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    Default Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    Hi all! I am new. I am in the middle of researching surgeons but have my heart set on surgery in late October/early November. I would love to have it sooner, but I am a wedding videographer and I have a wedding every weekend practically from May-October, and I do have a weekend off here and there, but am not comfortable having surgery and knowing I have a wedding a week later, especially since it is not easy work.

    I would love to connect with someone who is looking to go in the fall, too...I am sure it is next to impossible to find someone to go with, but you never know. I am scared of going alone, for sure.


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    Gastric Sleeve Member Tamera2's Avatar
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    I went to Mexico and had surgery 1-24-17. It was a great experience and the care was very good also. I wouldn't have changed a thing. My husband went with me however there were 2 women in my group who traveled alone. It turned at just fine because there were a few of us who met in San Diego and then later the group met at the hotel. we were usually with others and the two ladies were roommates at the hotel. Our driver took us on a shopping trip on are 2nd day after surgery and we did that has a group. The area the hospital and hotel are at is in a safe upscale area, we walked all around and never felt unsafe and we were told it was safe to do. I was amazed how nice the area was. The hospital my surgeon uses even gets its medical supplies delivered from San Diego by Baxter medical supplies, they get food/water supplies from San Diego too. You definitely will need time off work. You can't lift above a certain weight,Nothing that puts stress on your abdominal muscles and no push pull movements for 6weeks. If you had a desk job you could probably return 1-2 weeks. Its also a full time job at the beginning just learning to drink and eat. If you have any questions I'm happy to answer. Once you decide on a surgeon then I'm sure as you get closer to October you probably will meet someone on here going to the same place. Good Luck,Tamera
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    Gastric Sleeve Member Donald G's Avatar
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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    Welcome as things in Mexico go much faster as far as getting surgery dates I would suggest you revisiting this question when your about 2 months away from your surgery date.




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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    Good luck finding a partner. It might be easier than you imagine.



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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    I had my sleeve in 2010 but I went to Mexico in the Fall. While it was getting chilly in the States, it was still warm down there. I took sports bra's, capri's, short sleeved shits, and a wind breaker with me and the weather was perfect. I think the Fall before the holiday season is the best time to go.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Christie13's Avatar
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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    There are a lot of people who go to Mexico so I am sure you would most likely be able to connect with someone. Have you chosen a surgeon yet?



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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    I went by myself and met 3 other ladies who also went by themselves. We are now good friends. Don't be afraid to go alone.


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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    Quote Originally Posted by Christie13 View Post
    There are a lot of people who go to Mexico so I am sure you would most likely be able to connect with someone. Have you chosen a surgeon yet?
    I haven't, I am narrowing it down now...looking at Ortiz and Corvala mostly!

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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    I am also traveling to MX alone. How many days did you stay in Mexico? Im only worried about managing my luggage in the airport alone post surgery. I only have a c-section as a point of reference, so traveling home is what makes me most nervous. Any tips?


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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    I will be sleeved in the Fall, about 30 days from now with Dr. Lopez Corvala.


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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    Oh good, you just put my mind at ease about a lot of you answered about the area, supplies. Thank you so much!!


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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    I'm scheduled for Sept 1. With Dr Almanza


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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    Order wheel chair service for going home. They'll send you an aide who will push you in your chair and collect your luggage.



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    Default Re: Anyone else planning on surgery in the fall in Mexico?

    I just got back from Mexico last week. I'm 14 days post op. Dr. Almanza is the Best in my opinion.. He has the most experience. He is also building a brand new hospital with everything there including the hotel stay and it's right at the US border. We passed it several times and thy told us it would be done in 2-3 months. You will meet people while you are here. I came alone and met wonderful people. Look into Dr. A. though I truly feel he is the best.

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