This Is Just So Frustrating! Doctor Selection....

[BeautyVGSJourney 99]

They cannot make you stay in Mexico but they can certainly hold you up. For me it was safer to have the passport, but that is my personal opinion.

[tonibugg 64]

After months of research I'm going with Dr Francisco Gonzalez. He's with BajaMed Group. I don't want the experience of being herded through like cattle being tagged. I'm sure this is going to piss people off with me saying that. Google him. His records and achievements speak for themselves. No, your not going to see his name plastered up on here BC he doesn't pay all of the tons of money on advertising and supporting these forums to promote his name. He doesn't need to. Period. I'm paying 6300 and have been on touch with my surgeons from the get-go. I'm also vlogging my entire experience at YouTube.com/shesstrangelynormal. Ultimately, if u wanna stand in line all day like cattle being tagged, go with someone else and pay 4500-5000. That's not for me. Ugh

I completely agree!! I am using Dr Rodgriguez because he has done over 1000 sleeves and even more Gastric Bypass. One of my main factors for deciding was that he is in the StarMedica Hospital (new and has incredible reviews) and the cost ($6800) included 4 days at the hospital, all pre and post op care, surgery fees, and transportation to and from the hospital etc. I can't find one bad review about him or his staff. I read some reviews where people were in a strip mall surgery center and went back to a "recovery house" or hotel! Although this may be ok for some, it was definitely NOT ok for my choice!! I want to be in a hospital with nurses and docs around lol I'm glad to know someone else feels the same! I am sorry if anyone is offended by this, it is not meant to be derogatory, simply my choice in sugeons and how I wanted to be "handled lol" after surgery. I guess I'm spoiled!!!

[StrangelyNormal 182]

My thoughts exactly! When is your surgery Tonibugg?? Mine is July 19

[tonibugg 64]

My thoughts exactly! When is your surgery Tonibugg?? Mine is July 19

Mine is June 29! Woo Hoo!! So excited!

[StrangelyNormal 182]

That's my birthday! June 29! My name is April but I was born in June (I really do think my mom had a lot of painkillers in her system when she named me)

[tonibugg 64]

That's my birthday! June 29! My name is April but I was born in June (I really do think my mom had a lot of painkillers in her system when she named me)

haha!! I will totally be thinking about you now while they are rolling me back to surgery! lol

I am so glad I found this forum I have found some really great people to talk to through this journey!! Congrats on your upcoming surgery, I will be following your journey! Keep us posted

[StrangelyNormal 182]

haha!! I will totally be thinking about you now while they are rolling me back to surgery! lol

I am so glad I found this forum I have found some really great people to talk to through this journey!! Congrats on your upcoming surgery' date=' I will be following your journey! Keep us posted [/quote']

Will do!

[emme 27]

I chose Dr. Garcia. He is 5000 and my experience was absolutely great. My surgery was on May 7th and I have done great. I would do it all over again. I did my research and have heard not one bad thing from his patients.

2bsmalI have been following your posts since April before your Surgery .. I had picked Almanza until I read further about how lots were pleased with Dr Garcia but for more money. I have researched and made my decision to go with Garcia.. Woo hoo! I'm not scheduled Til Sept 13th so I can save the money but I've paid my $500 and getting passport cards .. My husband is going with me.. Thank you and all that post play by play. So helpful!

[FatGirlSlim 115]

2bsmalI have been following your posts since April before your Surgery .. I had picked Almanza until I read further about how lots were pleased with Dr Garcia but for more money. I have researched and made my decision to go with Garcia.. Woo hoo! I'm not scheduled Til Sept 13th so I can save the money but I've paid my 500 and getting passport cards .. My husband is going with me.. Thank you and all that post play by play. So helpful!

Great choice!!! Of course I am biased!!!

[Naturals 23]

I have been reading the posts as I too am searching for a great experience. I thought I would go to Dr. Garcia, did you know that there are more that one Dr. Garcia? out of the same hospital? Aarrgg I hope I chose well. Dr. I. Cabrera Garcia. Regene is the coordinator. Anyone? Anyone?

[sid_n_reagans_mommy 114]

I have been reading the posts as I too am searching for a great experience. I thought I would go to Dr. Garcia' date=' did you know that there are more that one Dr. Garcia? out of the same hospital? Aarrgg I hope I chose well. Dr. I. Cabrera Garcia. Regene is the coordinator. Anyone? Anyone?[/quote']

I think the doctor people are referring to the majority of time here is named dr. Fernando Garcia

[emme 27]

I have been reading the posts as I too am searching for a great experience. I thought I would go to Dr. Garcia' date=' did you know that there are more that one Dr. Garcia? out of the same hospital? Aarrgg I hope I chose well. Dr. I. Cabrera Garcia. Regene is the coordinator. Anyone? Anyone?[/quote']

I am using Fernando Garcia

[jeffmanion 26]

I am using Fernando Garcia

You will not be disappointed with him, the hospital, the hotel or his staff. You will not be "hearded like cattle" either, lol. His coordinators will even visit you before and after while you are staying in the hotel.

I had mine 5/15 and have had a perfect recovery!

[2bsmallagain 156]

2bsmalI have been following your posts since April before your Surgery .. I had picked Almanza until I read further about how lots were pleased with Dr Garcia but for more money. I have researched and made my decision to go with Garcia.. Woo hoo! I'm not scheduled Til Sept 13th so I can save the money but I've paid my $500 and getting passport cards .. My husband is going with me.. Thank you and all that post play by play. So helpful!

I am so happy for you! You will be happy with your choice. I am glad that my postings have helped you make a decision that is good for you. My husband went with me also and they took great care of him as well. September will come before you know. Make sure you start with good Vitamins before surgery and lots of Protein it will help you heal faster and kick start your weight loss. Congratulations and you are so welcome!

[emptynesterpam 13]

I am so happy for you! You will be happy with your choice. I am glad that my postings have helped you make a decision that is good for you. My husband went with me also and they took great care of him as well. September will come before you know. Make sure you start with good Vitamins before surgery and lots of Protein it will help you heal faster and kick start your weight loss. Congratulations and you are so welcome!

If I go to Dr. Garcia, and have a companion with me, do we have to stay at the recovery house or hotel?