Although I have written a review before I wanted to update now that I am 9 months post op. I am still very happy with my results and am excited about returning for other procedures.
Dr. Quiroz kept in contact with me after my return to Florida and he spoke with my local physician about aftercare and my continued recovery. I sent pictures for several weeks so he could see how my healing was progressing and it is always nice to hear his voice when he calls to check on me.
I had abused my body for many years and damaged my skin tremendously but Dr. Quiroz was very positive that I would have great reslults. He certainly delivered!! I have received compliments beyond my imagination... What a wonderful feeling. Thank you Dr. Quiroz and staff.

I am post op 15 days after having a lower body lift, liposculpture, and fat transfer to the buttocks by Dr. Alejandro Quiroz. I am thoroughly satisfied with my entire experience from beginning to end, and I recommend Dr. Quiroz without reservation to anyone seeking plastic surgery. I am from New York and work in the medical field for prestigious Columbia University Medical Center. I had gastric bypass surgery January, 2007 and lost 100 lbs but my insurance carrier refused to pay for any surgery based on it not being "medically necessary". I began searching extensively for a plastic surgeon and after seven months of exhaustive research, I decided to go with Dr. Quiroz. My choice was based on several factors which were: surgeon's residency and fellowship training, board certifications, licensure, years of experience, morbidity and mortality rates; facility adherence to standards of safety comparable to the U.S. (e.g., infection control, and quality care) and finally but not the least, my personal safety in Mexico. When I decided to do the gastric bypass surgery, I received tremendous negative feedback from family and friends and canceled it once before I did do it. Had I told anyone I was going to Mexico for plastic surgery, I would still be chained to my desk or kitchen counter. I was going alone, I was fearful, and I was taking a loan from my pension. As my daughter so nicely put it, "If you come back with one kidney and nine toes, you have no one to blame but yourself". I was just as afraid to go into Tijuana as I was to go see a doctor outside of the U.S. where our standards of care are 'superior' to most other countries. After my research and speaking with Dr. Quiroz, his staff, and going over my information over and over and yet over again, the final go ahead came for me when I watched his interview on the Lifetime Network here in NY. The two reporters that interviewed Dr. Quiroz did so with such a vengeance, I loved it. That was the last thing I needed to see to be convinced. I read many reviews on his site but I needed to do more, see more, know more. I began the process and I spoke often with Joyce Palau of his clinic. She was courteous, professional, and helpful in so many ways. Joyce handled every single detail. All of the staff at Cosmed Clinic were friendly, smiling, professional, just amazing people to speak with. Everyone spoke English, and although I am Puerto Rican and speak decent Spanish, I felt much more at ease to know everyone there could relate to me on my terms. I arranged my roundtrip flight from Newark to San Diego and Joyce arranged everything else. I was still afraid to stay in Tijuana, so I decided to stay only five days at the aftercare center Joyce put me in, Casa de Lilas, and stay the other five days in San Diego, where I would be on American soil and feel safe and I'd just figure out how to get back and forth to my follow up appts after surgery. Casa de Lilas was the icing on the cake to my entire experience. I have to mention them. To say that I was treated like royalty, taken care of, fed, and watched over is an understatement. The staff here took exquisite care of me to the point of my changing my hotel accommodations. I remained with Casa de Lilas and Mr. Antonio, Martin, Ana, and Lucia and the others for the entire ten days. I was well fed, cared for, my drainages taken care of, my meds given to me faithfully, bed linens changed, used the internet and made and received phone calls from/to the U.S. and relaxed. Even my laundry was done. Ana even sewed a button on my sweater for me when it popped off. I left Casa de Lilas at 3:30AM with my new friends taking me to the airport in San Diego, carrying my luggage, and exchanging hugs and kisses. I have made new friends in Tijuana with Cosmed Clinic and Casa de Lilas. I was taken to Cosmed for my initial consultation on March 15th, 2011, and met with Dr. Quiroz for the first time and my initial consultation. My surgery was scheduled for the next morning. Dr Quiroz was fresh out of surgery in his scrubs and met me with a fresh smile and proceeded to get down to the details of my surgery and all of my questions. He is extremely patient, did not rush me nor find any question too silly. He was very detailed in his explanations, his bedside manner was superb (I have worked with many physicians in 25 years, their bedside manner can be really cold at times) and he and his staff made me feel very secure and very good about my decision. Once we were done with my entire visit, I was driven to Casa de Lilas by Mr. Antonio, where I was made a wonderful dinner and escorted to my room. I was taken the next morning to surgery. I met my anesthesiologist, a wonderful man that made me comfortable and relaxed. I love that everyone has a great sense of humor. I can't explain how well I was treated, how careful everyone was, the nursing staff, the clerks, everyone was so great. I can say that I went to the O.R. relaxed and at ease and I awoke after surgery in fine spirits and to my surprise, not too much pain. Dr. Quiroz did an amazing job with my surgery. I was post op three days when I went to see him for follow up and I noticed how great I looked, even though I am still swollen and still have sutures, but I looked pretty good! Now, 15 days later, I look amazing. When I returned home five days ago and my daughter saw me, she was sooo happy and said how wonderful I looked. My face was so clear and so aglow (I ate fresh fruit and drank juices every day and did not have any diet soda or junk good as I do back home) and of course, the first thing I did when I got home was take off my pants and shirt and binder and showed my new body to my daughter and friend who picked me up at the airport. They both said I looked amazing and great and that I was not going to know how to act with this new body. I have to smile because I am soooo happy, and they are soooo right!! Thank you Dr. Quiroz, Dios te bendiga.

Transformation, Respect and Gratitude…

My name is Marika; I’m here to share with you the story of my transformation at the hands of Dr. Alejandro Quiroz and his staff at the CosMed Clinic, Tijuana, Mexico.
I chose to have cosmetic surgery to remove excess skin as a result of losing a significant amount of weight. After a thorough amount of research, and careful consideration I selected Dr. Quiroz based on the following criteria, listed in the following order, which were the most important reasons to me.
- As an elective surgery, the procedures were not covered by my medical insurance, and the prices quoted by CosMed were within my reach, with financing options available.
- Dr. Quiroz is not only a plastic surgeon; he also specializes in reconstructive surgery which was not the case with all the surgeons I researched. In my opinion that placed him head and shoulders above his competition.
- He is licensed in both Mexico as well as in California, and he speaks perfect English, which was also not always the case with the other surgeons.
- In addition to the above mentioned items and equally important were the reviews on him and his clinic. While I understand that there are always pros and cons in all reviews it was my belief that I had found the surgeon who best suited my needs.
My surgical date was April 12th, 2010.
I had a lower body lift, as well as an arm lift. Am I pleased with the outcome, you better believe I am!
My experience with CosMed has made me feel like a new woman. The care I received from everyone at the doctor’s office has made realize that I made the right decision. Joyce, who schedules the surgeries and trouble shoots the questions as well as allaying any fears you might have is a caring and dependable person. No mater how busy Joyce is, she does her best to get back to you in a timely fashion. She does not get upset if you call her repeatedly and will devote the time needed to make you feel important. Marta, the nurse who attended me after the surgery was an absolute professional, she was kind and caring during a time when I was in need. ALL of the nurses, and I do mean all of the nurses are wonderful. Under the direct supervision of nurse Perla, who heads an organized, efficient and caring staff you never get the feeling that you are a number, you are always treated as an individual who maters to all of them. As for the after care, the office provided me with three different options, the first was a luxury hotel located close to the office, the others were a choice of two different individuals who would take you in and care for your needs. I chose to stay at the home of Irene Sanchez; the care, the attention to details was overwhelming. Ms. Sanchez attended to all my needs, from changing my bandages, making sure that I took my meds on time, and cooking some of the best food I have ever eaten not to mention getting me to my follow up appointments. Irene is highly efficient woman and kind beyond words. At a time when I was most vulnerable she made me feel comfortable and secure. I strongly recommend her! Believe me, there were a lot of well intentioned friends and family that tried to dissuade me from choosing to leave the country to have this surgery done. I was told that my safety was going to be compromised in Mexico. If you think about it there are many places in the United States that are not safe, Tijuana must be a safe enough environment, look at the amount of revenue Mexico takes in from doing dental work and surgeries on such a steady basis. I understand your concerns, as they were also mine. If reading my words hits a note with any of you please believe my sincerity. I recommend CosMed completely without any reservation.
In conclusion, Dr. Alejandro Quiroz is not only a competent surgeon; he is a wonderful man, one who cares. It shows in all that he does and all that he is. From his attention, to the way he listens and hears what you have to say to his availability in addressing your concerns. He is passionate about what he does, and genuinely loves his “job”. However you have come to be find him understand that you have been blessed. I believe this with all of my heart, so much so I have asked to accompany his office on their next outing which happens to be next weekend, Saturday May 22nd, 2010 in Costa Mesa California. This is sponsored by Obesity Help.com, I will be there giving my full support to CosMed, and Dr. Alejandro Quiroz, a doctor of quality and a man of integrity.
Thank you

Over a period of about a year and a half of dieting and strenuous exercise, I lost about 90 lbs. Afterwards, I was left with extra loose skin and fat deposits that would not go away despite my efforts. I decided after discussions with my husband to have cosmetic surgery to correct these problems. My husband immediately initiated a web search to locate a doctor based on his or her experience, training, and patient reviews. I attended consultations with doctors located in California and Mexico. The doctors in the US seemed as if they knew what they were talking about but they were either cold, too business like or far too expensive. The doctors in Mexico were the same except for Dr. Quiroz. He was what is commonly known as a real person with the knowledge, experience, and training to back it up. Although he was not the least expensive in Mexico, he was my pick. After my first meeting with Dr Quiroz, I scheduled my initial surgery and subsequent surgeries with him via his Patient Coordinator, Joyce. She was very kind, understanding, and helpful. In September 2008, my first surgery consisted of a tummy tuck, full body lift, liposuction, and a fat transfer to my booty. The recovery and healing process was difficult and tedious for about a month. However, the results were awesome. My second surgery was a breast lift, augmentation, arm lift, liposuction, and a second fat transfer to my booty, to fill out this area more appropriately. One again, the results were great. I will be returning to Dr. Quiroz, in November 2009, for my third surgery, which will be an Inner Thigh Lift, liposuction to my midsection and back, and a slight adjustment to one my breast implants, which he is gladly doing at no charge. During the healing process, Dr. Quiroz makes himself available 24 hours a day, directly via phone, and not through a service, to calm my fears and answer my questions. In conclusion, Dr. Quiroz is a caring, sensitive professional whose skills I trust beyond a doubt.

Amazing...no... make that Astonishing results from wonderful Dr. Alejandro Quiroz. He is a gifted and caring surgeon who not only meets but exceeds your expectations. I can't say enough about the friendly and accommodating staff that makes you feel like you are part of a family. My lower body-lift with anchor-cut, breast-lift with augmentation and fat injected into my rear was performed skillfully and I am so happy with the results. I've lost 190 lbs., had reconstruction and my 47 year old body looks like I'm in my late 20s wearing juniors clothing. Would I select Dr. Quiroz to perform my surgeries if I had a do-over? ABSOLUTELY!!!

I had a face lift, lower body lift, liposuction and Brazilian butt lift with Dr. Quiroz. I had my arm lift with Dr. Fuentes, at Dr. Quiroz's office. All procedures were better than expected with no complications. I am 4 & 5 years out from my procedures and they are still holding up. I very highly recommend Dr. Quiroz and Cosmed for all of your plastic surgery needs. I have referred many others and all have been very satisfied. The fees are 1/2 or less what you would pay in the US for quality & skilled surgery. I would not hestitate to have my own family member have surgery at Cosmed.
Cosmed office is beautiful, Joyce is a pleasure to work with and the surgery center is clean, effecient with modern, up to date equipment. I give them an A +

I must admit at firt I was scared having my surgery outside the country. But, honestly there is nothing to worry about!!! I had the best care I could possibly ask for and would not change a thing for the world! The type of care that Dr Quiroz and his Staff provided me was amazing! Many thanks to Dr Quiroz and his Staff

I had a lbl which turned out fantastic, my arms done which look good to, also a breast lift with implants my areolas are not round and look disfigured and stitches working out through the skin after 5 months. Other than the breast problems im having i thought Dr.Q and his staff were wonderful and very caring.

I had a Extended TT w/ Lip and fat grafting to my rear. I am VERY happy with my results. I have had NO complications and very little swelling.

Cosmed went above and beyond helping me and scheduling appointments that worked for me, etc.

Dr Q is an abosolute sweet heart, who has called me at home to check up on me.

I will defineatly refer friends to him and would go back to him in a heart beat!!

I had a LBL in Jan 2009 with thigh lipo, and although the lipo did very little to my appearance the LBL left with me with a flat stomach and a nice butt. I loved Dr. Quiroz and his staff they were very helpful and great to deal with. I am planning to have a breast lift next year and I will definately use Dr. Quiroz again. The office is beautiful and so are the people there. Thanks Dr. Q.