This is my first post, anywhere, about this. I have read the past thread about Dr. Altamirano and I’ve read the article about the BP not being affiliated or recommending him anymore. I also read the articles about the gentleman passing after surgery, admittedly, it is scary and heartbreaking. There were statements about Dr. Altamirano leaving needles and sponges inside patients, are these instances confirmed or just rumor? I will admit that my experience with Dr A has been prompt and pleasing so far. My surgery is scheduled for September so any information I can get, either way, would be greatly appreciated.

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I have also been bombarded with positive reviews about him. That being said, please don’t approach this as if I am 100% convinced either way. I am fishing for information, no matter if it’s positive or negative.

Edited April 28, 20197 yr by JoniR
Trying to be thorough.

I would be really worried even if there's an ounce of truth in it.. is there no other surgeons in your area?

It is a huge life changing stomach altering Operation...

I agree with Mikeyy. This is a big deal having bariatric surgery and you should be 100% confident in your surgeon.

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There are surgeons who are stateside that can/will do the surgery. I’ll be honest and admit that I’m looking for surgery in Mexico because it’s more affordable for me. Yes, I can come up with the money to have it done here but I can’t justify spending 3 to 4 times the money on myself.

I agree briswife, 100%. That’s the purpose of asking this question ?

JoniR there is a forum on here which is all about surgeries in Mexico. Maybe you can find recommendations for a different surgeon in Mexico. Best of luck to you! I'm sure you'll find one.

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True there's a bunch of people who have actually had good experiences in Mexico so just keep researching please do not settle for less..

32 minutes ago, Briswife15 said:

JoniR there is a forum on here which is all about surgeries in Mexico. Maybe you can find recommendations for a different surgeon in Mexico. Best of luck to you! I'm sure you'll find one.

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Is the forum on BP? Can you point me in the right direction please? And thank you so much for the information.

11 minutes ago, Mikeyy said:

True there's a bunch of people who have actually had good experiences in Mexico so just keep researching please do not settle for less..

Thank you for the encouragement! I will keep doing homework.

Edited April 28, 20197 yr by JoniR
Typo

Here is the Mexico link.
https://www.bariatricpal.com/applications/tapatalk/index.php?/forum/486-Mexico+%26+Self-Pay+Weight+Loss+Surgery

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34 minutes ago, Briswife15 said:

Here is the Mexico link.
https://www.bariatricpal.com/applications/tapatalk/index.php?/forum/486-Mexico+%26+Self-Pay+Weight+Loss+Surgery

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Thank you so much

I am going to copy and paste this post to that forum. Thank you again