable with the bypass and decided in gastric sleeve. Now to find a surgeon. I found a surgeon and started to research him. The surgeon had good reviews, so I set up the conference. Went to the conference and another surgeon was there. I was not impressed.

I was going through BarriatricPal forum and went to the Mexico section. I was just curious and really did not think it was an option. I read some reviews and was impressed. I started looking at different surgeons and found Dr. Altamirano. I watched his utube videos and it made a lot of sense. I kept doing more research, education myself on the whole process the best I could. I made an inquiry to get more information and set up a Skype. Within a short period of time Dr. A got back to me and set up the appointment.

Did the Skype session, but really did not ask a lot of questions. I done a lot of research, and made the decision to go forward. Dr. A sent some forms to fill out. Filled out the forms and paid deposit. I also joined the best support group ever (Dr. Altamirano on Facebook).

Fly into Mexico August 11, 2015. I was picked up within 5 minutes by Roberto with Baririatric Pal. He took my wife and another client to the Hospitla. We were treated very well and the proceeds of getting cleared began. The Hospitla is oasis of hope and is very clean. I found the staff there very nice. Dr.A and his staff come by and spoke with me and said I was the first up. I will not lie, I got scared. Went the operating room and they were getting me ready. Dr. A kept talking to me and telling it was going to be alright. Right before I went under he stood next me and reassured me it was going to be ok. The next think I remember is I was back in my room, feeling very groggy. I was very hot, but they got me a fan right away and that helped a lot. Dr. A and his team kept in contact with my wife, which she appreciated.

Each hour that passed I felt better and better. Started walking about 5 hours after surgery.

Discharged the next day and went to the recovery house. It was very nice. Met Juan and he too care of my wife and I. He urged to walk and walk. While walking he told me a lot about the history of TJ. Very grateful for Juan pushing me to walk.

Summary: I have lost 17 pounds so far and feeling great!!!!! Dr. A and BarriatricPal have been great. Thanks to Anna, Henry, Sherman, Roberto and Juan. I will be forever grateful to all of you.

I highly recommend Dr. Altamirano and BarriatricPal 1000000 percent.

Ask about the gastroplication, it seems to be an alternative to the gastric sleeve. I may look into that one myself. Let me know how your consult goes :-) and good luck :-)

I'm from CT and because of my work schedule I don't want an extended stay. 3 days sounds great, 4 at the most. After the leak tested are completed I'll be more than ready to get back to work.

I'm confident Dr A can make that happen. My consultation went very well yesterday. Dr A knows his stuff. He reassured me (and my sister lol) that he would take care of me and as my surgeon make the best decision for me between bypass and sleeve. He even explained the mini gastric bypass to me as well so I can look into it and make an informed decision. Very knowledgeable and very nice. I'm ready to schedule at a few more questions.

Helena, I don't mind paying more especially since he has the most experience and also trains other doctors.

Thank you Helena, I will look into this criteria. ☺

Dr Altamirano did my surgery in Tijuana, Mexico on August 13, 2015. He did a wonderful job. I had complications after surgery due fact that anesthesia makes me sick to my stomach. Dr Altamirano was very concerned, he kept me in the hospital longer than most. And when he was sure I was ok he gave me a ride to the recovery house in his own car do that I didn't have to wait for Robert to return.

I am trying to respond to David Lopez so I can get this process started. After reading your post JMD, I may go with Dr. A also.

 

Can someone forward this email to David Lopez for me please? When I try to email him I get a delivery failure notice.

My email is drdanafitzgerald@gmail.com  He can email me there.

 

Thank you,

 

Dana Fitzgerald

Thank you Helena, I will look into this criteria. ☺

Danki please read my post about Dr. Altamirano...topic says are you looking to have surgery in mexico PLEASE READ THIS NOW

Dr Dana

 

Ana is e mailing you right this minute

 

Thank you for letting me know my messages where not coming trough

 

we have a special going on for Dr A we are making you part of it so you can save $399 usd 

 

Is the special on the website or fb?

Thank you David, what do I need to do to start the process? I have already completed pre-op doctor appointments here in the US. I was working towards having bariatric surgery in the US. However, my insurance company will not approve me even though my BMI is 57 or higher.

I look forward to seeing what Mexico has to offer.

Thank you

I can deposit. I am just not sure if I will have the surgery this year or early next year. Have a lot going on right now.

 

Thank you Helena, I will look into this criteria. ☺

Danki please read my post about Dr. Altamirano...topic says are you looking to have surgery in mexico PLEASE READ THIS NOW

Dawny28 I cannot find the post you are referring to is there another link I can get into it and read it? Thank you Dr Dana

@davidlopez

I looked at the FB group for Dr A and can't find the details on any specials you mentioned...

I saw them on bariatricpal.com

I am trying to reach Dr.Altamirano. we have a Skype appointment in a few minutes. I need him to contact me through my AOL email. I don't have Gmail account set up in Skype. I hope you see this Dr. Altamirano. I look forward to hearing from you. I am waiting by my computer now.

Same here Dr. Altamirano, now get some sleep ????