Newbie trying to choose a surgeon! :)

[Idahospud 102]

Hello all, I am new to this forum and trying to slowly figure everything out. I was hoping some of you would have some insight on the gastric sleeve in Mexico? Unfortunately my insurance will not cover anything related to obesity (no labs, nutritionist visit, follow up visits) so I am going to have to go to Mx to achieve my dream of hopefully getting thinner

I'm thinking about going with Dr. Fernando Garcia due to my budget having to be under $5,000.... Does anyone have any thoughts? Input? Thanks in advance!

[The Laughing Cat 54]

If you search under the "surgeons" tab you can read all about Dr Garcia and his qualifications. Possibly more important is you can read all the reviews other members have left about him.

Best of luck!

[WorldTraveler 79]

Hi Idahospud,

I have no information on him. I would search for Dr. Garcia in the Forum and read through discussions on him. I would also privately message patients of his to ask about their experience with him, his staff and the medical facility/hospital.

As for aftercare-go to your doctor and just ask for blood work periodically. They can just code it as a physical or checkup. Can you travel back to Mexico the following year for a full check up with your surgeon? Make sure you get all your meds there before you leave.

Good luck!

[Learningtotwinkle 45]

Hi there,I will be driving down mid may from Utah to have surgery with Dr Ponce Dr Leon if you book this month with his coordinator Trish its $5200. I hope that helps

[Mississippi Girl 124]

i got mine done for $3,750.00 by an excellent doctor. Will be glad to share with. just message me if you're interested.

[atlchick 42]

Hello all, I am new to this forum and trying to slowly figure everything out. I was hoping some of you would have some insight on the gastric sleeve in Mexico? Unfortunately my insurance will not cover anything related to obesity (no labs, nutritionist visit, follow up visits) so I am going to have to go to Mx to achieve my dream of hopefully getting thinner

I'm thinking about going with Dr. Fernando Garcia due to my budget having to be under $5,000.... Does anyone have any thoughts? Input? Thanks in advance!

I used Dr. Fernando Garcia and had great results. No issues. Good Luck

i got mine done for $3,750.00 by an excellent doctor. Will be glad to share with. just message me if you're interested.

[Brooklyn girl 4]

Hello all, I am new to this forum and trying to slowly figure everything out. I was hoping some of you would have some insight on the gastric sleeve in Mexico? Unfortunately my insurance will not cover anything related to obesity (no labs, nutritionist visit, follow up visits) so I am going to have to go to Mx to achieve my dream of hopefully getting thinner

I'm thinking about going with Dr. Fernando Garcia due to my budget having to be under $5,000.... Does anyone have any thoughts? Input? Thanks in advance!

I used Dr. Fernando Garcia and had great results. No issues. Good Luck

i got mine done for $3,750.00 by an excellent doctor. Will be glad to share with. just message me if you're interested.

[Idahospud 102]

Thank you so much for your input, I am going to continue researching and reading until I feel comfortable with choosing a specific doctor. Seems like such a life changing experience, but kind of a risky one at that. I know how badly I need this surgery and just want to make sure I get all my little ducky's in a row and make the best decision as possible.

[Susysleever 265]

Spud, there is a group under mexico and other self pays. You will find every one thinks their surgeon is the best. Like football. Good Luck

[Learningtotwinkle 45]

At the end of the day your heart will tell you who is right for you, that's how it happened for me I had 3 on my list but the other two just never felt 100% right but Dr Ponce always has.