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Interested in Gastric Sleeve in Mexico - Tijuana, MX
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Hello everyone. My name is Patricia and I'm 29...
WORTH IT$7,899
Hello everyone. My name is Patricia and I'm 29 years old. I'm a recently single mother of 2, and it has been so hard loosing weight after my kids. I have been researching getting the sleeve done in Mexico as the price is in the right range for me. Everything in Miami is super expensive. The only thing I am scared of is that they may be a scam. Any advice on good Doctors in Mexico? I'm also scared of the journey and being so far away from my kids, but I'm willing to face those fears to have a healthier life for them in the future.
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December 28, 2016
Hey! I'm in a similar boat... 29 y/o but no kids. I travel between Atlanta and central FL frequently. I'm looking to get sleeved in the next 2 months. I'm looking at either dr. Fernando Garcia or dr. Maytorena. If you are looking for a sleeve buddy please dm me.
January 19, 2017
Mine isn't either... or at least my mom. That's the only person I told. If you are looking for a travel buddy, let me know
January 19, 2017
I actually found a Doctor here in Coral Springs that does it for 8k so I think I'm going with him. It is really important to me to be able to have follow up care here in the US if anything like a leak should happen. I wen to an info session on Tuesday and I have my consult on February 8th. I am still looking to do it around March. I can't wait! I'm getting more and more excited. If you wanted to look them up they are Dr. Wizman and Dr. Taggar of Bariatrix Florida.
January 17, 2017
Had sleeve done October 2014 by Dr Ponce de Leon. Went on a Monday and was back on Thursday. Lost 140 lbs and was the best thing I ever did for myself.
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30 days pre
Few Days Away from my Consult
So my family has not been supportive of my decision to go to Mexico, and thankfully I found someone that is more than I wanted to pay but something I can still afford. I'm going on the 8th for my consult. Hopefully we can discuss dates for March. They will be giving me all the testing I need done and how to bill so that portion can at least be covered by my insurance. I also have my psychological eval on the 27th. This is getting so real I can't wait!
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March 10, 2017
Do yourself a favor and go to Dr Ariel Ortiz at OCC (Obesity Control Center). He's the best!! I had the surgery Feb 2016 and have lust 70 lbs and are at goal.
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8 days pre
Found my Doctor and It's Close to Home
It has definitely been a long journey, and I have struggled with my weight for years but that is all about to change in 9 days. On March 7th I will officially be starting a new chapter in my life. I was first looking into getting the sleeve done in Mexico as I have to pay the surgery out of pocket since it is an exclusion on my policy, but my family was not too excited about that decision as it is another country and I have two children to worry about. I found a Doctor here in South Florida, and since I am healthy (other than the weight) the process has gone so quickly. I am very excited, but this two week pre-op diet is a mental struggle. I can't wait to see the new me, and have more energy for my children and nursing school. :)
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February 27, 2017
Hi im soo happy for you. My struggle is similar to yours. I have two kids and i am a nurse but keeping up with all the running aroung is a challange. I started my search in Mexico as well because of the price but my concerns are the same as yours.
Who is the doctor you found in florida and how much is the cost please?
February 27, 2017
The name of the office is Bariatrix Florida and it Dr. Wizman and Dr. Taggar. I am doing it with Dr. Taggar. The price came out to $7899.
February 28, 2017
I have heard good things about Dr Taggar and I'm hoping to have a consult soon. Are you in South Florida?
February 28, 2017
I had my consult two weeks ago. My surgery is next Tuesday. I can't wait! And yes I live in Miami.
March 1, 2017
Oh wow, that is really fast! I am looking forward to following your journey. Good luck.
March 7, 2017
Hey! I just wanted to wish you lots of luck for your procedure today. Hope things go smoothly, and I can't wait to read your next update. Take care!
May 14, 2017
Hi There. Congrats on your new chapter. And happy mothers day. I am going to meet Dr Tagger tomorrow. Any advice or things you can share that I should know going in? I am really scared to do this, but know I must at this point.
Hope all is going well for you!!
Hope all is going well for you!!
Welcome, and thanks so much for sharing your story. I hope you'll enjoy being a part of this awesome community. Have you checked out the Sleeve Gastrectomy Forum yet? It's a great place to hang out and share pre and post op tips, or find a surgery buddy. Please keep us updated so we can follow your journey. Good luck!