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I am a 52 year old active female. Honestly, I...
Leaving Casa Marino
I am a 52 year old active female. Honestly, I never thought I would have any type of plastic surgery done. In the past few years, I noticed that I was developing jowls and my eyes were so droopy they close when I smile. My face had fallen and it became very noticable to me. My mother and I discussed it over the Christmas holiday and she suggested I send some pics to her surgeon in Mexico, Dr. Guellermo Koelliker. He suggested that I get a full facelift and eyelid surgery. We scheduled my surgery for April 10th.
On my first day, I arrived at the hospital and was checked in to my private room with a pull out sofa for my Mother to sleep. I highly recommend bringing someone with you to assist when the nurses aren't available. Dr. Koelliker met with me and explained his surgery recommendations. He also explained that they would be running a few tests to make sure I was ready for surgery. They ran an EKG and an internal medicine doctor looked over my blood test and vitals to verify that I was healthy for surgery.
My surgery was the next morning. I felt very confident in the hospital and Dr. Koelliker.
I spent the next two nights in the Celaya Hospital. Dr. Koelliker came and saw me multiple times a day and the nurses checked on my every two hours except at night when they let me sleep. The food was actually very good. The cafeteria ladies even made me a few mexican dishes that weren't on the menu. I appreciated that the cost included the after care in the hospital just in case there were any complications. It was reassuring to see Dr. Koelliker so often. You really aren't in much pain but it is uncomfortable to sleep.
On day 3 I moved to Casa Marino in beautiful San Miguel De Allende. Pat has create the perfect place to convalesce after surgery. The suite was comfortable, well appointed and quiet. The bed and linens were very comfortable. I loved the assortment of pillows. They really help when you are trying to sleep. The room includes a flat screen TV and Netflix. They also have a very large selection of movie DVDs. There is a lovely private patio so you can sit outside and enjoy the birds, bougainvillea and jacaranda tree. Two meals are included with your stay and they are delicious. The staff was friendly and attentive. They even provide a free phone for calls to the US. I couldn't have asked for a better place to rest and heal after surgery. The hardest part is remembering that your job is to just rest.
Dr. Koelliker came to Casa Marino on day 8 and removed my outside stitches. The inside stitches will disolve. We discussed my progress, after care and he answered any final questions I had. He also clears you for travel if you are planning to depart the next day. Again his tone and manner are very comforting and reassuring.
On Day 9, my boyfriend arrived and we moved to a VRBO to stay for an additional week. I was already taking short daily walks around town with a hat and sunglasses. Bring hats, big glasses and lots of sunscreen! When my boyfriend first saw me he said, "Your eyes look so beautiful!" We enjoyed an additional week siteseeing around the city and trying all the wonderful restaurants. I really don't think there is a better way to combine a facelift and a vacation than I had in San Miguel with Face Lift Mexico.
I am home now. The after photos are from day 18. I still have some swelling on my left side and a little bruising. I highly recommend preparing for surgery with a healthy diet, no alcohol and no smoking. The healthier you are going in, the faster the recovery. I believe Dr. Koelliker did what he said he was going to do which is make me look naturally refreshed, not pulled. My close friends and family may notice a slight difference but most people will not know I had 'work' done. I am very happy with the results and plan to start working and socializing on day 21.
On my first day, I arrived at the hospital and was checked in to my private room with a pull out sofa for my Mother to sleep. I highly recommend bringing someone with you to assist when the nurses aren't available. Dr. Koelliker met with me and explained his surgery recommendations. He also explained that they would be running a few tests to make sure I was ready for surgery. They ran an EKG and an internal medicine doctor looked over my blood test and vitals to verify that I was healthy for surgery.
My surgery was the next morning. I felt very confident in the hospital and Dr. Koelliker.
I spent the next two nights in the Celaya Hospital. Dr. Koelliker came and saw me multiple times a day and the nurses checked on my every two hours except at night when they let me sleep. The food was actually very good. The cafeteria ladies even made me a few mexican dishes that weren't on the menu. I appreciated that the cost included the after care in the hospital just in case there were any complications. It was reassuring to see Dr. Koelliker so often. You really aren't in much pain but it is uncomfortable to sleep.
On day 3 I moved to Casa Marino in beautiful San Miguel De Allende. Pat has create the perfect place to convalesce after surgery. The suite was comfortable, well appointed and quiet. The bed and linens were very comfortable. I loved the assortment of pillows. They really help when you are trying to sleep. The room includes a flat screen TV and Netflix. They also have a very large selection of movie DVDs. There is a lovely private patio so you can sit outside and enjoy the birds, bougainvillea and jacaranda tree. Two meals are included with your stay and they are delicious. The staff was friendly and attentive. They even provide a free phone for calls to the US. I couldn't have asked for a better place to rest and heal after surgery. The hardest part is remembering that your job is to just rest.
Dr. Koelliker came to Casa Marino on day 8 and removed my outside stitches. The inside stitches will disolve. We discussed my progress, after care and he answered any final questions I had. He also clears you for travel if you are planning to depart the next day. Again his tone and manner are very comforting and reassuring.
On Day 9, my boyfriend arrived and we moved to a VRBO to stay for an additional week. I was already taking short daily walks around town with a hat and sunglasses. Bring hats, big glasses and lots of sunscreen! When my boyfriend first saw me he said, "Your eyes look so beautiful!" We enjoyed an additional week siteseeing around the city and trying all the wonderful restaurants. I really don't think there is a better way to combine a facelift and a vacation than I had in San Miguel with Face Lift Mexico.
I am home now. The after photos are from day 18. I still have some swelling on my left side and a little bruising. I highly recommend preparing for surgery with a healthy diet, no alcohol and no smoking. The healthier you are going in, the faster the recovery. I believe Dr. Koelliker did what he said he was going to do which is make me look naturally refreshed, not pulled. My close friends and family may notice a slight difference but most people will not know I had 'work' done. I am very happy with the results and plan to start working and socializing on day 21.
Provider Review
Dr. Koelliker is a very talented surgeon with excellent bedside manner. I have had a few surgeries in my life and he was by far the most attentive. He sets your expectations and delivers what he promises. Also his english is excellent!