I had my VSG with Dr V in 11/19/10 and it was by far one of the best decisions I have ever made. Dr V was there to answer all of my questions and to guide me through the entire surgical experience. Sheri, patient coordinator, was always there and on top of things and she made sure that my every need was met. Eric, our drivr, was always attentive and VERY patient and I thank him for that. My surgery was done in Cancun at Gallenia Hospital and it was quite a pleasant hospital experience. I liked the fact that when I hit the call bell someone actually was there within a minute and there was no voice over a loudspeaker asking me what I needed. The nurses were wonderful and everyone really works alongside the docs as a team. I would say that Dr V surgical competnece was excellent. His bedside manner was wonderful though I must admit he is a little shy at first. Overall, I had a wonderful experience with Dr V and would highly recommend him to anyone considering WLS.

I have spoken to Dr. V on the phone. He was very patient and listened to my questions. He answered every question very thoroughly, and said he would be glad to pray with me before the surgery. He put me at ease and I look forward to meeting him face to face.

But in Cancun, not Tijuana.

I was impressed with Dr. V from the start. He is very caring and made me feel like I was in great hands. He appeared to be a very humble man. His staff is excellent! From the other surgeons to the nurse, they were all super! Dr. V. has very good bedside manner and his surgical competence and experience rate a 10. I would have liked more precise info to bring home, more clear written instructions but I plan to follow up with a surgeon and a support group in my area. I do have the option of contacting the facilitator through email but I still would have liked a better structured aftercare program. Overall I am glad that I trusted Dr. V to perform my surgery in Cancun, Mexico.

1st impression was great, Dr V was well spoken, very nice. My impression only got better. The staff was very helpful.

I had a wonderful experience with Dr.V and his group. Dr. Ponce de Leon also but I don't know how to add him as a surgeon as well. They all came to see me daily and make sure everything was going well. I came 3000 miles and never regret a moment. Very impressed with the staff at the Clinic and INT. I hope the clinic can move closer to INT someday. That would be the only thing that I would suggest. Caring, clean and there in an instant when you need them. I was impressed for sure. Lana's recovery house was the best thing for me too. Just like being at home with family. I loved the whole experience.

Hi everyone,rn I Had VSG on March 17,09 by Dr. Verboonen in Tijuana.rn I first met Dr. Verboonen at the ObesityGoodBye Center where I had all the pre op testing done. He reassured me with his kindly and caring personality. He is empathetic to the bariatric pt as he himself was once one. He is a very knowledgeable doctor with a great bedside manner.rn His staff seemed to genuinely like him which, as a RN myself, I know speaks volumes.rnHis staff both at the ObesityGoodBye center and the INT hospital were very professional and caring. They actually ran to answer the call bells, wow! rn Both facilities were spotless and there was always someone cleaning. All staff were very nice. I only had one nurse who could not speak English but Dr. Verboonen had given me a list of medical translations which helped. However there was always someone available who spoke English. Dr. Verboonen and the other docs spoke excellent English.rn I stayed with Lana Humphries who is a prior bariatric pt. from Louisiana. She liked Tijuana so much she moved there and now she has opened her home to pts of Dr. Verboonen's. Her home, so comfortable and beautiful, is located in a gated community. She provides all the transportation fr. airport to clinic, etc. She will even take you sightseeing. Her very down to earth, friendly and caring personality automatically puts you at ease.rn The after care has been terrific, I email any questions and get a response within a few hours. I have had no complications even considering the humongous hernia they found and repaired.rn The whole experience was more than what I ever could have hoped. My only regret was that I didn't stay longer to do more sightseeing, take advantage of the spa next door or some plastic surgery. rn This was the best thing I have done in my life, I don't know what I was waiting for.rnSincerely,rnDarlene rn