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Yes, even for revision surgeries. Sent from my HUAWEI NXT-L29 using the BariatricPal App

Hi Muñekita, Dr. Illan does require a pre-op diet that is based on your BMI. Please contact us for more details. Sent from my HUAWEI NXT-L29 using the BariatricPal App

Hi tired mommy0231, There is one other person scheduled for surgery with Dr. Illan on Monday, November 7th. So far. But this changes day to day. We are constantly booking surgery and remember, Dr. Illan only does 4 surgeries per day max. Please contact me if you have any questions.

Hi Brenda Sherwood, I addressed this topic some time ago. Here is the link to the post: http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/372175-do-i-really-need-a-passport/page-2

Hi mb_11, If you are considering Mexico as an option for Weight Loss Surgery, you should contact us. Please give me a call once you have the opportunity.

You look awesome my friend! When are you going to visit us again?

There are different lanes to drive across the border, at least in Tijuana, depending on the documentation you have. Sentri Lane Ready Lane All Lanes Sentri lane (the quickest way to cross into the U.S.) https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/sentri Ready Lane (not as fast as Sentri, but way faster than All Lanes) https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1210/~/ready-lane---radio-frequency-identification-(rfid) All lanes If you do not have a passport, you have to go thru these lanes. No exception! The wait to get across is at least twice as long and you run the risk that the agent is in a bad mood, sends you to secondary inspection and you lose half an hour, or more. Do you want to miss your flight and have to pay hundreds of dollars to reschedule? Or, pay the $55 dollars to get the passport card and go across with time to spare? One other thing, with BariatricPal, if you have a passport card, you are taken to the airport 4 hours prior to your flight and we use a special medical lane to get you across quicker than the regular Ready Lane. If you do not have a passport card, you are taken to the airport 6 hours prior to your flight and go thru All Lanes. Please consider applying for the Passport Card. https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports/information/card.html Thank you

Thank you Kindle for all your years of support.

Hi everyone, I addressed this issue on another post back in December. Since I do work at BP's Offices in Tijuana and deal with patients coming and going every day, I would like to mention 2 things: 1 By Mexican Law any and all foreign nationals are required to have a valid passport to enter Mexico. The way Mexican Inmigration work is that they search cars randomly and most people are lucky not to be asked to present a passport. If by any chance you have the bad luck and are asked to present your passport and don't have one, believe it or not, you can be deported, and the driver imprisoned for trafficking illegals. 2 To reenter the U.S. you do need your passport or passport card (the latter is preferable). Even if Mexico does border the U.S., it is still international travel and you are subject to secondary inspection that could be time-consuming and could cause you to lose your flight. Please avoid any unnecessary problems and apply for your passport card. Thank you

Hi hellosweeetie, If you are having VSG surgery through BariatricPal, you stay 2 nights at the hospital and another 2 nights at one of our Guest Condos. You would be able to travel back home on the 5th day. Please contact me if you have any other questions.

Hi WitchySar, If you decide to go "self-pay", BariatricPal can help you. We recommend the following surgeons: • Dr. jaime Ponce de leon starts at $4999 • dr. Jesus Lopez Dominguez starts at $4399 • Dr. Jalil Illan starts at $4399 We offer way more than all of the independent surgery facilitators in the care of our patients. The surgery packages we offer have all ground transportation and accommodations included for yourself and up to 1 companion. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns so we can go over all the details and get you the most comprehensive surgery package available in Mexico.

Hi Nancy L, My name is Enrique “Henry” Cortez, I am the Office Manager for Bariatric Pal Team MX. You should have a look at these posts. I believe Green1 had this surgery. http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/368430-lap-band-with-plication-removal/ http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/369599-lap-band-shoulder-pain/ http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/367178-surgery-revision-question/

Thank you MissKay! Please keep us informed of your progress.

Hi mermaid_nurse, Please contact us so we can send you information about our services in Tijuana. You can find our contact info below.

Hi Atraveler, Most bariatric surgeons do not recommend the balloon because it is a temporary fix and does not offer good long term results. The average weight loss with the balloon is 20 to 25 pounds over 6 months. It also has to be removed after six months per FDA recommendations. Please contact me to see what other options are available for you.

Hi JB6616, Please contact me if you would like more information about having your surgery in Mexico. Our surgeons offer complete packages and we also offer financial assistance.

Hi nerd_is_inferred, Sorry to hear that your mom doesn't like the idea of you going to Tijuana for surgery. Why don't you join our Facebook Group and contact some of our patients so they can talk with your mom about their experience? BariatricPal TeamMX Weight Loss Surgery Group Please contact me if you have any questions.

Hi fancypants67, Have you considered any of BariatricPal's endorsed Surgeons? With your BMI, I can get you in 2-3 weeks. Dr. jaime Ponce de leon dr. Jesus Lopez Dominguez Dr. Jalil Illan You can look them up here: http://teammx.bariatricpal.com/ Please contact me if you need more information.

Hi Green1, Could you please contact me? One of our surgeons could be able to help you.

Well, for example, Dr. jaime Ponce de leon in Tijuana. He has been doing Bariatric Surgeries for over 20 years. Also, a surgeon in the US might be doing 3 maybe 5 surgeries in a week, Bariatric Surgeons in Tijuana may do 3 to 4 a day. I can guarantee that they have more practice, therefore, more experience. But, like Valentina stated, "DO YOUR RESEARCH". Because in Mexico, like in the US, there are surgeons you would definitely want to avoid. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi allyrenee11, Have you considered surgery in Tijuana Mexico? The cost is lower and the surgeons have more experience. http://teammx.bariatricpal.com/pricing/ Please contact me if you are interested.

I look forward to meeting you on Friday! Have a safe trip.

Hi engrmom40, Please check out the Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery forum. BariatricPal Team MX works with several surgeons in Tijuana, Mexico and we can actually arrange a Skype, Face Time or phone consultation. Please contact me if you require assistance.

Looking forward to meeting you here in TJ!

Hi Everyone, Our Group's Surgeons have full blood work done, EKG and Chest X-ray as part of their Pre-op tests. There may also be additional test done as well, depending on the patient's medical history.