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So, for 2 years I've been working with the weight loss clinic to get gastric sleeve. I've done all the testing, jumped through their hoops but insurance will not cover surgery. And if they did, all my co-pays would cost double what Mexico would anyway so here I am.

Who do you recommend? What do I do?

Also, I can pay in full with income tax refund, but is there anywhere I can get assistance from so I don't have to wait any longer? I've wasted enough of my life, I want to get this done asap.

Any tips? I've researched and done all the nutrition stuff so I know what lies ahead. I just don't know how to go about getting it done in Mexico.

TIA!

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Hi there,

Sorry to hear about your insurance. Seems to be the case with many people. I am unable to use insurance so I will be traveling to Mexico for my surgery. I am using Dr. Carlos Altamirano through BariatricPal. Honestly, the best thing you can do is go into the FB support groups for these doctors (choose a few) and just read & soak in all the information from post sleevers. You will learn so much and it will help you with your journey. His FB page is "Dr Carlos Altamirano Support Group".

I know that if you put $500 down, it will freeze that price for a year. There are also a few finance companies they can also refer you to. Good luck with your journey!

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I used Dr Jesus Martin Lopez in Tijuana and booked my surgery through BariatricPal. I can't brag on Dr Lopez and his staff enough. My experience was great. I have had no problems and if I need anything I can call or email and he will answer my questions.

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What happend to my replies?? I had just recommend thet look into Dr. Ariel Ortiz and Dr. Illan.

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Thank you so much for your replies. I like the idea of joining Dr's FB to get patient reviews and learn more about them. That is one thing my husband is nervous about, bad reviews. I have to do my research and be 100% comfortable with who I choose.

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What happend to my replies?? I had just recommend thet look into Dr. Ariel Ortiz and Dr. Illan.

I have received a few notifications that there has been replies that seem to be missing. It's a bit confusing!

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Ya it's weird I had posted those 2 dr's info and their fb support group info as well last night and when I got up this morning my comments were gone but other people's replies remained! Seams fishy to me!

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I guess I assumed it was ok as the person above shared there Dr's FB page.... their comment has not been taken down.

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I suppose I should update.

I am having surgery next week on the 17th with Dr. Altamirano. I researched many surgeons and companies and his was the one I was the most comfortable with.

I am so very excited. For the first time in a long time, I have hope.

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