searching for information about overseas surgery

[gettingstarted 0]

First i am new registration here. So hello everyone.

I just found out will have to self pay for lap band based on my insurance coverage. So I am looking around cheaper alternatives to the costly surgieres in the States. Is there a list or sticky somewhere of doctors that perform this service ? I understand that research and due diligance should still be performed no matter what. Trying to search google is a waste of time . I have been searching around her and found 2 names abut couldnt find a central location for info .

Thanks in advance

[gettingstarted 0]

First i am new registration here. So hello everyone.

I just found out will have to self pay for lap band based on my insurance coverage. So I am looking around cheaper alternatives to the costly surgieres in the States. Is there a list or sticky somewhere of doctors that perform this service ? I understand that research and due diligance should still be performed no matter what. Trying to search google is a waste of time . I have been searching around her and found 2 names abut couldnt find a central location for info .

Thanks in advance

And my search fu was weak ...

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/forum/2451-self-pay-mexico-lap-band-surgery-new-forum/

[Rachel412 116]

I know very little, but if you go look on obesityhelp.com you'll see a lot of banner ads for surgeons in Mexico. I'll warn you that the band needs a lot of care after surgery to work correctly, so you'll still need to find a local doctor to work with unless you live close to the country you get surgery in.

[Corize 2]

gettingstarted:

Have you found any more information on out-of-country self pay doctors? I have also been researching. I know there are a couple in Mexico that will do the surgery for around $5000-$7,000. I am looking seriously at them but have discovered that I can't always trust the replies/posts on this site. When I research the doctor (either one), it seems he either gets 'glowing' reports or 'warnings' to not go there. I am beginning to wonder how many of the posters actually had the surgery done there, and how many are just working for one doctor or the other and trying to drum up business.

I'd like to find honest/truthful opinions. In searching their websites, they look wonderful and competent, but then, that's what websites do for every company that sets them up.

Being a self-pay, I know my only option is to go to Mexico to have it done, I would just like to get unbiased, honest reviews of the best doctors there to do the surgery.

[txtoy 0]

First i am new registration here. So hello everyone.

I just found out will have to self pay for lap band based on my insurance coverage. So I am looking around cheaper alternatives to the costly surgieres in the States. Is there a list or sticky somewhere of doctors that perform this service ? I understand that research and due diligance should still be performed no matter what. Trying to search google is a waste of time . I have been searching around her and found 2 names abut couldnt find a central location for info .

Thanks in advance

Hi.

I am also looking into self paying and going out of state. I had a friend that went to Mexico and is doing great. Look at lap-bands in Mexico and see what you come up with. She went to Montery and I looked it up, it is about 5800 for round trip airfare, meds and hospital and room and board. The who thing. Let me know what you find.

Thanks

[txtoy 0]

I know very little, but if you go look on obesityhelp.com you'll see a lot of banner ads for surgeons in Mexico. I'll warn you that the band needs a lot of care after surgery to work correctly, so you'll still need to find a local doctor to work with unless you live close to the country you get surgery in.

How much does it cost to go to the Dr. and get it filled and how often do you have to go?

[gettingstarted 0]

I am actually leaning towards the sleeve now .. I have an appt with a Doc in Houston Sat. And will see what he recomends and how much the surgery is here. Then I will do my homework

[mark hill 3]

Thailand is your best bet, they are better than Mexico, safer and better Dr's. cost about 6000$, let me know if u want more info about the hosp and Dr.

[gettingstarted 0]

Went to doctor Nowzaradan in Bellaire Texas and he stated gastric bypass for 20 grand... ( self pay )

He was very negative on all other types of surgeries. time spent in doctors office 3+ hours, time spent with doctor 15 minutes. They did a chest xray and circulation test everything came out fine.

Talked to the staff and mentioned self pay and they said 17k for gastric bypass

Decided to attend a clinic sponsored support group and found all but one person has gastric bypass ( and one sleeve )

Does anyone have any additional info on this doctor