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TT, BBL, Lipo and Breast Augmentation Dr. Villalobos October 2015 - Cali, CO

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Am scheduled for surgery with Dr. Villalobos in...

kaiya711
$6,700
Am scheduled for surgery with Dr. Villalobos in October 2015. After researching for months, it finally became real once I booked my flight. Am very nervous as I am traveling alone to a foreign country. Especially nervous about the return trip home given some of the accounts I have read about people's concerns about being able to leave. I did not have difficulty getting a quote from Dr. V or booking the surgery date. The deposit was an ordeal because the wife didn't go through and the. Indy was returned. I was finally able to make the deposit through Paola with a credit card which is what I should have done initially. Guess it's time to start making lists and getting supplies together so any thoughts or suggestions would be welcome.

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Harold Villalobos, MD

Harold Villalobos, MD

Plastic Surgeon

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August 8, 2015
How did you get a quote from him?
August 8, 2015
I went through his website and entered all of my info and uploaded the pics needed. He emailed me back in 24hrs with a few questions and then emailed my quote shortly thereafter.
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August 8, 2015
good luck with the surgery I'm scheduled for September 8 traveled to Cali. why is concerned the return?
August 9, 2015
Why are you nervous about the return trip home? What concerns about leaving? I've been to Colombia on 3 occasions for 3 different surgeries and I'm going again this October to Cali for another surgery.
August 9, 2015
I have read accounts where people are concerned when asked why they are travelling to the country and some lie and say they are visiting relatives. That won't work for me as I am an African American. No difficulties returning home?
August 9, 2015
No difficulties at all. It's the same when people visit any other country incluiding the U.S., you get asked at the airport: what brings you here? And what do you do for a living. My answers have been: vacation, a friend's wedding, visiting a friend.. I've never said that I'm there for a surgery because I think it's nobody's business. When returning home before getting your boarding pass you go to a window where they stamp your passport that you're living the country. Don't wear your compression garment (in case you get patted down if they feel something off they may think you're bringing something illegal hidden in your body) I always ask the doctor for a letter stating that I had surgery in case of anything but I have never had to use it. I really don't understand why some people are concern about returning home since it's the same as in any other country. I'll be going again by myself in October.
August 9, 2015
Where are you staying? Btw, I went to Villalobos last year
August 10, 2015
Paola mentioned the airport may stop me from traveling if they feel my health is at risk. Its mostly for those that want to come in and out after surgery and not realize dvt risks. A note helps buy she or her assistant said the airport has a doctor.
August 15, 2015
Thanks for the info Cleo1. An staying at Casa Arama. Will be there 13 days. How was your previous experience wi Dr. V. We're you pleased with the results?
August 16, 2015
I'm happy with the BA, but he didn't do a good job with my lipo and didn't give me the nice round perky butt I was looking for so I'm looking at other doctors for a second round, at least he left enought fat in my body for other doctor to put in my butt on my next surgery
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August 20, 2015
Hi Cleo1, I'm considering Dr. V also & just wondering what is it about your lipo that you were unhappy with. Would you mind sharing pics? I can give you my email if you prefer sharing that way. I'm considering BA & lipo sculpture with Dr. V.
August 22, 2015
Hi nance76, I'm not happy with the lipo because he didn't take enought fat from my lower stomach (looks like I have a pouch) I asked to do my inner tights and arms but they look the same , I have big bumps right in the middle of each hip, two diagonal rolls in my back and dimples on my flanks and back. He took to much fat from above my right glut that a bone sticks out. When I question him about that bone and the stomach fat that was moving like a water bed he said he didn't know what that was. My back side looks with bumps, dimples and a big bone sticking out
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August 24, 2015
Thank you so much for sharing your experience Cleo1 and wished you were happy with your results. I will definitely take your story along with much research into consideration before I make a decision about moving forward with my PS journey.
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April 6, 2016
Omg me too my lower belly.. I thought it was just me.. But it's my only complaint
UPDATED FROM kaiya711
22 days pre

3 weeks and counting...

kaiya711
Wow where did the time go? Seems like only yesterday, I decided to go this route. After doing a lot of research, I have decided to invest in the bbl pillow. Having to travel on the plane and return to work, I do not want to damage my newly constructed derrière. The pillow will become my new best friend...where I go, it goes. At least for the first 4 wks after surgery. Time to start getting things together...October 3rd (departure date) is right around the corner.

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September 14, 2015
Good luck and speedy recovery and I have 5 days of tough process operated. you have to have patience
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September 18, 2015
Hi Kaiya711, wow your surgery is right around the corner which must be so exciting :-) I'm also in talks with Dr. V & if all works out, February will be time. Will you be posting before/after pics? Hope all goes well & excited for you :-)
September 27, 2015
UPDATED FROM kaiya711
13 days pre

Less than two weeks away...,

kaiya711
Still seems unreal...will be on a flight to Cali next Saturday afternoon. I decided to add a breast lift to my surgical plan together with breast augmentation. Am currently a D cup...thinking moving up to a DD just to achieve that nice round look. Haven't mentioned this to the boyfriend just yet...Oops. Have most if not all of my supplies. Uhm, now to just get them in the suitcase. A day off from work would certainly help. I know I know. I need to upload before pics but prefer to do post op.

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September 24, 2015
Hi, I just wanted to wish you good luck ! I am originally from Cali and I am going to be schedule surgery with Dr V . For next summer. I cannot wait to see your results. I really hope you have a satisfactory experience. I believe you chose a great doctor , I have done my homework and I have ask some friends in Cali and they said he is well know and really good. Wish you the best.
September 25, 2015
Thank you!! Will keep u posted.
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December 6, 2015
Thanks for the good wishes. . I am still waiting for Dr. Henao's estimate. I will be posting soon. About my decision. Good luck with your surgery...!!
September 27, 2015