13 yr old getting sleeve. Need recommendations in Mexico

[Truth&Gutz 20]

It must be so difficult for you and as a parent who has gone through a similar situation with one of my own children....I fully understand the frustration all around....my son was born weighing 13 pounds.....a large baby.. as he grew-his weight waxed and wained.....I sent him to weight loss camps,and therapists.....finally, the pediatrician sent him to an endocrinologist who discovered that he had issues with cortisol levels( adrenal and pituatary problems)....as a young adolescent....it was difficult....all around....he had to be attended to medically first and he also had seen a therapist to deal with weight issues.....difficult and upsetting since he wanted to be like his peers.......for hiim, as per the pediatrician....and the medical issue...surgery was not even an option....we are trying to work things through with the physicians and therapist....he is starting to feel better about himself and his self esteem.....at this point, it is a wait and see......perhaps, there is a bariatric program in your area that manages adolescents....teaching hospitals often do and some are comprehensive....as far as suggesting a surgeon in Mexico....personally, I would not be able to suggest anyone...it is difficult to have a procedure out of the borders of the USA...since there is no recourse..no followup....a surgeons

training and post graduate training is imperitive.......in any country....there is a website for american surgeons called....Healthgrades......you could check on the surgeons training,etc. all the very best.....in your journey.....

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

More than anything else, whatever our opinion, lets be KIND and RESPECTFUL here. God Bless.

[Lindsayloo1103 89]

Just throwing this in there, but i was an obese 13 year old and i had friends, boyfriends, and a normal social life. Sometimes you need a little struggle to strive for success.

[mojo 0]

I love them at Baja Med in Tijuana Mexico. Dr. Serrano is the most caring, consciencious medical practitioner i have ever encountered. He really has his patients best interest in mind. I had Dr. Gonzalez and Dr. Serrano perform my surgery. with a daughter who is over weight and struggling I think you have every right to look at this option. I wish you the very best and please let me know how it goes.

[shmily 424]

I am speechless

[atelux17 135]

Any updates on this story? Made any decisions? You& your daughter have my full support in whatever you decide. I'm not sure a 13 yo can make the proper decisions but I also know a 60 yo who probably can't. I would really want my youth back as a thin person.

[tfranco76 0]

I was sleeved 2/19 by dr. Ponce de leon in TJ, his team was great very caring. The level of care was awesome!! Good luck to your daughter!

[webhopper 57]

I think that its a good option coupled with nutritionist consultations and coaching from you.

[webhopper 57]

Make sure she has the right team in place and the right support group and I would say it would be worth it to consult with a psychologist to see if she is mentally ready for everything it entails.

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

Dammit say it like i feel. My daughter gouged out a piece of her leg at 14 on rusty gym equipment. I opted not for plastic surgery. When your daughter becomes an adult let HER choose WLS.

[Susysleever 265]

Just thinking about your daughter hoping that you are both well.

[hopeful2 be slim 121]

this is major surgery and there can be problems later....why not try lap band...few yrs back I was not ready for this drastic surgery...I had a lap band instead. Now after two years I have gone for a sleeve.

all the best.

[mermaiddreams 8]

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[Strong_heartedx1106 6]

I went to dr lopez in mexico and I am very satisfied with his work . My 14yr old sister is also considering doing it for the same reasons as your daughter she went with me during my stay good luck

[slcmommy5 228]

Just wanted to update you all on our decision. After much thought, prayer and research we decided to go with Dr. Sergio Quinones for both my husband and my daughter. My husband needed the band removed as well as getting the sleeve done. My husband went last Tuesday and his experience was far better than mine and I had mine done at a Bariatric Center of Excellence! I'm starting to think that the scary stories we hear about Mexico are a bunch of crap or at the very least the media only covers the horror stories.

He was picked up at airport, driven to the hospital, had the surgery, stayed 2 nights in a private room, driven to a hotel and driven to the airport the next day. He had no problems and is recovering far quicker than I did.

His experience was great and said he feels 100% about my daughter going. Keep in mind he was totally against going to TJ and thought I had lost my mind.

My daughter has surgery in 2 days. She saw my recovery(I had complications) and she has seen her dads. She is so excited to be able to exercize without the pain that the extra weight causes. She's excited to be healthy and active. I'm grateful for all those concerned and for the well wishes. I will keep you posted on her recovery. P. S. The total for both of them was $9500 for surgery and $600 for us all to fly to San Diego. The meds were $240.