There are many LAP-BAND clinics offering the procedure in both U.S and Mexico. The cost of LAP-BAND surgery has been decreasing in the United States over the past few years. The two main reasons are- the increased number of surgeons performing the operation and the competition from other foreign countries like Mexico and India.

my problem is where will I do it? My friend suggested me to go to Monterrey, Mexico and she is in favor of Dr. Zapata.

Any suggestions please?

Edited February 23, 201016 yr by alex

Here....if you're thinking of having surgery in Mexico, this link may be a good place to start:

HOW TO RESEARCH A MEXICAN SURGEON:

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f11/resea...s-101-a-66635/

Edited October 15, 200916 yr by plain

Do your research and it's up to you where you want to go and who you trust. I went to Tijuana for my surgery and I've been back there twice for fills. I was very happy with the surgery and the clinic. My doctor was Dr. Ariel Ortiz.

Do you have someone locally to do your fills? This is a necessary function of the band. Isn't there a fill center in the Phoenix area?

For me it was a matter of cost, experienced surgeon, and accessibility. It's an hour flight to San Diego and 30 - 40 minutes to the clinic from the air port.

Good luck.

its a matter of cost obese solutions offers both options of course the price is doubled from 5k to 10k, but you can have the option of having surgery just across the border in Tijuana or you can get banded in Los Angeles...

Obese Solutions, Surgical procedures for weight loss

its not the same surgeon but they give you the option according to your situation and they are certified "Member, American Society of Bariatric Surgeons"

Good luck on your new journey :thumbup:

Edited February 23, 201016 yr by alex