5'10" - 550lbs / Dr. Quinones

[james1112 14]

I'm hoping to have VSG in January with Dr. Quinones in TJ Mexico..... I've researched surgeons and he's who I feel most comfortable with.... I guess my question is- does anyone have any experience with him or know anyone around my size that has seen him.... Thanks

[BeagleLover 1,020]

I can't specifically answer your question, but you have my best wishes for success!

[james1112 14]

Thank You

[jjinWA 511]

Search for your surgeon's name and you will see posts referencing his/her name

[james1112 14]

Thanks

[UrCaliGirl 28]

Why wouldn't u just go to a Dr in the USA? I'm sorry but I'd never have anything done in Mexico. But I do here that there are some great Drs in TJ. Don't you have insurance it would be totally covered mine was.

[james1112 14]

@UrCaliGirl... I do have insurance but they will not cover it because my weight is my only health issue.... I've tried 3 times but they will not cover it so my only option is self pay.... it has not been easy to find a doctor in the u.s that would do it for me... The couple I did find wanted over $25,000 for the VSG....

[UrCaliGirl 28]

@UrCaliGirl... I do have insurance but they will not cover it because my weight is my only health issue.... I've tried 3 times but they will not cover it so my only option is self pay.... it has not been easy to find a doctor in the u.s that would do it for me... The couple I did find wanted over $25,000 for the VSG....

That's crazy what insurance do u have and where do u live? Do u have a lot of disease in our family?

[Rovobay 920]

best of luck to you!!! Too bad about insurance not covering this life saving, life changing surgery. take care!!!

[james1112 14]

That's crazy what insurance do u have and where do u live? Do u have a lot of disease in our family?

I have Alliance Blue Cross Blue Shield and I live in Missouri... My grandmother to type 2 diabetes...

[james1112 14]

best of luck to you!!! Too bad about insurance not covering this life saving, life changing surgery. take care!!!

yeah I know it sucks about the insurance but I can't let that stop me I've been waiting too long it's time to make a move..... Thank You

[barbb3 115]

Many people on here have gone to Mexico for surgery and had great results. Do your research and make sure you have a dr in the US who will do the follow up.

Best of luck to you! I am so grateful for my sleeve and I hope the same for you!

[UrCaliGirl 28]

yeah I know it sucks about the insurance but I can't let that stop me I've been waiting too long it's time to make a move..... Thank You

I bet my Drs office could get it covered! I had Blue Cross Blue Sheild out of Az I had my surgery done in Ca and they covered it I only had a 36 BMI all my blood work was perfect but diabetes runs in my family and they got mine covered no problem.

The Dr is Awesome I was home in 2 days and I feel amazing....

[UrCaliGirl 28]

Many people on here have gone to Mexico for surgery and had great results. Do your research and make sure you have a dr in the US who will do the follow up.

Best of luck to you! I am so grateful for my sleeve and I hope the same for you!

I know many people do have success but it's a huge risk! My Dr told me he has treated many patients who have had problems after they had surgery over there. I would fight my insurance there's no reason they shouldn't cover it for him. His weight alone is a huge risk factor. Oh ya I'm from San Diego and my Dr is in La Jolla that's why he's seen more than his share of TJ's surgery nightmares!

[james1112 14]

Many people on here have gone to Mexico for surgery and had great results. Do your research and make sure you have a dr in the US who will do the follow up.

Best of luck to you! I am so grateful for my sleeve and I hope the same for you!

Thank You