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.

I still would like some more info on Dr A and going through Bariatric Pal. Where do I even start? 

I clicked on his name and I Googled him both gave me plenty of information besides what I read from post past patients posted

I am new to this app and forum, and am interested in gastric sleeve. I found references to deals and booking surgery for Dr. A through BariatricPal, but I am unable to find these deals. Can anyone help?

Thanks

I have a stupid question.  I would like to do this and use my sick time at work to take off, but I will need a doctors excuse.  Can I get an excuse from you guys for missing work that does not specify exactly what I have had done?

I don't have a date yet, but I hope it's sooner than May. If I don't have the option of before May, I'll schedule along with you.

I would love some information, I definitely want to have surgery in Mexico and thought I picked a great doctor. However reading more about this doctor I'm very interested.

Just a little update. I have lost 80 pounds and feeling great!!! No regrets. And highly recommend!!!!

I can't wait- I'm scheduled to have surgery w/ Dr A in March. He's awesome. I highly suggest joining his FB group if you aren't already a part of it

Awesome! I'll be there on June 4th if God is willing. Dr. A is gonna give me a new start. Beyond excited to see Mexico!