I'm So Excited and I Just Can't Hide It - Dominican Republic

lovely12
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Cost: $7,995
Global Surgery Center, Dominican Republic

I'm 43, 5'1, and weigh 140 lbs. I'm...

20 Jan 2012

I'm 43, 5'1, and weigh 140 lbs. I'm getting the BBL and TT. I carry most of my weight in my mid section. I can't wear the shirts and dresses that I like. I decided since I needed a change. I want the hour glass shape and a nice butt. I'm a single parent of a 16, 18, and 23 year old. I figured since I've worked this hard raising them and giving them what they needed, it's time for me to get mine.

I will pay my deposit in late February and schedule at a later date. The deposit will hold my spot for a year. My price includes everything but airfare and a passport. Three nights in the hospital and 5 nights at the resort. I'm taking this also as a mini vacation. I have been reading the posts on here and I'm very excited for everyone. I want to wish everyone he best on whatever procedure they choose and Good Luck.

Received another quote today from Luis Suarez for...

31 Jan 2012

Received another quote today from Luis Suarez for $5400. Does anyone know how good his work is or isn't?

And received another one from

Sorry, I don't know what happened to my update...

2 Feb 2012

Sorry, I don't know what happened to my update above. Anyway, I'm still searching. I received another quote from Salama at the Miami office for $6800. I'm still waiting on two more quotes from Costa Rica and Columbia. I also received one from Dr. Rufino Ruiz M.D. for $5200. So I'm still debating.

Hello everyone, good news for me. I will be...

5 Feb 2012

Hello everyone, good news for me. I will be paying my deposit tommorrow to one lucky surgeon. Right now it's between Campos, Salama, and Global Surgery Center. I'm going to sleep on this tonight and then make my call as soon as my eyes pop open. I will do an update as soon as I can tommorrow.

I'm So Excited, I just paid my $500 deposit at...

6 Feb 2012

I'm So Excited, I just paid my $500 deposit at Global Surgery Center. :) I haven't scheduled a date yet but I'm hoping to get it done later this year. My deposit is good for a year. I will upload my before pics and wish pics later this week. Congrats to ME.

I picked undecided because right now I don't know which doctor I want to go with. I had previously picked one but continued with my search becasue I haven't paid a deposit yet. I picked average for the docs that I'm interested in because to me they are very good docs from seeing others reviews and results. I haven't had surgery yet only phone calls and emails. And with that being said everyone has been very professional and helpful with all my questions. I'm sure I will give the lucky doc 5 stars at the end of this journey.

3 out of 5 stars Overall rating

5 out of 5 stars Answered my questions

5 out of 5 stars Phone or email responsiveness

5 out of 5 stars Staff professionalism & courtesy

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precious1
July 27, 2012

Hi, I was reading these post because I was trying to make a decision on my doctor but I have choosen Dr. Pazmino. My surgery date is August 3. I am soooooo excited. Dr. Pazmino is very informative and paitient I did not feel rushed at all. He seems to be really passionate about his work and just as excited as you are. I will post pictures soon. I cant wait!

glory262004
July 2, 2012

Hi I would like to know how did everything worked out for you w/ global and if it was not a gimmick everything they offer and of course if you can let me know how you feeling and how did they treat you, cause im interest.

Iman81
April 13, 2012

Sorry I mean ftt not fry but my stupid I phone keep changing the words I'm writting lol

Iman81
April 13, 2012

Hi lovely 12 , I'm having my fry with bbl on April 26
It's coming soon ...;) wish me luck
Trust me once u scadule aday , u wont stop thinking about it .. That's what happening to me lol
I drove my husbend crazy , he was like cant wait until ur done with this hehe
I'm doing my surgery in Houston but I think I'm paying alot of money , how much ur getting urs done ??

lovely12
February 17, 2012

I will and thank you Teresa. I'm excited for you too. I'm hoping to get it done before the end of the year.

Teresa8296
February 17, 2012

Im excited for you too. I want the same procedures as well. I have four boys and one girl, so I def understand when you say you want to do this for YOU! GOOD LUCK TO YOU and keep us posted.

lovely12
February 9, 2012

I really haven't decided on a for sure date yet. I know that I do have a year to decide now that I have paid my deposit. I am sssoooo excited.

Kirsty at RealSelf (Community Manager)
February 9, 2012

When will you be picking a date for your surgery? You must be excited!

Booty32
February 4, 2012

Hey, lovely12 Have you decided which MD your going with?

lovely12
February 12, 2012

I decided to go to the DRepublic. I really can't beat the price that I was given so I have paid my $500 deposit and waiting to set a date.

lovely12
February 12, 2012

My deposit is good for a year. I'm soooo excited.

lovely12
February 3, 2012

Yeah, well I hopefully will have picked a doc by at least Tuesday theatest and pay my deposit.

lovely12
February 3, 2012

Sorry....Tuesday at the latest.

lovely12
February 2, 2012

So what is pre op? Is that the lab work or no? Or registration? I will still need to buy garments, lab work, and hotel....if I pick him.

Getabooty
February 2, 2012

The pre-op is like the consultation, they can change for that, but most doctor's doing plastic surgery dont charge for it as in incentive to their patient. You can get your own garment, I choose to get another one at makemeheal.com for 59.00. I believe theirs is for 120.00. Some people tell me that they offer them pick up at the airport. I am renting my own car so I can get around, you know eating, visiting friends etc.

lovely12
February 12, 2012

That's good at least you won't be stuck at the hotel.

Getabooty
February 12, 2012

Yup girl, as soon as I am up to it, I am gone. Heading for the beach

lovely12
January 30, 2012

Yeah I guess not. I'll keep you posted.

Getabooty
January 30, 2012

Go ahead and call the Miami office and act like you are brand new and see if you get a different price.

lovely12
February 2, 2012

Ok, I called the Miami office and was quoted $6800. This includes 12 areas of lipo, tummy tuck, fat to the butt, pre-op, post-ops, surgery, follow ups, and don't include garment.

lovely12
February 2, 2012

Oh and the quote is good for a year but $100's per procedure needs to be put down for deposit. So I would have to put down $300.

Getabooty
February 2, 2012

Well it is is a little cheaper. Normally, post op is included in just about all surgeries at no charge with the exception of a very few surgeries, like heart surgeries etc. So overall it is a better price. My price does not include a tummy tuck.