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Hi Ladies, I plan on having surgery very soon...

rosey2021
$5,535
Hi Ladies, I plan on having surgery very soon (before this summer is over) in the DR with the amazing Dr. Fernandez Goico. I have already received a quotes and all those good things. However, before I pay my deposit and set a date I want to make sure I have a good place to say. I need some recovery house suggesting with prices included. I know there are other discussions on recovery houses but some of the posts are a bit dated and the girls rarely gave a price. I will just come out and say that i am looking for something legit but CHEAP as Goico required we stay in the DR for a minimum of 14 days after and thats a lot of time which equals more money out of my pocket. The cheapest recovery house I've come across so far is Yasmin's and she is about $55 dollars a day. Anybody know of any cheaper ones? Help would be greatly appreciated! I will also add more and update this once I get my recovery house figured out.

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February 7, 2016
Most good recovery houses I've read about are not so cheap. He gives a list of recommended recovery houses because many are not up to his standards. They often complain about how often his patients go to see him. It is best to contact each recovery house yourself to get quotes. Some have deals because of your extended stay or because of the season. Serenity used to be good but you may want to try their sister recovery home. I don't remember the name but you could ask them as they are owned by the same people. Welcome to the community. Best of luck on your travels.
February 8, 2016
Thank you a bunch for you response! I will continue to look around. I guess you are right, at this point I will just try to email, whatsapp, or call every recovery house i can to see who can give me the best deal.
February 8, 2016

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February 8, 2016
Welcome to the Goico train hun, as Valley2Hills has said good recovery houses are not so cheap, Your post op care is probably just as important as your Dr.

If I were you, i'd save a little longer to go to somewhere you'll be supported well and not have to deal with the added extras. I would also ask Yasmin recovery house if you have to pay extra for transportation to and from airport, laundry, etc etc as those then make it on par with other Recovery houses. If I wasn't going with Cosmicare I would have gone to Relax Recovery House, the owner is great with her communication and i have not yet come across a bad review about her home. I chose Cosmicare because they will be providing everything I need. which means I turn up with an empty suitcase. Good luck with your journey and in finding the right RH for you.
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February 8, 2016
Try this link where they discuss about recovery houses and you can post questions about getting a roommate/ body to help with RH cost. https://www.realself.com/forum/list-recovery-houses-in-dominican-republic#comment-3753740
Good luck
February 9, 2016
Thank you!!
February 9, 2016
I am in the DR recovering at this very moment. I had surgery with Dr. Fernández Goico on 2/4/16. I can go on about how wonderful he and his staff have been for days! As far as recovery, I am staying with relax recovery. The owners name is Soraya and she has been wonderful. Soraya picked me up from the clinic on Friday 2/5 and transported me to the recovery home. When she first walked in my room I was obviously still very groggy but I remember her rubbing my hand and asking how I felt. I immediately knew I was in good hands as she has a really warm spirit. When I arrived at the recovery home it was very nice. It's located near blue mall (if you would like to google that area) the neighborhood is very quiet and I have been getting a lot of my walking done outside on the sidewalk in front of the home. The nurses are here 24 hours. I have a button that I press whenever I need help to the bathroom etc. My medication is on a late schedule. One med is around 11 pm and another is not scheduled until 2 am. The nurse has been excellent about keeping me on schedule! It's like having your own cheerleader at hand. I say that because my fluid intake was low. I only wanted to sleep these first couple of days. However per doctors orders I should be drinking lots of water and walking 10 times per day for 5 minutes. The nurse has been great encouraging me to get up and walk and drink more fluid. She randomly brings me tea, water, juice etc. without my asking because she knows it's what I need. Sure, this type of care should be expected but you never know what you will get when you are putting your care in someone else's hands for such a length of time in such a vulnerable state. That is why I am most grateful for this place. Sorry if I left any important details out as it is very early but feel free to ask me anything. Also, Relax recovery is on what's app at 8098562002
February 9, 2016
Wow thank you so much! They sound absolutely amazing. Do you plan on staying for the entire 14 days that he recommends?
UPDATED FROM rosey2021
5 months pre

I Think I'm Getting "The Blues"...

rosey2021
Hello ladies. I know I still haven't uploaded any pictures. i will do that closer to my surgery date. In the meantime I would like to share an experience that I am having and maybe some of you can relate. Lately I have been feeling extremely......SELFISH and guilty for planning to spend so much money on my personal appearance. Every where i look I see people close to me who are struggling with bills, loans, etc. Ive just been feeling like such a brat for want this so badly. Its something that i have wanted for years and years and I never thought I would get the opportunity. I dreamed about it but now that it's attainable I'm having second thoughts. There is so much more I can do with this money. I can pay for extra classes at my university, I could travel, heck I could even buy a new car or just SAVE. On the other hand, I know that money comes and money goes. My biggest fear is that I will get this surgery and regret it if i ever fall on hard times. My other biggest fear is that i will not get the surgery and deeply regret it for many years to come..... A penny for your thoughts would be nice:)

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February 10, 2016
You can't always be concerned about other's financial troubles. You don't know all the details that got them where they are to be in a bad place. As kindhearted as it is to think of others would they be so concerned about you in turn? You probably like many others here don't do much for yourself often. Embrace it. Don't keep second guessing. The amount of comfort and confidence you could get from this experience could be priceless in the best of ways. I wish you all the best.
February 10, 2016
Valley has replied to so well I only have a little more to add. It is normal to feel guilty. But YOU DO deserve this for yourself. A better version of YOU is waiting. Life is too short, enjoy every moment because we do not know when our last will be.
February 11, 2016
You described me perfectly lol. I am kindhearted and I try to help others as much as i can. I feel almost guilty if I have money and someone I care about doesn't. but I am starting to see that generally others are quite selfish and wouldn't hesitate to do something for themselves so why should I.
February 11, 2016
My mother is the only person I've told as far as my plans of surgery and this is the exact same thing I was trying to tell her. Of course she's not too thrilled about the idea. She keeps telling me "but you are so young you have your entire life ahead of you" and I try to explain to her that time flies and I want to enjoy my life being the person I want to be sooner rather than later.
February 11, 2016
If you don't spend the money on this, you will spend it on something else. Then you'll look back and be upset because surgery would have been a better choice! Plus, summer is around the corner. Just imagine how cute your gonna look in all your new summer dresses!
February 11, 2016
Yes You are so right! I keep picturing myself with my dream body and how much sexier ill feel in my clothes. That is the one thing i do NOT want to have to go through. To look back one day after not doing it and regret it....
February 20, 2016
listen and im going to explain this from my own personal perspective,

I have 3 children who are well cared for, i have struggled to get to where i am and i am very unhappy with my body. Year after Year i come on to real self and check out the newest doctors, pre and post op pics and now im officially making a decision to be a better me for ME! 30 years i've been supportive to EVERYONE leaving myself out of the equation. DO WHAT MAKES U HAPPY!! and if u fall upon hard times girl u saw the players club lmao use what u got to get what u want ;)


do it!!
February 20, 2016
HaHaHa!! I LOVE this. Thank you girl!
UPDATED FROM rosey2021
5 months pre

My quote

rosey2021
I have received my quote. Currently waiting for an invoice to be sent to me so I can pay down the $300 deposit. Afterwards Karel will send me my receipt, balance, pre-op guidelines, list of things I will need to bring with me, and a medical questionnaire! Getting very excited again now. My previous worries about going through with this are disappearing.

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