Sleeved In Mexicali! Warning: Really Long ;)

[Frza 194]

Starlet' date=' thanks for posting, sure sounds like a "sales" ad for Dr. Aceves business. . . but if not, i'm glad your experience was so great. . .[/quote']

Was Dr Aceves your surgeon? If not, I can see why this might sound 'sales pitchy'. If he was your surgeon you'd likely relate to this review. These feelings are very common amongst his patients, many of us feel this way. Some have actually been berated here for posting glowing reviews about his practice.

I can totally relate to the OP's review. I felt the same way!

Congrats Starlet!!

[Kalipso2 25]

i did a detailed description of my experience with Dr. Almanza just a few days ago. i think it really helps future sleeve patients read about the day to day activities instead of something short and sweet. great job!

[happydaisy 48]

Hey, i just saw on tv some more news about all the drug war in mexico. How was mexicali? I am having surgery with dr. Acevas on dec 13th. Im a bit freaked out now.

[amykins 202]

My experience was exactly like the original posters, down to buying an extra box of pantazol (so glad I did that!). Happydaisy, the drug wars have been happening in Mexico for many years and you will be right inside the border and in a business section, nothing going on anywhere near where you will be. Plus you are driven from the airport to the hotel and back to the hospital the next morning. I traveled alone and felt quite safe.

[bgeb 24]

So after lots of research, praying and feedback from previous patients I think I have decided to go with Dr. Aceves. It is more than I had originally hoped to spend (still much less then in the states) but have decided I can't let price factor in more than my peace of mind. Phew, it's a relief! I've spent a lot of energy stressing over this! Thank you to everyone who posts such detailed accounts, it really is such a huge comfort when making such an important decision.

[amykins 202]

bgeb, you will be very happy with your choice. Feel free to pm me if you have any questions, but the OP described my experience down to a T :-)

[Sleeved&Hopeful 182]

Congrats on the stunning weight loss starlet!

[sleever10 109]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. I am scheduled with Dr. Aceves on 12/20 and hearing a step-by-step account of the events really put me at ease. I must admit... I had no idea there was going to be a spinal block so that worries me a bit!

[hurley911 59]

Can anyone share how much it cost to go to dr alverez and or a dr in Mexico.... For everything?? Approx??Looking at plan b if my insurance falls through...I know going here on self pay can be 18-25k out of pocket .... Just curious to what Alverez and others charge ? Is room, flight, surgery, Ramon and hospital stay included in once big price??

[TheCurvyJones 721]

Can anyone share how much it cost to go to dr alverez and or a dr in Mexico.... For everything?? Approx??Looking at plan b if my insurance falls through...I know going here on self pay can be 18-25k out of pocket .... Just curious to what Alverez and others charge ? Is room' date=' flight, surgery, Ramon and hospital stay included in once big price??[/quote']

Dr Alvarez is 8700 cash, 9100 financed. $1000 deposit to hold your date once you are approved and have selected a date. That's 2 nights hotel, 2 nights in hospital included. Transport to and from the airport is included. Flights are never included.

Alvarez is the most expensive of the surgeons in MX, I think. He is highly skilled. There are some self pay docs in the US like Dr Umbach in Vegas that charge around $11k. Again, flights aren't included but hotel is.

[bgeb 24]

Hi Ellie, I will be leaving the day before you arrive. So close to getting to meet you!

[O.T.R. sleever 3,386]

VSG in Mexico ranges from 4000.00 to 8750.00 depending on surgeon, location, & facilities.

[hurley911 59]

Thank you for your responses!! Much appreciated!!! Anyone on prices with Aceves in Mexicali...?

[Jesser 295]

Thank you for your responses!! Much appreciated!!! Anyone on prices with Aceves in Mexicali...?

Aceves is in the $8750 range.

[sleever10 109]

Hi Ellie, I will be leaving the day before you arrive. So close to getting to meet you!

Darn it!