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Profile: Mary P
Surgery: Post Op
Surgeon Info:
Alberto Aceves M.D., F.A.C.S. (Mexicali, )
Before the procedure I emailed with the Doctor and his staff practically every day. They were awesome to answer all my questions and concerns, no matter how petty i thought they were.
I was banded March 7, 2008. That day was the first day of my new life and Dr. Aceves made it possible. I arrived at the hospital, driven there by Ernesto, and I was very impressed. I know everyone hears awful things about the medical care in Mexico, but don't believe it all!
I was there with others who were also getting banded. We had a tour of the hospital, given by Sergie (he was a doll) meeting Dr. Aceves, who was very personable, towards the end of the tour. Then we spent a lovely evening at a great motel, many of us enjoying our "last meals."
That evening, the anestesiologists met with us, explained the procedure in more detail. Showed us actual lap bands for us to hold and ask questions about. I loved that part, never have I had a meeting with an anestesioligist before any other procedures I've had. They answered all our questions, they were very knowledgeable and thorough.
Surgery seemed to go fast. Before I knew it I was waking up in my room. The hospital room was more like a motel room than a hospital. The staff was very attentive and caring. Dr. Aceves checked on me often and had wonderful bedside manner. And the chicken broth was delicious, who could have thought chicken broth could be so good. Several of us got the recipe from the kitchen staff (its made, not canned).
After I got home, I had no problems. The staff checked on me frequently after I got home for the first few weeks. I had all the aftercare information I needed.
I would recommend Dr. Aceves to anyone. Not only will you save money, but it was the best care I have ever recieved from a medical professional. I have had five other surgeries in my life, this was definitely the best experience.
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