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I've narrowed it down somewhat. I'm looking for my teen daughter. Im still not sold on Mexico but if there are any of these you absolutely would not go to or have gone to and love please let me know. I'm leaning more towards Ariel Ortiz. Thanks

Ariel Ortiz-$6995-OCC Hospital- center of excellence-4 days included

Ricardo Ramos Kelly- $7000- Mi Doctor in Tijuana or San Javier in Puerto Vallarta

Guillermo Alvarez- $8500 - Piedra Negras Medical Center - 5days included

Alberto Acavez- $8750- Almater Hospital

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I personally went to dr. Ponce de leon.< /p>

I had an amazing time there with a great team. I was super taken care of.

His cost was $5,500 + air fare.

I highly suggest you look into him.

I was sold on Mexico the monent I looked into it. Not sure what would keep you from there?! I had better care there than any hospital here. 1 nurse to every 2 patients. Private hospitals. They want their patients to be well taken care of so they get referrals.

I can get you my coordinators info if you want it. I even got to skype with my surgeon prior to going,

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I went to Dr. Aceves as well as my mom and I couldn't be happier with his team... I have had complications post op however it had nothing to do with Dr. Aceves and they have helped me and talked to me through all of my complications,.. I had better care in Mexico than I have had in Canada

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I've narrowed it down somewhat. I'm looking for my teen daughter. Im still not sold on Mexico but if there are any of these you absolutely would not go to or have gone to and love please let me know. I'm leaning more towards Ariel Ortiz. Thanks Ariel Ortiz-$6995-OCC Hospital- center of excellence-4 days included Ricardo Ramos Kelly- $7000- Mi Doctor in Tijuana or San Javier in Puerto Vallarta Guillermo Alvarez- $8500 - Piedra Negras Medical Center - 5days included Alberto Acavez- $8750- Almater Hospital

Just went And had my surgery on Monday with dr Ariel Ortiz and I couldn't be happier. This was by far abetter experience than I've had in any US hospital.,highly recommend him and his team.

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SLCmommy5, I cannot tell you personally about all of those drs but I did see a negative post recently regarding Dr. Ortiz. I'm going to Dr. Illan and am part of his private Facebook group, I encourage you to check it out, Team Illan, there is a woman who recently took her daughter down to be sleeved and just an overall good group of people who are sharing their experiences daily. As with all surgeries there is always a possibility of complications but I have heard of too many with Dr. Aceves. Just a personal decision I would not choose him. Out of the ones you listed I would go with Dr. Alvarez, however at the end of day I felt most comfortable with Dr. Illan and his team. If you have any questions, the Dr will even arrange a skype call with you. I decided to go with him based on his reputation and qualifications as head of ER Trauma. Everyone has to go with their own gut feelings. Should a complication occur I feel good about the fact that Dr. Illan is qualified to handle emergencies. Good Luck!

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SLCmommy5, I cannot tell you personally about all of those drs but I did see a negative post recently regarding Dr. Ortiz. I'm going to Dr. Illan and am part of his private Facebook group, I encourage you to check it out, Team Illan, there is a woman who recently took her daughter down to be sleeved and just an overall good group of people who are sharing their experiences daily. As with all surgeries there is always a possibility of complications but I have heard of too many with Dr. Aceves. Just a personal decision I would not choose him. Out of the ones you listed I would go with Dr. Alvarez, however at the end of day I felt most comfortable with Dr. Illan and his team. If you have any questions, the Dr will even arrange a skype call with you. I decided to go with him based on his reputation and qualifications as head of ER Trauma. Everyone has to go with their own gut feelings. Should a complication occur I feel good about the fact that Dr. Illan is qualified to handle emergencies. Good Luck!

Tiff, what kind of complications have you heard of with Dr. Aceves? Just curious, I have done a ton of research and have come up with really mostly great experiences with him, and have heard his complication rate is extremely low. (With the exception of one... And nobody can seem to bring enough facts to the table to get the true story with that case.)

 

Anyway, I am just wanting to know so I can do more research about him!! I am scheduled with him next month and want to be sure I know as much as I possibly can! Thanks!!

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I can't comment on the other surgeons but just wanted to let you know that personally Dr Alvarez and his team were fantastic and if you choose him, you really will be in very good hands.

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Jen40 I have heard mostly good stories about Aceves as well but just a few that have really scared me. One user anabanana has a leak which has caused so many complications. Again I think he is skilled, and complications can happen with any doctor. Its just scary and we have to go with what we feel is the best decision for us.

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Please investigate and consider Dr. Quinones. He was absolutely fantastic, he is someone I would trust my child with.

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Please investigate and consider Dr. Quinones. He was absolutely fantastic, he is someone I would trust my child with.

Dr quinones was my second choice. Went back and forth between him and dr ortiz at the OCC.

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I was sleeved with Dr Alvarez. The best care I have ever received. Zero complications. 20 weeks out and down 101 pounds. I could not be happier. Good luck with your decision.

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As far as skills, I believe these are all good choices. And of course everyone on here is going to cheer for their own surgeon. Since you 've narrowed it down, I think you and your daughter should try to have a personal dialogue with each of these surgeons. Find which one you both feel the most comfortable with. Don't forget to ask about their postop support programs as well..... For both medical and emotional issues.

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I think now that you have it narrowed down you need to speak to each doctor. You have to be accepted by the doctor and some may not be comfortable with your child being a teen and not accept you because of that. All you listed in my opinion are very good surgeons. Keep in mind Dr Ortiz doesn't allow the support person to stay in the hospital with the patient. That was a deal breaker for my husband when considering him. I noticed a lot of complications with Kelly.

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Please investigate and consider Dr. Quinones. He was absolutely fantastic, he is someone I would trust my child with.

Dr quinones was my second choice. Went back and forth between him and dr ortiz at the OCC.< /p>

He was, honestly, better than any US doctor I have been to.

Santa Fe is small - only 3 patients at a time. Never more than 3 surgeries a day.  There is a translator there 24/7. 

Dr. Quinones actually comes in and talks to you every day.  And they still call me (surgery in January) about once a week to check up on me. 

I cannot tell you how pleased I was with the care I received.

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Thanks for keeping us updated on this.  I'm curious to know how it all works out for your daughter in the end.  I think everyone's brought up good points, and I know that if I had had access to the technology and the surgery when I was 13 I would have jumped at the chance.

 

Thank you and good luck on your daughter's journey.

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