"I like so many otheres on this blog have had issues with my weight since I was a child. I have researched for a long time to find a solution that was right for me. When I found Dr. Alvarez and his sight I was so intriqued by all of his experience. No matter where else I researched I was always drawn back to Dr. Alvarez.
Sooo.... With all of this being said, I was probably the biggest pain in the butt for Susan (Dr. Alvarez's scheduler), as I had so many questions and reservations just because of the media and what you here. Susan was very patient and answered all of my quesions in a timely manner. All of her support made my decision easier, as I was very cautious and did not make a quick decision. When I finally made up my mind I gave Susan a couple of dates that would work for me and she was able to get me in on those times. All went very smoothly with scheduling.
I flew from South Dakota to San Antonio, Texas where I spent the first night in a very nice hotel that Dr Alvarez uses close to the airport. Rosie, Dr. Alvarez's driver picked us up the next morning. Rosie is such a wonderful person who answers all of your questions as she was driving us to Eagle Pass. She will put all of your fears at ease and is such a caring person. Again we spent the night in a hotel in Eagle Pass and Rosie came the next morning at 7am to pick up myself and 2 other patients and our families to take us over the boarder to Mexico. All of my family and friends had reservations about me going to Mexico, but it is very simple and you will have nothing to worry about if you choose Dr. Alverez. Going over the boarder is very easy and you will have nothing to fear. You are delivered directly to the hospital where you are met by the Doctors and Jessica who is Dr. Alvarezs liaison between the patients and the the other staff at the Hospital. The hospital is very clean and the staff is all very caring with nice accomidations for you and your family.
Now on to Dr. Alvarez. I would highly, highly recommend Dr. A. and his team. When I arrived at his office he takes each patient one by one into his office to answer any and all questions you or your family member may have before sugery. He speaks english as well as I do and is so open and caring about you as a person. He and his partner have great bedide manners and are very caring and come to see you at least 6 times a day while you are in their care. That is something you will never see in the USA. Dr. Alvarez has always been a phone call away even after I came home. I have e-mailed him a few times and he answers very quickly and is always concerned with your progress. I am thankful for the new lease on life that he has given me even if I am early out from my surgery. 3/3/12. Dr. Alvarez did a wonderful job and did his part now it is my turn to do my part.
If I had to do it agian I would definitely choose Dr. Alvarez and his team. :)
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