Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico - Travel and Surgery Vlog | My Gastric Bypass Journey
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ย. 2024
- I had a Gastric Bypass on December 1, 2020 at Mexico Bariatric Center in Tijuana Mexico. These are the clips from my trip, including how I was feeling directly after surgery and what it was like during this entirely new experience for me. The staff is top-notch at MBC and I was cared for very well and had a great experience. Surgery went very well with no complications, and post-op was surprisingly easy, given my stomach had just been chopped in two.
* This video is for general information and to share my experience only; it is not intended to offer medical advice. Always consult your physician and surgical team for medical information. *
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Hi fellow Washingtonian !! I’m having surgery 4/8/23 getting close! it’s nice to see someone from the same area heading to the same ! ty for taking the time to share your experience!
My mom is having surgery that same day!!!;-)r u going alone
@@100bieberdison yea I’m going alone are you going with your mom? I have dr. Ceja
@@sarahwallace9005 no i wont be going w her she too is going alone-congratulations i know u have got to be getting excited!!;-)her dr is going to be dr gutierrez-maybe yall will meet along the way;-)do u plan on sharing ur weight loss journey?i already started following just in case;-)hahah
Her name is denise-i hope yall get to connect and encourage one another!!;-)shes from louisiana;-)
@sarahwallace9005 how did your surgery go with Dr. Ceja? I am thinking about getting my bypass from him.
Great video. Your mom is so cute. God bless
Isn't she?! She's the best support in the whole world.
Just had mine at MBC this Saturday and your blogs have really helped me follow along and relate and make me feel normal so thank you!
I'm so glad! How are you feeling so far?
You are my hero! So happy and thankful you are doing well! Can't wait to watch your losing journey!
Thanks for sharing!! I found you after I search for RNY surgery, Mexico Bariatric Center. Your videos have been a lot of info, and settled a lot of nerves for me. I will be going in July but alone. I am excited but scared. Please keep sharing your journey! LoveFromFL 💕
I am so glad I found your videos, so helpful .. I have 1,, psych session and 1 dietician appt. left then I'll get my surgery date . Can't wait... I am 65 wish I could have done this in my 30s...when I could have had a better life. Thank you again for all your videos....great job .....
I recognized Seattle before you even showed the space needle. I'm from WA myself. Hoping for a March surgery date at MBC. Your videos are great!!! Thank you for sharing.
I am from WA as well! Surgery scheduled for April!
WA partyyyy!
@@1FatBeet Yeah I thought is that the I-5? on the way to SeaTac airport? I'm in the Tacoma area. Now we need to do a meet-up group.
Hi new to ur channel thanks for all ur info congratulations on ur new journey
Thank you so much!
Is a passport required?
What was the cost? And the name of the surgery center?
The total cost of my surgery was $7,225. The gastric bypass procedure is more expensive than the sleeve, and I had a high BMI so my total reflected an extra $695. I had surgery at Mexico Bariatric Center which is done at the Mi Doctor Hospital in Tijuana Mexico.
Bin watching your channel 😁👋great content... so informative.. 🥰👍🏼
Thank you so much 🤗
I love ur vid
I went to that same hospital / doctor for my sx
. you and your mom are so cute.
I just subscribed ❤❤
GOD Bless you and your family.🙏🙏
Plus your voice is so soothing.
Also Quick question for your flight did you need a particular state i.d. to board the plane ? Like with a star on it ?
Thank you for your kind comments! I didn't need the REAL ID to board the flight - that law doesn't start until October 1st of this year. I did just use my passport, though, since I was bringing it with me to get back over the boarder from Mexico :)
What do they give you for ice and water?
BC we can’t drink the water in Mexico
They have filtered and bottled water at the hospital for us to use.
Ok, my 2nd time watching this and I'm soooooo excited about my upcoming procedure at MBC June 28th. Also a little emotional. 😮 How did the PJ pants elastic feel with your Incision? What's a good outfit to plan on flying home in? Thanks.
All of my incisions were below the elastic of my PJs, but they weren't tight by any means so it wouldn't have been uncomfortable to pull them up either. I chose to wear a comfy dress and leggings for my flight home and was super cozy!
Hi! Thanks for sharing your story!
I’m on the fence about getting a VSG.. super anxious and nervous.
But i have a few questions,
who was your surgeon and coordinator?
How was the bedside manner of the surgeon?
Also did you have your own room in hospital ?
My surgeon was Dr. Rodriguez Lopez and my coordinator was Cathy. The surgical team had a great beside manner and a lot of people came by on my surgery morning to talk with me and answer any questions I had. I only met the surgeon once, and honestly I was so ready I didn't even talk to him very long because I didn't have any other questions, but he was very nice and ready to answer anything I needed before surgery. I did have my own room, though I've heard if they are busy enough that you may share with one other person. With COVID not allowing visitors, I wouldn't have minded sharing a room and having someone to talk with!
I recognize Seattle! I live in Aberdeen! How was traveling to San Diego from Seattle during covid? Did you have to take proof of a negative covid test?
Seattle's so recognizable! Travel to San Diego from Sea Tac was really easy and is a pretty quick flight. I didn't need any COVID testing when I flew. We also flew Alaska Airlines and they were leaving all middle seats empty so it felt a little safer, though I'll be honest I was nervous about flying in general.
What hotel did you stay in and did your mom have to pay extra for her stay in the hotel while you were in the hospital?
You are amazing and courageous. Thank you for sharing. We are going in May 2021 for my daughters surgery.
We stayed at the Hyatt Place Tijuana Hotel; it's what is included in the surgery package and they handle everything with the reservation. There was an extra cost for having a companion stay in the hotel - I believe it was around $400, and it was wrapped up in the cost of the surgery so I paid for that at the same time as everything else.
@@1FatBeet what did your mother do while you were in the hospital. Was it safe to go out to shop alone. I would love to here the perspective from the companion side.. Thank you for responding.
@@carladunigan2925 She worked remotely from the hotel for most of her time. She did wander around during the day a few times within walking distance of the hotel - there was a grocery store nearby and she picked up food from some restaurants a couple of times as well. I know hearing from other patients that Juan at the hotel can help you or your companions find things to do nearby and gives great advice and help for getting things set up!
@@1FatBeet thank you for your help. I will be going as a companion for my daughter so I was concerned about what to do while she is in the hospital. Thanks for the tips about grocery store and restaurants near by. You have been most helpful. I hope you are doing great with your journey. Blessings.
So your mom couldn't visit u at all while u were in the hospital?
No, due to COVID they are trying to be as safe as possible. Last I heard, they are waiting for the Mexican government to make any announcements/decisions on loosening these restrictions. The wifi at the hospital was great and I kept connected with my mom via video and messenger apps while she stayed at the hotel nearby.
Why did you get a bypass instead of the sleeve?
Good question! I plan to do a video on that in the future, but in a nutshell...
* The research suggests that those with higher BMI have more success with bypass. I had a BMI of 64.4!
* Bypass is better if there are comorbidities - though I have not been diagnosed with any (thankfully), I have a family history of high blood pressure, diabetes, and GERD. I chose bypass to help me keep those risk factors at bay.
* I didn't want them taking away part of my stomach. I know it sounds silly but I didn't like the idea of part of my organ being removed entirely.
* Gastric bypass has been done for a LONG time and there is a lot of research out there about this surgery. I felt more comfortable with what they consider the "gold standard" of weight loss surgeries rather than the sleeve that has been done for less time.
I also would like to add to this that both options are completely valid and have helped so many people! I just found the bypass to fit me and my life better personally.
Just curious, you were talking about the medication for pain management. Is that included in your package price or was it an additional charge? I'm hoping to know what to expect. THANKS!
I was given a box of sublingual Ketorolac on discharge, but I also bought a couple of extra boxes at the pharmacy before leaving Mexico, and that extra stuff at the pharmacy was an extra cost. In total I think I purchased about $130 of extra stuff at the pharmacy but I really ended up not using very much of it at all.
So your mom couldn't visit u at all while u were in the hospital?
During COVID, the hospital is being extra careful and not allowing visitors. She didn't get to visit me, but I talked with her and video chatted with her many times while I was there, and then she was at the hotel waiting for me when I was released.