Keeping Options Open - Thanks For Sharing Your Stories On This Board :)

[AngelEyesInNJ 186]

Hi All,

I have read through quiet a few threads about being sleeved in Mexico. At first I thought this would never be an option for me because all you hear are horror stories about people getting procedures done outside of the states and normally it is you get what you paid for.

But, this board and all of the positive experiences that you all have shared have helped me keep an open mind.

My insurance recently changed and the new provider has weight loss surgery as an exclusion which as we know means if I would like to have this done I need to pay out of pocket. One place that I was looking into just called me today and mentioned it would be $22,000, well I do not have that type of money. I do have one more appointment with another doctor Sept 11th we'll see how much they will charge but in the meantime I am looking into getting things rolling with Dr.Garcia in Tijuana as I think this is ultimately the place I am going to go to get it done.

Like I mentioned, just wanted to thank you all for sharing your experiences:)

[PdxMan 4,292]

Definitely research who you want to have be your surgeon. I was uncomfortable with going to Mexico, so my research led me to Dr Umbach in Las Vegas. It was outpatient for $10,400. It was a great experience and I would recommend him to everyone. Plus, you get a little vacation in Vegas, BABY!

[5DogMa 62]

Good luck to you. I don't think you will regret your choice of Dr. Garcia at Hospital MI Doctor. He and his staff were wonderful and the hospital was very clean and the nurses sweet and caring. We will go back to TJ for other medical procedures. We felt totally safe and in good hands with the doctors and staff there.

[SunnyCox 245]

Not sure where you live, but you can find several doctors in the US that charge 10-11K. I chose to go to Mexico too. I've heard great things about Dr. Garcia on the forum, and I'm sure you'll be very happy.

[Readytolose2012 88]

Save yourself some time and email for prices. I sent emails to all the larger cities surrounding where I live. I ended up choosing Dr Garcia and I am scheduled for 8/31.

[Daddyfat2thin 30]

Please check out Dr. Alvarez in Piedras Negras MX . He is awesome . I had my surgery on 8/10/12 .

[AngelEyesInNJ 186]

Thank you everyone for your comments