Hi Everyone...looking for some info....

roseredrem · June 30, 2010

I have been looking into WLS for years now and was under the impression that the lapband would be right for me. However, after further research I have really come to like the VSG. So now it's a matter of gathering more info (can you ever have enough? lol).

I plan to be a self-pay patient because our wonderful insurance companies would rather treat all the comorbidities that come with obesity rather than to treat the actual problem . So my questions are:

1) Has anyone used Global Surgery Center?

2) Has anyone had VSG surgery with Dr. Edgar Leino in the Dominican Republic?

3) What was the cost?

Look forward to any and all replys!

Thanks,

Rose

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goodlife · June 30, 2010

I've never heard of that doctor but I was self pay here in Louisiana and it was $13,600 and that includes a year of follow up complication care and a year of regular follow-up with the surgeon.

For what it's worth..I think you're making the correct decision to go with the sleeve over the band!

Good luck to you.

cwalker · June 30, 2010

I think the sleeve is a great decision. just choose your surgeon carefully, there is supposed to be some really great cash pay doc's..I think in Dallas or like Goodlife said in Louisiana.

SParkle · July 1, 2010

Hi and welcome

I'm sure you'll find this forum useful....and hopefully get the info you're seeking.

I was a self pay but here in Spain. The quickest way to get price info is to contact the Drs directly... as their price structure may have changed from other peoples surgery. I can certainly recommend the sleeve - as can most on here.... and certainly don't regret my decision.

Its all my birthdays and Christmas's come together!!

Good luck

Kathy