I notice that some of you went to Mexico for surgery. I am self pay and I because of it, chose Mexico. My surgery is set for July 23rd. DId you worry about crossing the border for surgery...where do you get fills when you need them?:cursing:

Before you go, make sure you have made arrangements for where you will be getting your fills. Many doctors in the US will not work with you if you have had your surgery out of the country. I had my surgery in Monterrey, Mexico with Dr. Zapata. I live in St. Augustine, FL and found a doctor outside of Orlando to take care of me...I had it set up before my surgery so that when I got home I knew where to go for fills and any aftercare that might be needed.

Good luck with your surgery - it was a piece of cake and having it done in Mexico was a wonderful experience.

Phew! I'm getting banded by Dr Zapata on July 18th. My friend had hers done there. She keeps telling me how wonderful he is and about the beautiful hospital. I'm glad to hear it from you too! I can't wait!

Not at all. The US doesn't corner the market on health care (as some Americans like to think- some countries wouldn't even consider coming here to the states for their health care).

I went to Mexico for effeciency. Time and money...none wasted.

I'm on maintenance now.

Anyone can do fills, you'd be surprised. However, some health care facilites don't like to do fills on patients they themselves didn't band. And mention Mexico or Vegas or their competitor...they may not take you on as a patient....all ego.

I found several doctors who take patients thru Fill Centers USA. This isn't really a center, just a facilitator for fills.

Good luck!

Does anyone have any info about Dr. Daniel Huacuz in Tizjuana Mexico.

I am going to get banded next week and would like some info about him from an independent source not the ones they pay to give them good reports. thanks janice

Dear VegasGrace:

Please tell me all about your experience with Dr. Daniel Huacuz, as I am going next week to be banded. Any info will be appreciated. thanks Janice

I'm about as independent as they come. Out of sight/out of mind...no news is good news.

I'm not one of those patients that have to have my hand held thru something. I have something that don't work...fix it!

Dr. Huacuz performed my surger back in June of 07. Just look at my signature to see the results. He only placed the band but he did a great job! I would recommend him to even a family member.

There was this one poster on here who swore he goofed with her. But the thing is, she never gave the details. So, it could have been a poser to try to take business away. But she seemed sincere. So check out the forums for her. If someone has a complaint about a potential surgeon...you should check it out. But she very well could have had the surgery by someone else and the same problem arose. Just don't know. Some will have complications no matter who the surgeon is...but that's all in the risks we are told about before we get the band.

Good luck and keep us posted on your progress!

Hi, Did you have your surgery with Dr. Daniel Huacuz? I am scheduled with him Aug 25th.

Thanks