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Hi:

I am considering lap band and have to go the self-pay route - anyone know about the DFW area - I live in Arlington-went to a Dr. Carter session but he seems expensive.

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I also live the the DFW area and I'll be doing "self-pay" as well. After a lot of consideration I have decided to go with TLCEdge. My surgery will be done in Plano but they have support centers all over the metroplex for consultaions/fills. The cash price I believe is $11,990.

Good luck.

Chuck

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Thanks Chuck - what about Dr. Barker that I always see advertised?

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Not really sure about Dr. Baker I have seen his ads but didn't check him out. I liked what I heard at the TLC seminar and felt comfortable with them. I also liked that they had support centers located across the area.

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Chuck,

I also went with TLC Edge, but I paid $9,990. You should call and ask if they are planning on running specials anytime soon. Since you are self pay, you can control when you have the surgery. For me, it was the difference in going to Mexico for $7,000 or paying $12,000. I was excited when I heard they were running a special.

It was only 2 weeks between when I had my first intial appointment and my surgery date.

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Yes, I remember when they were having the special pricing, I believe it was through this past February. I'll definitely ask when I meet with them this coming Tuesday. I've thought about the Mexico thing but I really want someone here locally to fall back on in case of complications.

Thanks for the reply.

Chuck

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I Had my Gastric Sleeve done this past Dec. 4th 2007 By Dr. Alberto Aceves, In mexicali Mexico.

My entire experience was better than I could have expected. And VERY reasonable. ALL included in my price of 9,500.00. Was ALL of My

Pre- and Post testing , All Surgical, and Anesthesia, Meds, Doctors,Nurses, and food, 1- night At a VERY nice hotel, and 5- nights In The Hospital (( NOT a trashy Clinic)) "The Hospital, Alamater" Was The absolute Cleanest I have ever seen ! Every one was so Kind and Constant care. I almost hated to go home ! If you would care to... Check out my website i made,.. showing pictures and Video Of my experience Before, During, and after my surgery.

MySpace.com - Randall - 45 - Male - DELTONA, Florida - www.myspace.com/fatboynomore

Since my Sleeve surgery was performed.. I have Lost 115 lbs. I am Off ALL the Meds. I was On !! I am Eating Healthier, And No Longer a slave to my Hunger ! And for the first time in more years than I care to remember.. I am HAPPY !

I wish the same thing for you all !:tongue2:

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Thanks everyone for your replies - haven't quite gotten the hang of this forum yet - will have to parctice a bit to know how to navigate. I will check out those you mentioned - just concerned about going back to Dallas for fills since I live in Arlington but it might be worth the savings:thumbup:

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I checked out Dr. Carter too. He seems quite popular around here, but he was disciplined by the Texas Medical board in 2006 for leaving a sponge in a patient. Whoever you decide on, check their record at Texas Medical Board. Good luck!

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I went to Mexico and was banded by Jose Rodriguez...and have no complaints...if you have more questions I would be glad to answer them...just make sure you research research research and if you are considering Mexico there are a few differences that I found when I was there..nothing major just nice to know in advance...that was passed on to me.

Kelly

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