Surgery in Two Days

[Band2Sleeve]

No turning back now. Flying into San Diego on Sunday then being driven to Tijuana. Surgery is on Monday. Will be in Tijuana until Friday, a full five days stay for this vertical sleeve surgery. Even now I still struggle with the idea of going to Mexico, but I feel I just have to push through and do this no matter what. The doctors here in the U.S. have said there is no question the lapband has to come out. Too bad prices for self pay aren't more reasonable here in the U.S. As for going to Mexico, there is only so much research I can do to find out about the place I'm going to. At this point, I just have to put a lot of trust in everything I've been able to find. I spend a lot of time in my head...thinking and rethinking and trying to make sure I've thought of everything and considered every possible problem and how I could handle it. I'm also trying to stay positive about all this, too. Thankfully, my brother is going with me so, I won't be completely alone. I've read here where some people have chosen not to tell people that they are going to Mexico for their surgery because they didn't want to deal with the reactions from people, but I've decided to let many of my friends and family know. Fortunately, they've all been supportive. Some more so than others. Some people have been downright shocked that I've chosen to go to Mexico. My thinking is that the more people know the better support and network I'll have to help me through this. I also believe, on some level, it forces some accountability to the center in Mexico. I've got a lot of people out there watching my back right now. I don't think this place wants to have any negative reviews. I'm hoping to have internet access while I'm there and plan to post more as often as possible. Thanks to everyone here on this site for the support and encouragement I've received so far.

[cycleoldlady]

Best wishes sent to you from Scotland xx

[dackn8tr]

You'll be in my thoughts and prayers over the next few days as you go on your journey!! Everything will go beautifully and you'll be good as new in no time!!

[L.Gould]

Don't worry about it too much, sounds like you have done your research so be confident in your decision. I also had those feelings before going to TJ Mexico, but it was better than expected and I was treated extemely well by Dr Lopez as well as the company that I went with. No problems and I'm doing very well with the sleeve. I will be thinking about you, & so will your support team! Have a great trip!

[Everdreamer]

You will be fine!! Think positive and before you know it you will be home and sleeved!!Hope all goes easy for you

[marilynlw]

You also have our best wishes and prayers. We will be waiting for your post to tell us all went great.

[SugarPlum]

Sending prayers your way, everything will go great! keep us updated

[Its_Me]

wishing you all the best

[Enfury8me]

Shelly, I just came back from having Surgery in Mexico and believe me, my experience was AWESOME!!! I can't believe how well I was treated by my Doctor and the staff!! Good luck to you!

[Harts4you]

God Bless. Praying everything goes well for you.

[lookitsabird]

Praying for a fast recovery! Everyone who has been there has a good experience, as far as it looks like on theblog.