Christy at Mexico Bariatric Center - Dr. Lopez

[MissCK 55]

Hi fellow Mexico sleevers!

My surgery is in five days! March 3rd in Tijuana with Dr. Lopez. I am going through Mexico Bariatric and my coordinator is Christy. I've been preparing for months but now I'm gettting a little scared.

Has anyone went through Christy with Mexico Bariatric? I'm paranoid now that I could be getting ripped off although I'm sure it's fine. Just starting to get a little scared and questioning everything as the date quickly approaches. I'm trying to double check with references here as I haven't seen hardly anyone mention Mexico Bariatric. I've seen a lot of people go through A Lighter Me and others so I'm just checking.

If anyone has gone through Christy with Mexico Bariatric and had surgery with Dr. Lopez recently can you let me know how everything went? It would really put my mind at ease. I'm picturing me showing up at the airport in San Diego and being totally stranded and ripped off through a scam. It's just so much money and scary to go to Mexico for this you know?

Thank you and good luck to everyone!

[vsg_joanna 67]

Hi MissCK- I'm actually scheduled with Dr. Lopez through Christy for VSG on April 8th. I have done some research and found a few reviews for Mexico Bariatric- did not find any horror stories! One thing I'm sure about is that it's definitely not a scam- don't know how it compares to the other brokers such as 'A Lighter Me', but I'm sure it's just fine.

Hopefully someone else replies that has gone through Mexico Bariatric so they could provide some insight

[npark36 26]

I had Christy as my coordinator and everything is legit. I don't know if my surgery counts as recent since it was about 11 months ago. I spoke with her several times prior to my surgery and she answered all my questions and was extremely helpful to expedite my surgery process.

I had no issues when I landed in San Diego and called the driver and he was there to pick me up in about 10 mins but there was a lot of construction at the airport at that time so I can understand it was full of traffic. But I am sure he would have been on time.

[MissCK 55]

Hi MissCK- I'm actually scheduled with Dr. Lopez through Christy for VSG on April 8th. I have done some research and found a few reviews for Mexico Bariatric- did not find any horror stories! One thing I'm sure about is that it's definitely not a scam- don't know how it compares to the other brokers such as 'A Lighter Me', but I'm sure it's just fine.

Hopefully someone else replies that has gone through Mexico Bariatric so they could provide some insight

Thanks joanna! I feel better about it now. I've been researching too.

[MissCK 55]

I had Christy as my coordinator and everything is legit. I don't know if my surgery counts as recent since it was about 11 months ago. I spoke with her several times prior to my surgery and she answered all my questions and was extremely helpful to expedite my surgery process.

I had no issues when I landed in San Diego and called the driver and he was there to pick me up in about 10 mins but there was a lot of construction at the airport at that time so I can understand it was full of traffic. But I am sure he would have been on time.

Thank you npark! I really appreciate the feedback.

[AnnieRGal 5]

I had my surgery with Dr. Lopez on 1/21/14. I also booked through Mexico Bariatric. Everything was wonderful! No complications and I'm doing super post op! I have two other friends that had Dr. Lopez in October that is why I chose him.

[akscutest 2]

I had my surgery with Dr. Lopez in Puerto Vallarta on 1-18-14 and I will say he is AMAZING! His whole team was wonderful. The hospital and hotel were both beautiful. He has since answered my questions and I am going great! I would HIGHLY recommend him. As of now (6 weeks post op) I am down 30 pounds

Edited March 2, 2014 by akscutest

[Jredington 6]

I just had my sleeve done on 2/26 by Dr.Cabrara at Mexico Bariatric in Tijuana. I did see Dr.Lopez while I was there. He checked in on me during day 2.

I had the same last minute panic attack that it was a scam, etc. I am here to tell you, they are legit. Good people, great service and very compassionate. I received better care and attention in Tijuana than I ever received during my c-section or gallbladder surgery in the states. The facility, Mi Doctor, is not by any stretch what I would consider opulent. It is a basic clinic, no frills but they have defibrillators at each end of the hall and an abundance of support staff including around the clock nurses that are readily available.

It's very clean and everyone practices excellent personal and professional hygiene.

I do have some advice regarding luggage. KEEP IT SIMPLE! Pack a few pairs of yoga pants, flip flops, roomy t-shirts and of course undergarments. However, the only time I wore a bra and underwear was when I arrived and when I departed. Trust me, it's way more comfortable this way. You'll want to pack trial sizes of conditioner for sure. I relied On The hotel for my soap and Shampoo. From past experience, I can tell you DO NOT SHAVE ANY BODY PART OR APPENDAGE 24 hours or less prior to surgery. You increase your odds exponentially of contracting a staph infection through a nick or cut. Trust me.

I went back to work this morning without incident. Just be careful about bending and stretching too much. Good and awesome luck to everyone pre and post op! You've made the right decision. Be patient with yourselves. Your world will change overnight however you will take much more time to adapt to your new lifestyle.

Much Love!

Judy

PS: beware of Isopure. Please, I am begging you, buy a bottle BEFORE you buy the case. At first it appears to be a run if the mill sports drink. NOT SO FAST! I've never, ever tasted anything like it. UGH! that being said, it's the easiest and most convenient delivery system for 40 grams of Protein per serving. I'm committed to choking this stuff down because of that reason alone. Oh yeah, no sugar, no aspertame and ZERO carbs. Reason #2 I choke this stuff down. Did I already say ugh? Just brace yourself.

2/26 Pre Op weight 205.00

3/3 post Op weight 197.00

62 Lbs to go!

[kellysnyder 0]

Thanks for the topic. this is my doctor as well in 3 days (3-6-14) It made me feel better to know some other people were feeling the same way before surgery. I will post again when I come back from Mexico to share my experiance as well. Thanks and good luck to you all!

[jennao 3]

Hi fellow Mexico sleevers!

My surgery is in five days! March 3rd in Tijuana with Dr. Lopez. I am going through Mexico Bariatric and my coordinator is Christy. I've been preparing for months but now I'm gettting a little scared.

Has anyone went through Christy with Mexico Bariatric? I'm paranoid now that I could be getting ripped off although I'm sure it's fine. Just starting to get a little scared and questioning everything as the date quickly approaches. I'm trying to double check with references here as I haven't seen hardly anyone mention Mexico Bariatric. I've seen a lot of people go through A Lighter Me and others so I'm just checking.

If anyone has gone through Christy with Mexico Bariatric and had surgery with Dr. Lopez recently can you let me know how everything went? It would really put my mind at ease. I'm picturing me showing up at the airport in San Diego and being totally stranded and ripped off through a scam. It's just so much money and scary to go to Mexico for this you know?

Thank you and good luck to everyone!

I am glad you asked this...I have been getting really nervous also as I am having my surgery with them this Friday 3/7/14.

[MissCK 55]

Well I'm here at the hospital! Surgery was last night. Hospital is decent, most people are friendly I'm just annoyed by how long everything takes. They say they will come get you in 5 mins the 45 mins later arrived.dr Lopez had 3 surgeries and I was the last. Ugh so much waiting. I feel better with each walk I take!

[DaleD 2]

fo Thanks r the great write up. I'm getting sleeved April 6 with Dr Lopez