My husband wants to go to Mexico to have the lapband because of the cost. It is all out of pocket for us. Any good stories or horror stories? Any recommendations on where to go or not to go? He has it scheduled Nov 12. in Rosarito! Scarey for me but he is determined. HELP

I got banded, unbanded and rebanded in Mexico with Dr. Ortiz. He's a wonderful surgeon and my scars are pretty much non-existent. BUT you need to make sure you have medical attention here too. I didn't the first time and I'm sorry I didn't. The second time I contacted a doc and talked with him about it BEFORE I got my 2nd band. He likes Dr. Ortiz and agreed to be my doctor here. Not all doctors in the states will take you if you go to Mexico. Dr. Ortiz and his staff were a very good experience. Very different from here, but it was good. Do your research and good luck to you.

Anyone heard or New Life Surgical Services in Mexico?

Dr. Jusus Martin Domingues Lopex, Dr Jose Tonatihh Vanquez gonzalea and Anethesioslosist Hector Manuel Machado

got a great website.

just got back last night from Tijuana. Had surg Monday afternoon from Dr. Lopez at Hospital Angelis. I had no trouble what so ever. My BMI is 45. There were three others that were in line with me. All varaying degrees of pain or discomfort. I think the less your bmi the less problems. I was up and walking within 1.5 hours of operation. This is a very clean hospital and you get excellent attention. Only prob was the language barrier but it all worked out fine. They found a translator for me from time to time. And I know you are wondering if I would do it again...YES. I am an ex college f-ball player who had a large appetite. I have had jello, chicken broth and hot tea for each meal since monday. Still not craving my old habits. So far so good for me. I will answer anyomore questions you may have.

My mom had her surgery in Mexico and is doing fine, I'm getting mine done in Mexico also Nov 10th is a big day!! I'll let you know how it goes?

I was banded in mexicali mexico by Dr. Aceves.

He is wonderful and his staff is the very best!

I would recommend him to anyone!

How much did you pay and do you have anybody to do follow ups for you here in the States?

How much did you pay and do you have anybody to do follow ups for you here in the States?

My husband got it done and it was 7,000. I have writen an article about the experience if you are interested.

please email me direct at elainesollars@gmail.com for photos and details. It was an amazing experience for him.

Hi all. I was just banded on Thurs. in Juarez by Dr. Jose Rodriguez. I am doing good and would recommend him and the hospital was very very nice. If you have questions please contact me I would be willing ot speak to you. There were a few things I would have liked to have known, but none would have been deal breakers. So far so good...although I am hungry I must say. I am jealous of those of you that coming out not hungry....you can send me a PM and I will respond. One thing for sure...RESEARCH RESEARCH RESEARCH...