anyone had surgery in Cancun

samtcd · November 19, 2009

Hi, I am new to this forum and looking at sleeves verses banding.

Mexico is becoming an excellent option for me but the east coast is easier for me than the west.

I know there are 2 good hospitals in cancun- galenia and amerimed.

Dr Verboonan and his team from out of the Galenia and I am hearing good things about them.

Anyone have any experience of these or can offer me any advise would be much appreciated.

Thanks.

Malaika · November 19, 2009

samtcd - Welcome to VST. I had my surgery in Mexico - however, it was Mexicali - I can't say enough good things about Dr. Aceves. I don't know about your doctor; however, all I can say is RESEARCH, RESEARCH and then RESEARCH some more.

samtcd · November 19, 2009

Thankyou for your reply.

Traveling over to california is not really an option for me at the moment, although it would be something to consider if I can't work it out in cancun.

sunshinegirl64 · June 28, 2010

Did you end up having your surgery in Cancun with dr. verboonen? I am scheduled for July 16, 2010. Not much is said about Cancun surgeries on these forums. I am not very nervous, more excited and curious than anything, just like to hear other's exper

samtcd · June 28, 2010

Hi there,

Yes, I did have my surgery with Dr V in Cancun and was very happy with it. I have had no problems and have lost a significant amount of weight and am still losing.

I don't speak much Spanish which was the biggest problem, however, I got along fine and it didn't bother me.

I liked the Galenia very much.

Don't be nervous, I am sure you will do fine.

Sam

sunshinegirl64 · June 28, 2010

Thanks for the prompt reply. Glad to hear you liked everything. Even more glad to hear of the positive weight loss. I can't wait to be where you are-past all the hard parts! Continued success to you!

Dawn