"Dr Alvarez, Dr. Rosales, and Dr. Garza along with their entire staff were wonderful!!! I had done my homework and knew exactly what to expect - and my sister had surgery from Dr. Alvarez four years ago with great results too. My first contact was with Susan George via the email and she was very helpful. I filled out a health questionnaire and was approved for surgery. All my questions were answered within a day - usually within a few hours. I couldn't believe how quick and helpful Susan was. She emailed me lots of reading material and the liquid diet I needed to follow for two weeks prior to surgery. Their package deal includes one night in Eagle Pass, two nights in the hospital, and one night in San Antonio. (They will also pick you up in SA if you fly in.) My husband and I were picked up at the hotel at 7 am, and driven across the border to meet with Dr. A. After going over my medical records and getting a picture taken, I was taken to the hospital (next door) for blood work and a chest xray. After passing all those tests, it was off to surgery. I woke up several hours later feeling fine. I was drowsy but was surprised at how well I felt. I had a little soreness in one incision but that was about it. The next morning I had to start walking up and down the hall to get everything moving again and was checked by all three doctors twice a day! The next morning we were taken back across the border in their van and my journey has begun!!! The staff in Piedras Negras were so helpful and accommodating. They helped my husband find places to eat and offered several times to go places with him. They had someone on duty at all times that spoke English so I never had to worry that I would not be understood. The hospital is clean and was not very busy while I was there. I understand it is a private hospital. It was nice but not overly modern compared to hospitals in my area of Texas. I left the hospital with a clear understanding of the process for my stomach to heal (one week of clear liquids, two weeks of cloudy and one week of soft foods). Dr. Alvarez has contacted me via email with reminders of the stages each time one changed. I have done great since getting home. I just need to remember to eat slowly and take small bites. When I forget, I have discomfort - but clearly know why! I couldn't be more happy with my experience with Dr. Alvarez and his team. I have recommended him to at least four people who are seriously considering weight loss surgery. I know when you hear I went to "Mexico" for surgery - you have questions. Well I saved four thousand dollars and had great care! Check them out. "
