"I had my surgery on August 15, 2009. After being turned down by my insurance, I started my own research, which included Mexico. After months of research, I decided on Dr Alvarez because:rnrn1.Dr Alvarez states on his website that he specializes in only 2 procedures, vertical sleeves and lap-bands. I had the vertical sleeve!rnrn2.From his website, I saw his wealth of experience as a surgeon and his patients powerful testimonies coupled with many before and after pictures.rn rn3. Susan, his patient coordinator and former patient was so efficient in answering all questions in a timely, professional fashion. What was so great, everything she communicated with me was what I experienced and was 100% CORRECT!rnrn4. When I was picked up from my hotel, the professionalism that Rosy shared among the other patient, myself, and my family members was phenominal.rnrnMy first impression of Dr. Alvarez and his staff was positive. When I first met Dr Alvarez's and Dr. Rosales I was impressed because they were so down to earth. Their bedside manner was also commendable. My impression of them did not change. it remains the same. Please note, Dr. Alvarez's father is also a surgeon, therefore I knew he had the mindset, the support, the educational guidance in order to have the wealth of experience and successful practice. He is only 33! As a professional, he's skilled, he's smart, he's talented, he's speaks fluent English, without an accent, and he's also extremely handsome!! REMEMBER, A SURGEON SHOULD BE YOUNG, AND A PHYSICIAN OLDER. (smile)rnThe care in the hospital was excellent, and there after care was explained and taught throughly. I was taught and told how and what to take on a day by day, weekly basis and even what to do in months to come. I was told what to eat, how to eat, take vitamins, nutritional supplements, even how to order food in the future. I was told what risks and consequences are involved in not following the basic eating rules. Overall, I would rate Dr. ALVAREZ AND HIS STAFF 10 !!!! "
