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I just had an initial consultation with a Dr here in the USA & they are quoting me $24,850 for my total surgery costs. Ugh.

So I am now thinking of being sleeved with Dr Kelly. But DH is not sure he could get time off to come with me, or would mean bringing the kids with us.

So wondering if anyone went alone to MX & were you okay not having someone there, just in case?

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I have read quite a few stories of people going alone and doing just fine. Plus you will meet other sleevers there that will keep you company. That was my experience when I went to Mexico to have my band. Do it. You will be fine. :)

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I also have seen alot of posts from people that went to Mexico alone. I have heard great things about Dr. Kelly so I think you would be in good hands.

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I also have seen alot of posts from people that went to Mexico alone. I have heard great things about Dr. Kelly so I think you would be in good hands.

I went4 weeks ago by myself. I was glad I was alone I do not like anyone around me when I feel bad. I would not recommend that youbring your kids..you will be fine by yourself..all you will want to do is sleep

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I am going to be sleeves in Mexico on the 27th. I will be traveling alone. Not overly concerned but I do feel nervous about being In the hotel alone.

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i went alone in oct and the only thing i wish i had another perosn with me for was help at the airport going home. It was a pain in the butt draging all my things thru the airport. Other than that it was fine you meet some great people while you are there and you can stay in touch with them they become your sleeve sisters and brothers..

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Thanks sweetness,

That's comforting to hear, I'm going to pack extremely lite. Should I take anything in particular? Anything you suggest or recommend?

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Thanks, your responses are all very reassuring!

My next question is, which doctor did you choose & can you give me the website for them?

I was thinking of going through www.alighterme.com & Dr Kelly, I swore I saw him on there. But now I don't, so thinking of Dr Garcia. Would really appreciate any advice in this!

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Hi NJsharon

I am from NJ as well, II chose Dr Ortiz at the Obesity Control Center in Tijuana. His facility is ICE certified ( international circle of excellence), wich mean they meet the highest standards of care. He is also a full member of the American society for metabolic and bariatric surgery. He has also trained a lot of doctors here in the states. His credentials are great and from what I can find a very low to zero complication rate.

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Dr. Kelly does not use a coordinator anymore. He books his own surgeries. I'm going on the 29th. I was actually going to go alone but one of my friends that had wls told me I will need support and offered to go with me. Based on what I read going alone is safe. And you will meet sleeve buddies on the boards that will be having surgery around the same time as you.

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I'm going to dr Alvarez in Mexico April 9th by myself. I'm not afraid at all-it's just an hour from San Antonio.

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Thanks, your responses are all very reassuring!

My next question is, which doctor did you choose & can you give me the website for them?

I was thinking of going through www.alighterme.com & Dr Kelly, I swore I saw him on there. But now I don't, so thinking of Dr Garcia. Would really appreciate any advice in this!

I am using a lighter me and going with Dr. Garcia my surgery is on May 7th! I am so excited.

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Hey Gang!

I am going on my own in April to have the VSG with Dr. Kelly on the 23rd. I am excited and hope to meet a few folks from the boards while there! I am from Michigan so I will be flying into San Diego on the 22nd and flying home on the 26th. I have been in contact with Anaid and she has been very accommodating and quick to reply to emails. anyone going at the same time?

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I am going April 6th for surgery with dr Garcia. Im glad I'm going alone so all I have to worry about is me. I'm so excited and not afraid at all.

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I am going April 6th for surgery with dr Garcia. Im glad I'm going alone so all I have to worry about is me. I'm so excited and not afraid at all.

Good for you!

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