Hello ~ is there anyone who had surgery in Mexico?

**Sammih** · 06-29-2017 11:51 AM

Question - do you do your follow up appointments there, in Mexico? How does that work? Do they give you diet guidelines, etc?
Just curious.

**epowell30** · 06-29-2017 12:07 PM

That is what I thought would be a downside no follow ups. However, I was given a nutritious as well with a full meal plan. My coworkers that had it here in the states are just routine follow ups. Just checking the weight, and visiting the nutritionist. Noting that we cant do on our own.

**mwenstad** · 06-29-2017 03:02 PM

Has anyone heard of or used Dr. Jorge Luis Green??
Or used Florence Hospital in Tijuana?
I'm putting in my passport papers today, hope to have a surgery scheduled within a few weeks.
Thanks Again for your posts.
Marci

**Tamera2** · 06-29-2017 07:43 PM

No I haven't heard of that doctor or hospital. Sorry.

**Tamera2** · 06-29-2017 07:53 PM

Originally Posted by Sammih

Question - do you do your follow up appointments there, in Mexico? How does that work? Do they give you diet guidelines, etc?
Just curious.

Before I came home from Mexico I had all my testing required and giving the nutritional support needed for the first 6 weeks. I was set up with all my meds too. Then my primary doctor at home removed my stitches. My endocrinologist monitoring my blood test. I followed up with a nutritionist at home at 6 weeks just to be sure I understood my diet. I attend a support group monthly at my local hospital that preforms Bariatric surgeries. Hope that helps. I haven't had any problems with my sleeve. Good luck

**americangrrl** · 06-30-2017 07:44 AM

I went to Mexico..had surgery with Dr. Hernandez..I also used Weight Loss Agents.... It was the ONLY way I would have been able to have the surgery...
I certainly wasn't going to spend 25K...( the absurd price I was quoted out-of-pocket...)... I have no regrets.. everything went fine... I am fine...I have had no issues whatsoever....they have their system down to a T... my total cost was $3750(includes $250 deposit), and my airfare to San Diego..(about $500).. Plus passport card, $35...totally worth it.. I highly recommend this option... even if u had the money to spend on it here, y would u??....good luck and best wishes!!!!!!!!!!

**ShariBerry** · 07-20-2017 12:22 PM

I did a lot of research and decided on Dr. Lopez Corvala. I'd suggest contacting the Dr. (whichever you choose) direct through their website to save money. I took a lot into account when making my decision, experience, online reviews, facility, and cost. Dr. Corvala is a bit more expensive than some out there, but has an impeccable record, and works and a very highly rated hospital, Hospital Angeles (which I wanted just in case something went wrong). Though he is about in the middle of what other doctors are charging in Mexico, he was still VERY affordable compared to the cost in the United States.

I go in for surgery in about 30 days. I will be traveling alone, so fingers crossed it goes ok. GOOD LUCK!!

**ToriH** · 07-20-2017 09:37 PM

Originally Posted by taranicholle42

I haven't gone yet, but am scheduled to have the procedure done on July 20th! I couldn't be more excited. I have friends who have had several procedures done down in Mexico, not the sleeve, but other things. My parent also regularly visit Mexico for dental work. It's unfortunate that insurance companies doen't help you out, but it's also sad how much more expensive it is to get procedures done here in the USA.

I will be keeping a blog of my experience, if you want to keep an eye on it.

Best of luck to you.

Tara

Good luck!!!