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TT, BBL, Lipo with Dra Agustina Duran 2/26/2016 - Dominican Republic
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2 years researching. I'm now 51 and have decided...
WORTH IT$4,900
2 years researching. I'm now 51 and have decided to go to Dra Agustina Hilario Duran in Santo Domingo Dominican Republic. I chose her after following her work for the past years. She is an artist. She can snatch a waist and create a rounded butt. Love her work.
I emailed surgicoordinator to gather quote. I sent pics and filled out a simple health questionnaire. A few days later (today) I got my quote for TT, BBL, & Lipo $5000. However once I get a face to face consultation then she may decide that I only need a BBL & LIpo for $4100. This quote includes the surgical coordinator's $200 fee.
The Quote Included:
• Assistance from SurgiCoordinator CareTeam (Before and after the procedure)
•Cardiologic Evaluation
•Photographs (before and after surgery)
•Operating Room
•Anesthesia
•Post-surgical Accessory (1 Garment) aka Faja
•Supplies and disposable materials
•Medical fees
•One night at the clinic
•One night of nursing care (not personal)
•Consultation and medical checks before and after surgery
•Physician examinations and consultations, pre and post-operative
This Quote do not included:
* Insurances
* Post-Operative Medication (Aprox. US$200.00 dollars)
* Testing (Aprox. US$200.00)
* Compression Socks (Aprox. US$35.00) (I purchased through Amazon for $20)
* Blood Transfusion (Aprox. US$110.00 each one)
* Second Garment (I will buy in the DR)
I've requested a Feb 24 surgery date. I will book flight once confirmed
I'm researching Recovery Homes (RH) My list: My Home RH, Serenity RH, Paradise RH, Luxury RH. Waiting for quotes. My Home RH has had great reviews thus far.
I'm 5'4" and a 30.4 BMI @ 179 lbs (My heaviest weight ever).
I emailed surgicoordinator to gather quote. I sent pics and filled out a simple health questionnaire. A few days later (today) I got my quote for TT, BBL, & Lipo $5000. However once I get a face to face consultation then she may decide that I only need a BBL & LIpo for $4100. This quote includes the surgical coordinator's $200 fee.
The Quote Included:
• Assistance from SurgiCoordinator CareTeam (Before and after the procedure)
•Cardiologic Evaluation
•Photographs (before and after surgery)
•Operating Room
•Anesthesia
•Post-surgical Accessory (1 Garment) aka Faja
•Supplies and disposable materials
•Medical fees
•One night at the clinic
•One night of nursing care (not personal)
•Consultation and medical checks before and after surgery
•Physician examinations and consultations, pre and post-operative
This Quote do not included:
* Insurances
* Post-Operative Medication (Aprox. US$200.00 dollars)
* Testing (Aprox. US$200.00)
* Compression Socks (Aprox. US$35.00) (I purchased through Amazon for $20)
* Blood Transfusion (Aprox. US$110.00 each one)
* Second Garment (I will buy in the DR)
I've requested a Feb 24 surgery date. I will book flight once confirmed
I'm researching Recovery Homes (RH) My list: My Home RH, Serenity RH, Paradise RH, Luxury RH. Waiting for quotes. My Home RH has had great reviews thus far.
I'm 5'4" and a 30.4 BMI @ 179 lbs (My heaviest weight ever).
Qbin4life's provider
UPDATED FROM Qbin4life
1 month pre
RH Chosen: Rocio Ortega RH
I've chosen Rocio Ortega RH based on the excellent reviews, the owner emailed me this morning and then called me via WhatsAp to answer more questions, they have hospital beds, they have a web page and a FB page, they have a new vehicle for transport, the house is modern and very clean. They offer massages for $25 per 45 mins. They also offer other spa amenities. The decor is modern and minimal. OF course they have a doc and nurse available.
The only cons is they are 15 mins away from CIPLA and the transportation fees for the 2 weeks is $100 (airport xfer, CIPLA xfers for SX and FU appt.
The only cons is they are 15 mins away from CIPLA and the transportation fees for the 2 weeks is $100 (airport xfer, CIPLA xfers for SX and FU appt.
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January 28, 2016
Are you paying upfront or do they have financing options?
January 28, 2016
You pay a deposit, and then pay the remainder when you get there. Most require cash.
January 28, 2016
NO financing option with Duran. Just like Momof5jpurney said: you may deposit of $450 and then the balance there.
January 28, 2016
Oh boy thats not lookin good for me might have to stay in the US PAY DOUBLE jus for a payment plan ayy
January 28, 2016
chica-- really think twice about that. There's gotta be some way to save up $7k- even if it takes 1-2 years. I've waited 2 years to find the right doc. think about it. If you want to stay in US then check out Jonathan Fisher at Vanity Miami. Their prices are pretty reasonable and their work is worthy.
February 2, 2016
Fisher denied me because im too heavy an his patients have to be under 30bmi nice right lol? All the more motivation...
February 2, 2016
And i just received a response from dr.duran saying a quote and other services cost 200 dollars? Im like yea ok..next!!
February 2, 2016
Yes I paid a $200 fee for the Surgicoorinator's assistance (so worth it) and then $250 for the surgery center. So I owe a balance of $4550 for a TT and BBL & Lipo. I couldn't get that done in the US for that price or get the slamming results that I'll get from Durán. Good luck with your search
January 28, 2016
What is cipla lol? I see this but hesitated to ask anyone?
January 28, 2016
Cipla is the clinic where the surgery is preformed by Dr. Duran. I believe Dr. Cabral does his there as well.
January 28, 2016
Ive heard about vanity i heard the dx do great work but that the office is rude, unprofessional, cutthroat, indecisive ive seen it all anyway im about 4hrs away from miami but i will start saving i have a consult with dr.mendoza on mon
January 28, 2016
Thank you for the info on Yily, she has already sent me a price quote but i've decided to go with Duran. I wish she would respond because im dying to put my deposit down and get my date.
January 28, 2016
Me too.. I was just advised by someone to call her office directly first thing in the morning. Thats what I'm doing tomorrow
UPDATED FROM Qbin4life
26 days pre
Deposit for SX Complete: tips for faster payment processing
The SurgiCoordinator finally got in touch with me via WhatsApp to give me instructions on payment
TIP: If using SurgiCoordinator then download WhatsApp on your smartphone and use it instead of email once you get your quote. Also the RH's owners use WhatsApp to communicate. doesn't use your carrier's text allotment.
The deposits $450: $200 for the SurgiCoordinator fee (which I could have avoided if I had called Dra Durán's office directly) and the $250 surgical fee. Must pay this before the SX date can be confirmed
This is done through Xoom, PayPal company (but not tied to your existing PayPal account). Easy process but here are 2 tips to prevent your payment from being delayed for days.:
TIP #1 for Xoom payment: When entering the USD dollar amount. Xoom automatically choose to transfer the funds into Dominican Pesos. CLICK THE BUTTON to USD. My first payment was rejected and now I have to wait 4-5 days for reimbursement.
TIP #2 for Xoom payment: Use your Debit card. The payment will go through 15 minutes - 1 hour. The company boasts 15 mins Mine took an hour or a little over an hour. This option costs more ($26.00) over the Use My Bank Account (which is $4.99) Using USE MY BANK ACCOUNT takes 1-4 days for the payment to go through. I you have time to wait then choose it. I however want to get into Durán this February so I need my monies to get to them FASSSST.
So now I have to wait until Monday to see what dates in February are available. SurgiCoordinator said February & March are booked up since so many women are using their tax return money. She said April has good availability. However, I explained that since I'm not working right now- February is perfect time for me to get away and heal. Cross my fingers.
TIP: If using SurgiCoordinator then download WhatsApp on your smartphone and use it instead of email once you get your quote. Also the RH's owners use WhatsApp to communicate. doesn't use your carrier's text allotment.
The deposits $450: $200 for the SurgiCoordinator fee (which I could have avoided if I had called Dra Durán's office directly) and the $250 surgical fee. Must pay this before the SX date can be confirmed
This is done through Xoom, PayPal company (but not tied to your existing PayPal account). Easy process but here are 2 tips to prevent your payment from being delayed for days.:
TIP #1 for Xoom payment: When entering the USD dollar amount. Xoom automatically choose to transfer the funds into Dominican Pesos. CLICK THE BUTTON to USD. My first payment was rejected and now I have to wait 4-5 days for reimbursement.
TIP #2 for Xoom payment: Use your Debit card. The payment will go through 15 minutes - 1 hour. The company boasts 15 mins Mine took an hour or a little over an hour. This option costs more ($26.00) over the Use My Bank Account (which is $4.99) Using USE MY BANK ACCOUNT takes 1-4 days for the payment to go through. I you have time to wait then choose it. I however want to get into Durán this February so I need my monies to get to them FASSSST.
So now I have to wait until Monday to see what dates in February are available. SurgiCoordinator said February & March are booked up since so many women are using their tax return money. She said April has good availability. However, I explained that since I'm not working right now- February is perfect time for me to get away and heal. Cross my fingers.
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March 26, 2016
Thanks for the info!
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