iwannabfree 0 Posted February 20, 2007 Hello to everyone, i am new. I have been researching lap band for quite awhile now but the only thing holding me back is lack of someone to go with me to Mexico. I am terrified!! I have read a lot today on here both good and bad. My question is, this past weekend, I came across a lap band center in Tijuana that offers group trips. Basically for people who dont have anyone to go with, have any of you ever heard of this before? The surgeon they are using is Huacuz, i've read a lot of good things about him, but like I said, I am scared to go alone. Any advice would be highly welcomed. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kat817 19 Posted February 20, 2007 Welcome to LBT!!! I fully believe I could have managed my trip to Mexico on my own--it would have been much more nerve wracking I am sure!! I have not heard of the group trip offerings. I can see why they would offer it, and it would make for a fun reunion, or support group of people doing it all at the same time! I hope you get some responses from his patients. Keep bumping it up to the top if you don't hear anything! Good Luck!! Kat Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeanettej505 0 Posted March 7, 2007 I had my surgery in TJ and I had a really good time. I went with my mom and aunt and the people there are very nice. There is alot of tourist so there isn't much to worry about....that's how I felt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunseeker37 0 Posted March 17, 2007 Have you found anyone to go with? I am planning on going to Mexico for the lap band surgery at the end of April/beginning of May and am just deciding which doctor to use. I'm reviewing these sites regularly and researching their reputations as much as I can and then I will make a decision. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iwannabfree 0 Posted March 17, 2007 I am actually going with Dr Huacuz with a group, i am so excited. I am going on their April trip. I have made my deposit and am ready to go, I am getting so nervous, but in a good way! I am so ready to get out of this body and feel healthy again. My mother is going to watch my son so she can't go and I am thankful I found this group. They are great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beachgirl 2 Posted March 17, 2007 I went to Monterrey with a girl who went by herself and had no problems whatsoever. I've also referred 7 people of which 4 of them went by themselves so if you have to go by yourself you will do great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katys 0 Posted March 20, 2007 I just returned from Monterey last night - I was banded on Thursday. I had my sister with me, but there were 6 of us getting surgery by Dr. Rumbault on the same day. It was great support. A few of the group were there alone, but we all checked on them, and we did a lot of things together. It was really great- we even all went shopping together on Saturday. And the Dr.s and hotel were REALLY supportive and great - you will be very well taken care of. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites