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I finally decided on Dr. Garcia at Florence Hospital. I've debated for months between him and Dr. Aceves but I need the extra money towards bills etc. so I am going with Garcia.

I am going on the 10th by myself and I'm hoping to find some people on here going at the same time.

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I just had to comment! I had surgery with dr garcia 3 mos ago and could not be happier!!!!! Love love love him! I was at Mi hospital but I'm sure the staff is just as good as Florence! (Jealous cause florence looks amazing and I didn't have that option back then)

Good luck!!!

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So happy to hear! I'm getting excited now. Can't wait!

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I finally decided on Dr. Garcia at Florence Hospital. I've debated for months between him and Dr. Aceves but I need the extra money towards bills etc. so I am going with Garcia.

 

I am going on the 10th by myself and I'm hoping to find some people on here going at the same time.

 

Awesome i am having surgery on the 6th with Dr. Garcia..i check out on the 12th..might not bump unto you..wish u the best.

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I had surgery there w him May 11 ... %1000 recommend him all the staff at Ready4Achange ..... I had the easiest time and can't say enough good thins about them. I flew from New Zealand and felt like I had a holiday w a little bit of surgery while there lol good luck! x

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As an extremely happy and satisfied patient, I will sing the praises of Dr Garcia and the entire team forever. They are caring, loving and always on top of any questions. I have voluntarily decided to take a leave of absence from my job (I have an extremely demanding job) for 2-4 months and Dr Garcia, Ana, Irene and Alma have all jumped into to provide an official letter to facilitate the process. You have NO idea how helpful this is for my primary doctor and I as we fight Aetna for my short term pay

Do not be scared and if you have any questions ask those of us who had our surgeries with him. You will not be disappointed. I only wish I had done this surgery last year instead of waiting.

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