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I just wanted to update. I haven't been on here in a while. I've been trying not to get too excited so, I've avoided all PS message boards. Now that I am leaving in 10 days and having surgery in 13 I'm trying to learn as much as I can! I decided on Dr. Sauceda, mostly because of the quality of his work, the aftercare and just genuinely feeling comfortable. Not to mention he has quite a group of supportive people! Any suggestions about being in MX, or any other tips you guys might have is more than welcome!

I'm right there with you! I live in Alaska and its no joke up here. I talked to Dr. Fisher last night and I'm waiting on my quote today. I would prefer to stay in the country, but reading Dr. Sauceda's reviews makes me lean towards him also!

Could someone tell me how he does his pain management down there? I know that they aren't allowed to prescribe narcotics, so what do they end up giving you? I am afraid of being in a whole bunch of pain! Right now I am torn between Dr. Peter Fisher or Dr. Sauceda. I like the idea of staying in a recovery house for 12 days.

Hi! I have my date for my abdominalplasty! Could I get some ideas on what I might need? Garments, creams, things you wish you had or knew? Anything will help! Thanks!

Where does everyone get their compression garments from?

I haven't had surgery in Mexico..yet! I've done tons of research and narrowed it down to two. Dr. Cervantes and his wife Dr. Aragon. And then Dr. Laura Cardenas.

They told me to wear the binder they are going to give me for a week and then compression garment for 3 weeks. Every surgeon is different. Some don't have you wear one at all!

I am in the process of waiting for my insurance to cover mine. I will be going for the vertical. I will take some curves over a scar any day! Did you already try, and then appeal? I would appeal until I can appeal no more!

I appreciate everyone's replies to this! I have been doing so much research and been so obsessed lately with finding the right surgeon. I have narrowed it down to three doctors. Ones prices are almost the same as here (Dr.sauceda) and I don't think its worth it to travel so far and pay the same amount of money! Does anyone have a hotel they rocmend staying at while there?