Considering Dr. Duran. Would Appreciate Feedback! - Los Angeles, CA

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Hi, With what info I know I will try to share, with I received from other Rs'ers. Basically, You receive more knowledge by reading the other threads , seeing their personal private pictures posted , and you lead yourself from there...just like you would read reviews before buying anything in a store ,and you make your choice, all the girls on here give their heartfelt accounts of their positives, ups and downs, trial and errors , and experiences in hopes we can learn and make the right decisions for others. From this forum, It has helped me decide on which doctor im interested in, which recovery houses, etc... but in my opinion, these decisions are based on our individual preferences, and I am so grateful for this site for giving us a "light" in the underground railroad . Ciao !! Good luck!

Hello there! Everyone wants to be a Duran Doll or Yily Doll or a Baez Doll. You will learn that this site is very informative and you will gain a lot of knowledge from here. We are all grateful for this site like revamp me below said. I have had numerous consultations with board certified plastic surgeons in the United States and personally, they cannot sculpt the booty nor give you that hour glass figure like one deserves or is longing for. Yet, they charge you double and sometimes more. DrJCurves who is very popular and famous as he does some celebrities can give you that same effect, but he is the only one in the U.S. that I have come across who can perfect that type of look. Look him up on Instagram and take a look at his pics. However, he is very expensive as I received my first quote without him receiving pics and it was $9,800. The next quote was almost $15,000 which is krazy to me. Jimerson & Duran were on my top 3 list but like a lot of women on this site, you always have reservations about going to a third world country such as the Sojinican Republic. CIPLA, where those surgeons are located is nice, google that information and do your research, that is a must. After careful consideration and since Duran never got back with me after I had been chasing her for almost two months, I decided to go with Dr. Yily. My scheduled surgery date is January 31, 2014 as she is going on maternity leave in a few days, so I am hopeful that she will be afforded an opportunity to check a lot of her emails. Yily, Baez & Duran per all of the reviews that I have read are the most popular in the D.R. There are others that are good and you will have to google......"plastic surgeons in the dominican republic," and go from there. If you are considering the D.R. make sure that you first confirm your surgery date, obtain your passport (mine came back in 2 weeks-$135.00), select your recovery house because you only stay at the clinic overnight. Afterwards you will go to your Recovery House and depending on what procedures you have done, you will be there at least 15 days. I am staying for two weeks to ensure that I don't leave without any risk. You will have to take certain vitamins prior to surgery. I have registered with the Embassy of the United States, Dominican Republic in the S.T.E.P. Program (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program)n which is a free enrollment program provided by the U.S. Government to U.S.Citizens who are traveling to or living in a foreign country. This program allows you to enter information about yout upcoming trip abroad so that the Dept. of State can better assist you in the event of an emergency. You can register on travel.state.gov......Read off of the information regarding all sorts of things that can happen in that country. Again, where you are will be safe so make sure that you pick a pretty good recovery house where they offer massages (which you will need daily, per your physician), meals, transportation to and from the airport as well as in the city to the mall, money exchange, etc. Make sure that it also includes a 24 hour nurse by your side because you will most likely need one like most of us. Everyday gets better after the surgery according to tons of reviews that I have read and you will be fine. You will have to purchase a tourist card which is about $10.00 once you land in the D.R. Do not expose your cell phone, money or anything of the sort as always have someone that will try and hustle you. Remember, they think Americans are rich and so for that reason, they will try and get you. Be safe, I am hoping that you do decide on one of the plastic surgeons in the D.R. Everything will be ok. I bought my ticket on CheapOAir.com, it was $440.00+$155.50 (tax)=$595.50USD. I was able to select my own seat, etc. I am flying on Delta Airlines. I know that this seems like a lot, but you have to do your homework and not let this journey stress you out!!! Good luck and I will be following your journey!

By the way, I am coming from Cleveland, Ohio going to ATL, I have a layover for 58 minutes and then it's off to the D.R. which is closer than leaving out of New York City.

Hi Priscilla! I've been reading a lot of Realself blogs and I can answer most of your questions based on what I've seen. First, she doesn't have any pictures on her website because is not that necessary. She has A LOT of clients and people already know her. Also, I've noticed latin countries haven't really stepped on their game with the internet (in most cases). I would go on her Instagram and see results, or type her name in and see progress on girls. Also google her name and go to images, and you can get an idea of her work. She doesn't speak English, but I believe one of her assistants does. I would make sure to show images of bodies that resemble yours, but are improved, and be very specific on the look you want. When you send an email, use very easy words to understand and don't elaborate. "This is what I want. This is my current body. I don't want this" easy words. I saw some pictures and it looked very modern and good to me! Actually bigger than the places I've visited here in the US. She does consultations in person, if you are willing to travel there. She will have you on priority list as you are from out of country. Otherwise, I would stick with email. When you email make sure to include all your contact info, your pre op pics (front view, side views and indicate left and right, back view…) Point out what you don't like and what you want to keep. Also include wish pics. Also give a range of dates for the surgery and mention that you will be willing to put a down payment as soon as the arrangements are made. that way she will know you are serious. Only one email please. She has made this 1 email request many times to her patients. I haven't done this procedure yet, but I am considering her, or Dr. Salama in miami. I am also from LA like you. Most people stay 14 days at retreats, but if you can afford, and have the time off to do it, I would take a month. I cannot imagine an airplane ride, sitting for hours, on a butt that has just been sculpted to perfection. I will be for sure staying a month. People don't get procedures done because they didn't followed procedures (having all the tests done in the US, not paying down payment when asked to do so, didn't quit smoking, took vitamins that cannot be taken…) I'm shocked I've seen people telling me the best way is through whatsapp. I don't know her number though. Is normal to be scared. I am also religiously thinking about this. The thought of going out of country on a place I've never been before petrifies me. I will be asking to pay for insurance for whatever the time I'm there, JUST IN CASE. She is definitely more affordable, and gives amazing results, but it feels very relieving to do work with Salama or Ghurani in Miami, because I feel more protected as I am still in the US. Still debating who to go to... Hope this helped a tad!