Tijuana, Mexico...I need referal

[admarino2001 0]

Please, I am thinking on having the surgery done and I need information on any doctors working in Mexico. Please help me.:help:

[EricCharbonneau 0]

If I were going to Mexico for my band, I'd pick one of the several volume banding physicians. There are thread about Mexican doctors you can search for -

I would probably choose Dr. Ariel Ortiz Relocate

There are other highly qualified surgeons in Mexico and many of their facilities are top notch, no compromises. Be an informed consumer.

[VegasGrace 1]

Hi, check out all resources.

I used the Huacuz Surgical Center w/ Dr. Huacuz. Not only did he come highly recommended...straight from his patients. He came recommended by my doctor here for fills. I had my aftercare planned before my surgery. (aftercare has been 2 visits and 2 fills- no problems or health concerns)

He gave me a great deal, $7,000 and don't know if it's gone up any. That includes EVERYTHING from the physican fee, surgicenter fee, anesthesiologist fee, cardiologist, phsyc evaluation, hospital stay w/ meds, etc. The stay was 3 days and 2 nights.

Good luck and let us know who you choose so we can be in your cheering section!

[admarino2001 0]

how much are you paying? and how long did it take for you to set you surgery?

[VegasGrace 1]

how much are you paying? and how long did it take for you to set you surgery?

Not sure who you asked, but I paid the 7k.

When you call, or they call you, you can tell them when you want to have the surgery. I said as soon as possible...but knew I'd be in LA for a cruise that next month, they scheduled me for Monday, the day I got off the boat. So they will work with you, he has a schedule but can tell you any openings.

[catzintj 1]

I went to dr.huacuz for my lapband . i hope you go to him since i can tell you i have total confidence and trust in him. he is an excellent doctor and very talented surgeon. he treats his patients so good. very kind and compassionate. he is in Tijuana , in the nicest area. he has a beautiful clinic that is more like an upscale hotel. his whole staff is very efficient and organized. everyone goes out of there way to take care of you and your family. it is like one big family run operation. everyone loves dr.huacuz and you can tell how well they respect him. everyone enjoys working with and for him..... ive never met a more devoted hard working doctor in my life... you totally get more than you pay for......... he does excellent fills too....... i hope you will check him out because you will not be sorry. i just had a fill and i lost more weight already........ he is really good about stiching the band in properly and secure so you dont have slipping later on......... he is good about taking lots of time to talk to you and explain the whole big picture. he is also using the best quality medications. i was terrified that i would puke from the anesthesia after my surgery. they gave me zofran, i think thats what its called. anyway. he gave me good drugs and i didnt get sick. i also stayed across the street at a great hotel. very safe and quiet... i was able to get a lot of rest .doc takes you to get a floroscopy the next day and you can see your band and you drink the chalk drink (thats what i call it), you can see the Fluid go down and through the band and into your stomach. it is cool to watch. it doesnt hurt. it took about 4 weeks for my incisions to heal. the scars are pretty small. hope you do well and good luck...... it is a great way to finally lose the weight. i have no regrets.....

[mbanja 1]

I went to Dr. Huacuz too. He was excellent!! Hot too! It didn't hurt having eyecandy for a doctor while I recovered! I payed $7k too!

[BlooEyez 13]

I went to Dr Kuri ... Had a wonderful experience! The link to his site is in my signature if you'd like to check it out ... Best of luck to you! :biggrin1:

[lapband mama 0]

Please, I am thinking on having the surgery done and I need information on any doctors working in Mexico. Please help me.:help:

My husband lost 115 pounds from lapband, I lost 22 pounds in 1 month. I highly recomend a Dr. Kuri in Mexico, "He's the best!!" at Welcome to LAP-BAND.com please email me for more info: peraltajudy@yahoo.com

[jad 0]

Hi i was banded in AUG07 with Huacuz and it has been a great experience! I HIGHLY recommend him and his facility. I will be returning on Saturday 10.27 for a fill....good luck on your search!

jad

[admarino2001 0]

But I am scare. It was on 11-15-2007 and it still hurts. I am eating withou no problem but I know I have to go for a fill on January.

Thanks for your support!:clap2:

[VegasGrace 1]

Congrats! Keep us posted on how you are doing.

[DonHoll1 0]

I went to Dr Zapata and i loved him and his staff. Great hospital and hotel. With airfare mine was 8,000. Donna

[lapband mama 0]

I went to Dr Kuri ... Had a wonderful experience! The link to his site is in my signature if you'd like to check it out ... Best of luck to you! :biggrin1:

I too had Dr. Kuri operate on me July 31,2007. I lost 32 pounds so far weight was 204 now I weigh 172. Started to lose weight after my fill after the bash Sept. 8,2007. I however cannot eat much and throw up easily, I cannot feel the band inside so I eat regularly (too fast)(old habits) used to pig out! Have you had any problems eating certain foods? I just bought recipe books from Amazon. "Eating Well After Weight Loss Surgery" and "Recipes for Life After Weight Loss Surgery6 Delicious Dishes For Nourishing The New You". By the way your picture looks nice keep losing. Did Dr. Kuri help you much after the surgery to get the fills right? Please reply to me, lapbandmama

[kaye2430 0]

Dr. Ortez did my surgery at Hospital Angeles in Mexico- I could not have rec'd better care in ANY hospital. Was banded 10/9 and doing very well. Good luck