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Hello everyone, during my online search for a...

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Makeover81
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Hello everyone, during my online search for a Surgeon I ran across RS quite a few times and decided to join. My initial search for a BBL was in the L.A. area. After reviewing a few posts on here I ran across the name of a few docs in the DR. If these prices are accurate ($3k-5k) it's a fraction of the price I would pay here in Cali. Anyone have any reservations about leaving the country? Reviews?

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Agustina Hilario Duran, MD

Agustina Hilario Duran, MD

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July 20, 2014
I went toT.J. and everything turnedrout great! Facilities were nice! I'm 7 days post-op with no complaints.
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July 20, 2014
Thank you, that makes me feel a bit better.
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July 20, 2014
I have been checking out this site now for 6 months. The prices are definitively lower abroad but you have to add cost of trip, healing time and cost of stay for someone to care and massage you and it would be nice to stay as long as possible to make sure there are no complications to bite you when you return which could be dangerous and definitively costly. I would chose a doctor abroad that operates out of a hospital which is better equiped to handle any emergencies which might occur, the negative issues that have been in the media regarding fatalities by doctors which have a lot of great results and reviews in the Dominican Republic, were not performed in a Hospital, but in a surgery center, which is very different. I think taking care of yourself prior and after surgery is very important and realizing that costumes abroad are quite different than what one is used to in the US. As far as drastic changes, which require more aggressive surgery, the Dominican Republic is famous for their tiny waist, big hip, huge asses and create miracles that sometimes it is hard to believe the after pictures are the same women as the before. Whatever you do realize no doctor can prevent issues that arise when one does not divulge a complete and accurate medical history so it is good to be honest and clear about what you want, and realize that not all skins respond the same to surgery, scarring, and that the recuperation and pain periods are as varied as the people themselves....Thanks for sharing, hope you post some before pictures as it helps people identify themselves with the different body types to see the possibility of what their own outcome by watching your process. Blessings and love sent your way. Wishing you a safe surgery with tolerable discomfort and wonderful results....Gina la Cubana from Santa Cruz, California
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July 21, 2014
Thanks Gina for the advice. You've given me some great points to consider. I will post some pics in the next few days so u guys can see where my starting point is.
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July 20, 2014
Welcome to RS! You get more for your money out of country and certainly more projection!!! Best wishes on ur journey!
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July 21, 2014
Thank u sexeeangel. I saw your before & after pics & u look great! This definitely is a process. I think I'm just being impatient.
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July 21, 2014
Thank you so much!!! Patience is a virtue and this is no rush process! It took me to years just to sign on becz I did two years of research so take ur time!
July 23, 2015
You girl im seeking to go to dr.duran early next yr 2016. I u will look amazing. Good look can wait to see your results.
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1 year pre

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Makeover81
I've been on RS constantly the last two days & my head is spinning. It's hard to know where to start. I need lipo & bbl and will probably be traveling solo. I'm thinking November this year or late January would be ideal. I didn't have any reservations abt traveling to DR for surgery until my husband brought up some valid concerns. I guess I'm still open to it but I'm now trying to research a few Docs in Florida. I live in California but I doubt if I can get the surgery done out here for less than 12k. Do any of u gals have any advice on starting this journey? Thanks!

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UPDATED FROM Makeover81
1 year pre

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Ok girls...so I think I've narrowed my list down a bit. So far I'm loving what Dr.Baez & what Dr. Duran is doing. I like that they both are giving patients a nice round projection & hips. I'm 5'4" 172, married with 3 kiddos. I have no hips at all and they literally dent inwards where they should be :( I'm not a fan of getting a TT so whomever I select will just have to lipo what they can. I had a hysterectomy last year so I will not be stretching out this stomach anymore with pregnancy. I noticed 2 (significant) differences while researching Docs here in the US versus DR. 1. Recovery seems to be better here. So idk if it's lack of anesthesia experience or lack of better medicine for anesthesia. It is not acceptable to wake up during your procedure. Also, the girls who are reporting excruciating pain for 4 or more days had their sx abroad.
2. (Which is the flip side to #1). The results you get in the DR are incredible! You ladies look amazing!!! It seems like here the work is a little more conservative as far as the amount of fat transferred. I'm not looking for conservative. I'm looking to stop traffic lol. I've seen some work in Florida that was great though but for twice as much.
Oh well girls... Either way, December or January it's on. This gives me plenty of time to learn more from u all. I promise I'll have the hubby take some pics so I can post for u guys.

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July 26, 2014
One of the differences I've noticed is that women seem to get much more aggressive lipo in DR, which may account for some of the differences in healing experiences.
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July 27, 2014
Lol love the name & I think u might be right.
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July 26, 2014
Do tons of research and then make an informed decision. Ultimately you know what you are willing to compromise on. Is the language barrier an issue for you? Is money a concern? Are you very sensitive to the idea of being alone in a foreign country if something goes wrong ? Some issues I ran into when trying to choose a surgeon were non factors for others. Good luck to you. I hope you find a surgeon you trust and get the outcome you desire
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July 27, 2014
I think I want this so badly that the things that u listed are not issues for me. I want the best post op pain management and I pray that I will not need a transfusion. You brought up some great points and ur input is appreciated.