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Hi everyone. I'm new to all of this and I'm not sure where to start. I have already been to my doctor to get a referral. I am going to a seminar on Wednesday. My question is, what is my next step? I am looking into going to Mexico and getting this done since I will be self paying, but I don't know how or what to do. Any help would be greatly appreciated :)

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Going to a seminar is a great next step. Take lots of notes and ask lots of questions.

You will also want to read these boards. There is a great deal of great information and experience on here.

Best of luck.

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If you haven't yet, check out the Mexico/Self Pay forum here to read about people's experiences, the different surgeons, etc.

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Research Research Research. Surgeons, coordinators, procedures and anything pre-op and post-op. This site, you tube, and others. You'll be an old pro by the time you get your surgery set up. Luck and best wishes.

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