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Actually it was through research done on Internet and also talking directly to Allergen that led me to make my decision. They didn't lie to me....they gave me the information and then I took it from there to research. Thank you for your advice and best wishes.....I am hopeful for the best outcome!!

No you shouldn't worry...even though it is an older model it is manufactured brand new as Mexico is not licensed to sell the newer version. There are benefits to older version mainly the fact that it requires fewer fills and can be more effective in weight loss. You should not worry. I am going ahead to Mexico and feel confidant after researching this. I have decided to go with Dr Jose Rodriguez through Beliteweight with Jessica as my facilitator. I am staying in a 4 star Mexican hotel for 2 days, then having surgery on the 22 of May and flying back the next day. I was impressed how in depth their pre medical clearance form was and also with the quick response I get from Jessica about all my questions. Since I have to pay out of pocket , I don't have a choice about whether or not to get it done in Mexico or US.....I have to go with what I can afford. Thank you so much everyone for all your input on this thread......it was a great help in my decision.

Does anyone have any suggestions on good Internet sites to buy low carb protein drinks, protein water, protein bars, etc?? I need to go shopping and thought I might be able to find things cheaper online. Thank you for any suggestions.

Mine is May 21 in tiuana

I did some more research and found a Dr Jose Rodruguez through BeLiteWeight this is the info. I got back from Dr. Rod Allergan 10 cm diameter high pressure balloon of 4cc as maximun range of fill I have found will all my research this band helps lapband patients get to goal the easiest and all fill Dr's can fill this particular band. (Jessica- fyi this is the band you have also.) Dr. Rodriguez Does this band sound like it would be feasible?? Has anyone used Dr Rodriguez???

The band is either the 4cc or the10 cc he won't know until the surgery... They did tell me it was the original lapband

I just signed up for the procedure with Dr Kuri. The only thing I am concerned about though is the fact that he uses the original allergen lap band. The nurse told me it is because the new ones have more difficulties and the old one is better. Is this correct?? I found a doctor in Milwaukee that will do fills when I get back. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I get banded on May 21.