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25 Years Old, 1 Child had Surgery in Mexico.

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I plan to have my sleeve done in early June, I...

Rethink08April 11, 2016
WORTH IT$3,799
I plan to have my sleeve done in early June, I have been looking at medical tourism agencies to make the decision much easier to find a good surgeon. I am really nervous about getting the surgery so I am having my family come with me hopefully, we can make it into a small family vacation. I am still looking for flights as of right now, it's hard to find a cheap seat because I need a first class flight because of my size.

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Dr. Marcelo Hernandez

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Dr. Marcelo Hernandez spoke zero English, I only met him when I was leaving and I never saw him before. I waited all day at the facility and didn't have surgery until late that day but that's ok, I would recommend him to people. The surgery was a sucess so far.

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R3dcheeks
April 12, 2016
What doctors have you looked into so far and what are you finding as fast as the cost? I'm starting my research now. Did they require that you jump through hips or.how long does it take for them to get the process started from the time you contacted them to do it?
Rethink08
April 16, 2016
It didn't take long. there are no hoops to really jump through like in the U.S. I have to do a liquid diet for 10 days, but other than that nothing. I have decided to start trying to lose weight on my on a little bit first and eating better and lighter. I have been looking at Dr. Mario Almanza and Dr. Marcelo Hernandez you can do your surgery as soon as you pay in full, book your flight and get your passport. I am doing a 10 pre op diet but most do not have to do it for that long, I think it's because my weight is over 365 and bmi is so high. I need to shrink my liver.The cost id to the point, right now there is a special so I jumped at the chance.
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Sheila S
April 13, 2016

Hi there, and welcome! Thanks for sharing your story with us. It's good to know you have such a supportive family. I'm sure that will help you to achieve your goal. Have you checked out the Sleeve Gastrectomy forum yet? Here's a great post to get you started. Hope you enjoy it! Please update us as you continue on your journey. Good luck :)

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Rethink08
April 16, 2016
Thanks! I will, right now.
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sleevedlife
April 13, 2016
Hey they have Bulk seats in Couch too. I after I booked my plane tickets I called and asked them to place myself and my family in bigger seats. And she did. They're called bulk seats. Hope that helps.
Rethink08
April 16, 2016
Dang, We already paid for first class. it was almost $1500.00
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sleevedlife
April 16, 2016
Ouch I'm sorry. Well atleast in the end it will all be worth it!!
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sleevedlife
April 16, 2016
I just notice I put couch instead of coach lol. Funny!
Rethink08
April 16, 2016
It's fine I know what you mean.
Lin Zee
April 13, 2016
I got sleeved in March by Dr Carlos Altamirano Cano in Tijuana. I've had 0 complications and am doing fantastic. He's really an incredible surgeon and has helped me every step of the way- from beginning and now. He's got a great facebook group full of support. I highly suggest checking him out!
Rethink08
April 16, 2016
I found a site and pick a doctor on weight loss agents.com
Rethink08
April 16, 2016
It didn't take long. there are no hoops to really jump through like in the U.S. I have to do a liquid diet for 10 days, but other than that nothing. I have decided to start trying to lose weight on my on a little bit first and eating better and lighter.
UPDATED FROM Rethink08
2 months pre

Flight booked, mind set and money saved. Being healthy.. priceless, there are somethings money can't buy but this is one of them

Rethink08April 16, 2016
Ok, well I have booked my flight for my surgery, put down my deposit and have prayed. I am getting extremely excited and scared at the same time, I am now trying to get my passport application turned in by next Tuesday. I have been eating a little better and have only eaten out 2 times since scheduling my surgery, I know... I know not a good idea. I have set my surgery day for June 3rd 2016 and am siked about it finally. After speaking to the reps on weight loss agents. com and seeing the reviews I have become a lot more comfortable. I am still saving money and working my butt off because I would like to take 2 weeks off from work when I get back, so far I have not had any issues getting things done regarding the surgery. I am trying to decide between 2 doctors, my first pick was Dr. Mario Almanza but now I'm looking at Dr. Marcelo Hernandez he is $700 dollars less. I can not find any reviews on him so I guess I will be the first one lol. does anyone have any tips for me.

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meee2017
April 17, 2016
Yes, they both are in the same practice. Keep me posted on your journey, I will be leaving as you are coming. You got this!
Rethink08
April 17, 2016
Thank you! I am nervous. I can't believe I am really doing this!
FeelinFabulous
April 21, 2016
I used Dr. Ortiz from OCC in TJ - he was excellent
Rethink08
April 24, 2016
I have heard hood things about him on the weight loss forum's.
Rethink08
April 24, 2016
Good not hood lol
vsalinas_84
May 25, 2016
I went wit Dr Javier Rojas he was amazing and the hospital was beautiful
Rethink08
May 25, 2016
Cool, I haven't heard much about him.
bigrange
August 11, 2016
Please let me know how Marcelo Hernandez was. Debating chick dr got a September date.
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2 months pre

I forgot to say..........

Rethink08April 16, 2016
I changed my birth control method, I had the Implanon and it was 6 months past having it removed! I know my insurance was playing games. I had the Mirena birth control implanted yesterday and believe me when I tell you it was nothing like when I have it in 2010, I cramped so bad I started crying. I am still hurting smh, I have been taking Ibuprofen and Tylenol PM all freaking day. My husband has been a great help, I was such a baby but it was extremely painful, I felt like I was in labor, the cramping was unbearable If the sleeve is like that I will have to call on God for help because that was no JOKE!

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