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I have his cell number and can call or text him 24/7 with any questions. Can anyone report that same ability to reach their US doctor?

Yes, I can do that with my US Surgeon.

My US Surgeon has seen many cases come back from Mexico with the port but no band. Please just be sure to do your research with your particular surgeon thoroughly to avoid one who is not top-notch. I'm sure there are both in Mexico (scammers and qualified surgeons).

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I have his cell number and can call or text him 24/7 with any questions. Can anyone report that same ability to reach their US doctor?

Yes, I can do that with my US Surgeon.

My US Surgeon has seen many cases come back from Mexico with the port but no band. Please just be sure to do your research with your particular surgeon thoroughly to avoid one who is not top-notch. I'm sure there are both in Mexico (scammers and qualified surgeons).

There are horror stories from all over the world and EVERYONE needs to do their due diligence.

I am VERY happy to hear that you have that access to your surgeon - that is how it should be in my book and you are the first person that I have known of who has been able to do that with their doctor.

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I have my doc cell phone and the whole staffs cell also. Its great.

There is something and someone for everyone. Research, as we all should do. What you feel comfortable with is ALL that matters.

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Well, now I will answer this correctly. I don't know any doctors in Mexico. But, I know that one of the best is there and he trained my surgeon. My surgeon 1st had his surgery from him. He was on Oprah one, but as I said, I don't know his name.

My surgeon seemed to really like him, tho'. Just make sure that you get a reliable surgeon and can find someone who is willing to fill you in the States. By the way, my daughters friend, her BFF, and her aunt all went on a weekend excursion to Mexico 2 years ago, and loved the treatment they received. teh clinic picke dthem up from their hotel in San Diego. They had their surgery adn then returened them for a 3 day stay to San Diego. Once again, I do not know the surgeons name. I believe he is the same one that my surgeon had. Okay, I looked up the name from google, His name is Dr. Ortiz. he is the same one that did my surgeon surgery, and my surgeon loved him. Karen (kll724)

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I would do it as a last resort ex no insurance coverage etc. I considered it but was going to cancun to get it done however that was only if the insurance did not approve before hand i visited doctors in my hometown and found one that would do my fills as long as he was part of the process talking with the surgeon etc from cancun.. point of all this talk with a dr here in US let them know your concerns and why you are going to Mex to get this done and you will be surprised with the support you get. Not sure where you live but True Results here in San Antonio TX is offering a 9995 special right now add up how much you are going to spend in Mex may even out! Unfortunately there are bad stories here in US or in Mex but knowing what I know now the way I felt after surgery If I had to travel not sure if I would have tolerated everything as well as i did.

Good Luck

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I am seriously considering the Lap band and I have been really frightened by the horror stories about Mexican surgeons. Thanks for the input.

Well, now I will answer this correctly. I don't know any doctors in Mexico. But, I know that one of the best is there and he trained my surgeon. My surgeon 1st had his surgery from him. He was on Oprah one, but as I said, I don't know his name.

My surgeon seemed to really like him, tho'. Just make sure that you get a reliable surgeon and can find someone who is willing to fill you in the States. By the way, my daughters friend, her BFF, and her aunt all went on a weekend excursion to Mexico 2 years ago, and loved the treatment they received. teh clinic picke dthem up from their hotel in San Diego. They had their surgery adn then returened them for a 3 day stay to San Diego. Once again, I do not know the surgeons name. I believe he is the same one that my surgeon had. Okay, I looked up the name from google, His name is Dr. Ortiz. he is the same one that did my surgeon surgery, and my surgeon loved him. Karen (kll724)

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I have to admit I read the title of this link to quickly and thought it said "Anyone have surgery at TJX, which is the corporate name for TJ MAXX and Marshalls (Their corporate offices are here in MA). Getting old is a bad thing!

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I am going to Dr Jose Rodriguez in Juarez. My surgery is scheduled for March 1st. I have spoken with 7 of his patients that were banded and they all have very nice things to say about him and their experience. I chose Juarez and Rodriguez due to the positive feedback I received and the fact that I will be in a hospital for a full day after surgery. To me that gave me a little more confidence that I will be monitored to ensure I am fine before I am released.

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