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    The Experience & Record of Dr. Pedro Kuri

    When considering any surgery, the education and experience of the surgeon should be at the top of your list.  Dr. Kuri has been performing surgery for more than 30 years. Early on he saw the potential of the Lap-Band for …

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    Worried about traveling to Mexico for Lap-Band Surgery? Don’t.

    In this article, we would like to address some of the current issues the country is confronting while at the same time dispel some of the myths the media often exaggerates beyond the true reality of the situation in Mexico.

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    Why are there so many differences in price charged by surgeons for Lap Band Surgery in Mexico?

    We go over why there are several differences in the prices of Lap-Band surgery. Price can be a deciding factor for many, but it’s important to remember that safety and health should be at the top of your list.

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    Dr. Kuri has Gone Social!

    One of the many benefits of having Dr. Kuri as your surgeon is being part of his online community. Dr. Kuri’s online community is an invaluable resource to gain support, references, and insight from Dr. Kuri himself, team members, and other Kuri patients about their own true life experiences with the Lap- Band. Now, we are excited to announce that Dr. Kuri is expanding his support and online community by going social with Facebook and Twitter!

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    The Kuri Bandster Bash is a Blast

    For the past 11 years, Dr. Kuri has hosted the most extravagant party for Lap-Band patients anywhere. This annual event, fondly known as The Kuri Bandster Bash, occurs every August and has become a favorite festivity among the Bandster community. Most who attend begin the countdown for the next year’s Bash the day after they leave! Each Bash is held in one of the finer hotels in the Tijuana area, and over the years has grown and transformed from a small celebration among banded patients to a themed party weekend with an emphasis on education and exercise to help inspire and motivate all.

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