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It will be very difficult to find the right words to describe? the exceptional experience I had with Dr. Koelliker and the staff at Casa Marino Spa retreat.
? From being met by my driver/escort, at the Leon airport, driven by private car to the hospital (about a 45 minute ride) and return to the airport from the Casa Marino retreat it was a seamless experience.? The drivers are part of the team and are bilingual.
I’m a single 55 year old woman who? after much research; decided to? have a face lift in Mexico with Dr. Koelliker at the Guadalupano Hospital in Celaya City with a 3 night private hospital room stay..
? Dr. Koelliker's office is in the hospital (he came to my room 3-4 times a day post -op). ? Not only was this one of the best decisions I have ever made but I can’t imagine having had my facelift surgery in a clinic and being sent home the same day.?
?It was all so very intimidating until I met and chatted with Pat Marino on the phone and via email in my search for a skilled surgeon.
? She helped give me the confidence and courage I needed to make this decision .? Pat was always available to answer my emails.
I was given very good instructions on how to prepare prior to going in for the surgery. Without that knowledge things may not have gone as perfectly as they did. I decided to go alone since you really are never alone. It was great.
? Fabiola our patient liaison at the retreat was always there to answer my many questions and she inspected my face every morning. Pat was also there, had lunch with us several times and reassured me that everyday my recovery would get better ( and it did) She even took us into town (there was another female patient there during my stay ) to shop.?
From the moment I arrived until the moment I returned home went without a hitch, I cannot say enough about Dr. Koelliker and his skilled team who made me feel very comfortable and secure with my decision.
My facelift included:
1. Temporal forehead lift
2. upper/lower eye lids
3. mid face? and cheeks?
? with SMAS ?
4. neck lift
5. lip fat transplant
? (UPPER AND LOWER LIP EXTRA $600)?
6. upper/lower lip dermabrasion
? (EXTRA $600)?
?When I arrived I met Dr Koelliker in my private room for photos and our extensive consult, (lasting several hours) he ordered an extensive pre -op evaluation with EKg and blood work (actually I sent this from home to prequalify for my surgery ) but they re-do it once you arrive . ?
?They used IV sedation which is safer than general anesthesia and easier on the recovery part since it doese not make you nauseous. Did not hear or feel anything. The anesthesiologist is an M.D. The Pain was managed by an IV drip along with an antibiotic for 24 hours after surgery. ?
? My dermabrasion was a challenge a bit painful at first and continued to improve starting to scab up and fall off around day 7. I had smokers lines . I also chose to have lip fat transfers to upper/lower lips. He harvested some fat from my neck to inject in my lips.
?
I was driven by Dr. K’s private driver ? from the hospital? to the retreat on the morning of the 4th day. I remained until the 10th day and Dr. Koelliker came to the retreat to see me and take out the stitches. I was really impressed that he came to see me to clear me for my flight home.
Dr. Koelliker is very compassionate with the best bed side manner of any doctor I have ever visited. Dr.Koelliker speaks very good English which is a big plus.
??My recovery stay at Casa Marino Spa in San Miguel de Allende was an absolute bonus. The care and attention was just what I required after the surgery.
I was greeted at Casa Marino by Fabiola, our bi-lingual patient liaison? who was at my side for my every need. Greg, Pat’s husband did rounds at 7PM to be sure I was OK and if I needed anything.
A ? hearty breakfast and lunch? were prepared daily by the wonderful cook.
?I found I was happy having some of the delicious snacks provided in the patients refrigerator; I didn’t feel hungry for a full dinner after having a very hearty breakfast and lunch each day. I could have leftovers from lunch put in the refrigerator for later and placed in the micro. I was completely spoiled in every way. ?
? Fabiola gave me a wonderful spa day, a massage, mani and pedi. (they charge extra for spa services).
It was wonderful. I felt well enough to go into town for a little shopping about day 6 in charming San Miguel. Casa Marino is a 10 min. walk to center of town. I am leaving tomorrow and feeling a little sad but now I feel I have more confidence and ready to face the challenges of the world.?
I’m back home couldn’t be happier so many thanks to Dr. Koelliker and all those involved with my cosmetic surgery vacation. (it was lovely to walk down to breakfast in my luxurious robe provided by the private retreat). I will post more photos later so be sure to follow Dr. Koelliker, he is a wonderful surgeon and cares about his patients safety and comfort. Pat Marino and Fabiola many thanks.
? From being met by my driver/escort, at the Leon airport, driven by private car to the hospital (about a 45 minute ride) and return to the airport from the Casa Marino retreat it was a seamless experience.? The drivers are part of the team and are bilingual.
I’m a single 55 year old woman who? after much research; decided to? have a face lift in Mexico with Dr. Koelliker at the Guadalupano Hospital in Celaya City with a 3 night private hospital room stay..
? Dr. Koelliker's office is in the hospital (he came to my room 3-4 times a day post -op). ? Not only was this one of the best decisions I have ever made but I can’t imagine having had my facelift surgery in a clinic and being sent home the same day.?
?It was all so very intimidating until I met and chatted with Pat Marino on the phone and via email in my search for a skilled surgeon.
? She helped give me the confidence and courage I needed to make this decision .? Pat was always available to answer my emails.
I was given very good instructions on how to prepare prior to going in for the surgery. Without that knowledge things may not have gone as perfectly as they did. I decided to go alone since you really are never alone. It was great.
? Fabiola our patient liaison at the retreat was always there to answer my many questions and she inspected my face every morning. Pat was also there, had lunch with us several times and reassured me that everyday my recovery would get better ( and it did) She even took us into town (there was another female patient there during my stay ) to shop.?
From the moment I arrived until the moment I returned home went without a hitch, I cannot say enough about Dr. Koelliker and his skilled team who made me feel very comfortable and secure with my decision.
My facelift included:
1. Temporal forehead lift
2. upper/lower eye lids
3. mid face? and cheeks?
? with SMAS ?
4. neck lift
5. lip fat transplant
? (UPPER AND LOWER LIP EXTRA $600)?
6. upper/lower lip dermabrasion
? (EXTRA $600)?
?When I arrived I met Dr Koelliker in my private room for photos and our extensive consult, (lasting several hours) he ordered an extensive pre -op evaluation with EKg and blood work (actually I sent this from home to prequalify for my surgery ) but they re-do it once you arrive . ?
?They used IV sedation which is safer than general anesthesia and easier on the recovery part since it doese not make you nauseous. Did not hear or feel anything. The anesthesiologist is an M.D. The Pain was managed by an IV drip along with an antibiotic for 24 hours after surgery. ?
? My dermabrasion was a challenge a bit painful at first and continued to improve starting to scab up and fall off around day 7. I had smokers lines . I also chose to have lip fat transfers to upper/lower lips. He harvested some fat from my neck to inject in my lips.
?
I was driven by Dr. K’s private driver ? from the hospital? to the retreat on the morning of the 4th day. I remained until the 10th day and Dr. Koelliker came to the retreat to see me and take out the stitches. I was really impressed that he came to see me to clear me for my flight home.
Dr. Koelliker is very compassionate with the best bed side manner of any doctor I have ever visited. Dr.Koelliker speaks very good English which is a big plus.
??My recovery stay at Casa Marino Spa in San Miguel de Allende was an absolute bonus. The care and attention was just what I required after the surgery.
I was greeted at Casa Marino by Fabiola, our bi-lingual patient liaison? who was at my side for my every need. Greg, Pat’s husband did rounds at 7PM to be sure I was OK and if I needed anything.
A ? hearty breakfast and lunch? were prepared daily by the wonderful cook.
?I found I was happy having some of the delicious snacks provided in the patients refrigerator; I didn’t feel hungry for a full dinner after having a very hearty breakfast and lunch each day. I could have leftovers from lunch put in the refrigerator for later and placed in the micro. I was completely spoiled in every way. ?
? Fabiola gave me a wonderful spa day, a massage, mani and pedi. (they charge extra for spa services).
It was wonderful. I felt well enough to go into town for a little shopping about day 6 in charming San Miguel. Casa Marino is a 10 min. walk to center of town. I am leaving tomorrow and feeling a little sad but now I feel I have more confidence and ready to face the challenges of the world.?
I’m back home couldn’t be happier so many thanks to Dr. Koelliker and all those involved with my cosmetic surgery vacation. (it was lovely to walk down to breakfast in my luxurious robe provided by the private retreat). I will post more photos later so be sure to follow Dr. Koelliker, he is a wonderful surgeon and cares about his patients safety and comfort. Pat Marino and Fabiola many thanks.
Provider Review
Dr.Koelliker was the best surgeon most caring I have ever met I am so happy, I met him and he did my facelift, I would do it again.