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Hi, I am new to the forums. I have finally after 15 long years decided on WLS. We are currently stationed in Bogota, Colombia and I have decided to have my surgery here. I will have my first meeting with the surgeon this week to discuss my surgery options. I personally haved decided to go with the sleeve; however I am sure he will tell me my options. I have known several people here to undergo WLS and have had great results. At first I was very concerned with doing it abroad, but through research figured it would be a little easier. My husband has been so amazing through this whole decision making process.

I will keep you posted on my experiences in Bogota, Colombia.

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Please do keep us posted. My surgery is done already (I went to Mexico), but I am interested in how things are in other countries. :)

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I will for sure. The biggest issue is having surgery at high altitude. We are like at 8200 feet. The one person I know did tell me she had difficulty breathing afterwards and they gave her blood thinner shots, to help reduce the risks of blood clots.

I am still excited. The best part is I have BCBS and being overseas I just have to meet the criteria, but I don't believe the process is as long.

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May I ask what you think of their healthcare in general? I only ask because at some point I would like to move abroad and S.America is one place I have considered.

Good luck on your journey!

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May I ask what you think of their healthcare in general? I only ask because at some point I would like to move abroad and S.America is one place I have considered.

Good luck on your journey!

I suppose it depends where you are living and exactly what you are having done. I don't believe all places are created equal. I can say for the most part the healthcare in Bogota is good. Many of the doctors and dentists are US trained and speak English. Although, I speak Spanish, I really prefer anything medical or dental be communicated in English.

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