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I've seen lots of posts on Dr. Corvala too. He has some great reviews. My consultation is in 15 min with Dr A... and I'm asking every question possible! I'll post an update soon.

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Ask about the gastroplication, it seems to be an alternative to the gastric sleeve. I may look into that one myself. Let me know how your consult goes :-) and good luck :-)

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I'm from CT and because of my work schedule I don't want an extended stay. 3 days sounds great, 4 at the most. After the leak tested are completed I'll be more than ready to get back to work.

I'm confident Dr A can make that happen. My consultation went very well yesterday. Dr A knows his stuff. He reassured me (and my sister lol) that he would take care of me and as my surgeon make the best decision for me between bypass and sleeve. He even explained the mini gastric bypass to me as well so I can look into it and make an informed decision. Very knowledgeable and very nice. I'm ready to schedule at a few more questions.

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Dr Altamirano did my surgery in Tijuana, Mexico on August 13, 2015. He did a wonderful job. I had complications after surgery due fact that anesthesia makes me sick to my stomach. Dr Altamirano was very concerned, he kept me in the hospital longer than most. And when he was sure I was ok he gave me a ride to the recovery house in his own car do that I didn't have to wait for Robert to return.

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I am trying to respond to David Lopez so I can get this process started. After reading your post JMD, I may go with Dr. A also.

 

Can someone forward this email to David Lopez for me please? When I try to email him I get a delivery failure notice.

My email is drdanafitzgerald@gmail.com  He can email me there.

 

Thank you,

 

Dana Fitzgerald

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Thank you Helena, I will look into this criteria. ☺

Danki please read my post about Dr. Altamirano...topic says are you looking to have surgery in mexico PLEASE READ THIS NOW

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Dr Dana

 

Ana is e mailing you right this minute

 

Thank you for letting me know my messages where not coming trough

 

we have a special going on for Dr A we are making you part of it so you can save $399 usd 

 

Is the special on the website or fb?

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Thank you David, what do I need to do to start the process? I have already completed pre-op doctor appointments here in the US. I was working towards having bariatric surgery in the US. However, my insurance company will not approve me even though my BMI is 57 or higher.

I look forward to seeing what Mexico has to offer.

Thank you

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I can deposit. I am just not sure if I will have the surgery this year or early next year. Have a lot going on right now.

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Thank you Helena, I will look into this criteria. ☺

Danki please read my post about Dr. Altamirano...topic says are you looking to have surgery in mexico PLEASE READ THIS NOW

Dawny28 I cannot find the post you are referring to is there another link I can get into it and read it? Thank you Dr Dana

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@davidlopez

I looked at the FB group for Dr A and can't find the details on any specials you mentioned...

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I am trying to reach Dr.Altamirano. we have a Skype appointment in a few minutes. I need him to contact me through my AOL email. I don't have Gmail account set up in Skype. I hope you see this Dr. Altamirano. I look forward to hearing from you. I am waiting by my computer now.

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