Weight Loss Surgery with Dr Kuri in Mexico
In addition to Lap-Band Surgery, Dr. Kuri also performs Gastric Sleeve Surgery, Lap-Band Revision Surgery, and the Gastric Balloon procedure. Please click the thumbnails below to find out more information about each procedure.
Why an FDA Approved Lap Band is Important?
Dr Kuri performs ALL surgeries with the FDA Approved Allergan Lap-Band®Surgeons in Mexico often use bands that are NOT FDA Approved and do not tell their patients. This is how they are able to advertise Lap-Band Surgery for so much less then their competitors. This may be a huge a problem for patients who live in the US and Canada and need to have their bands adjusted. While there is nothing wrong with those other bands, getting the necessary fills/adjustments will most likely not be possible in the US or Canada. Generally speaking, US and Canadian doctors will not provide services to patients that do not have a FDA approved Lap Band. This will require those patients to return to Mexico for adjustment at an additional cost to the patient. Beware that some surgeons in Mexico are not using FDA approved bands and/or using FDA bands that are expired. Due to these factors other surgeons are able to offer the surgery at a much lower price. Always inquire as to which band will be used, if it is FDA approved, and finally make sure your band is not expired. Each band has its own unique serial number. You may lookup your band on the Allergan website to ensure it is certified. What you need to know about the different types of Adjustable Gastric BandsDid you know that there are 9 adjustable gastric bands manufactured throughout the world? The important thing to know is that only two of them are FDA approved for use in the US and Canada. They are the Allergan Lap-Band and the Realize Band. Perhaps you have heard that Dr. Kuri does not use the “Newest” Allergan Lap-BandThere is a very good reason for that. The Allergan AP Lap-Band was released to coincide with the introduction of the Realize band system. The AP band as well as the Realize band take much larger fill volumes (the amount of fluid needed to adjust the band). Over time as was predicted, these larger fill volumes have made both band systems more difficult to adjust resulting in slower weight loss for the patient. Many surgeons are now rethinking the use of these newer bands because of this. Dr. Kuri prefers the ease of adjusting patients who have the earlier model of Allergan Lap-Band. This model is still in production and offered throughout the world today. It has a longer patient use record than any other competing adjustable gastric band system. It is the band that Dr. Kuri and many other surgeons throughout the world prefer to use and will continue to use. |
Why Choose Lap-Band® Surgery?The Lap BandAdjustable Gastric Banding System is a simple yet advanced gastric banding system that helps you gradually lose and control your weight with long term success. * Results may vary. The LAP-BAND is simply placed around the stomach to restrict food intake and provide an early sensation of fullness after eating a meal. Imagine Not Feeling Hungry All Day Long!The Lap BandAdjustable Gastric Banding System is a simple yet advanced gastric banding system that helps you gradually lose and control your weight with long term success. * Results may vary. The LAP-BAND is simply placed around the stomach to restrict food intake and provide an early sensation of fullness after eating a meal. The Lapband is a Safe, Reversible, and Effective Alternative to the Gastric Bypass procedure.One of the unique qualities of the LAPBAND is that it can be adjusted or removed. Unlike the traditional Gastric Bypass procedure where your stomach is cut, stapled, and the intestine rerouted, the LAPBAND is secured by simple and minimal stitching. If removed, the stomach typically returns to its original state/function. Also, the risk of having post-surgery nutritional deficiencies associated with the Gastric Bypass procedure is much less. Gastric banding surgery is a minimally invasive, adjustable and reversible weight loss solution. The adjustable gastric band is the top weight loss surgical procedure used by surgeons to treat severe obesity. * Results may vary.
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Why you should choose Dr Kuri as your Lap-Band® Surgeon?Since the introduction of the Lap-Band system, Dr. Pedro Kuri has performed more Lap-Band Surgeries than any other surgeon in the world. There are medical groups that have collectively performed more procedures than Dr. Kuri. However, no single surgeon has performed more Lap-Band Surgeries to date.The Experience and Record of Dr. Pedro Kuri
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Why have Lap-Band® Surgery in Mexico?Safe, Affordable, and Professional Lap-Band Surgery with Dr. Kuri & Hospital Del Prado in Tijuana, MexicoState of the Art Medical Facility
Travelling Is EasyWe have traveling for surgery down to a science. No matter what route you choose, we provide cross-border transportation to make the process as safe and simple as possible. We recommend a two night stay at the Palacio Azteca Hotel. If you choose to stay in a hotel, we provide transportation to and from the hotel and hospital as well. Bottom line is: you are cared for from the moment you arrive. Availability of the Surgeon and StaffOne of the things Dr. Kuri’s patients appreciate most is the availability of he and his staff. Our office is open Monday through Saturday 8:30am – 8:00pm. During off hours, our phone rings directly to Dr. Kuri. Patients are frequently shocked when they get their surgeon in the middle of the night. You can’t get that sort of attention in the States! Support – At Home and AbroadDr. Kuri has nearly 5,500 patients that are available to each other for support. We have an online support group called the Kuri Patient Board, in addition to a Patient Educator, team of Patient Facilitators, and other support staff. AftercareFill Providers: We have an extensive list of fill providers in various US cities and Canadian provinces. Included is information on how to contact the provider, how much the fill appointments cost (they vary), and any other additional information available. Many patients choose to sometimes use a local provider, but to check in with Dr. Kuri now and again for a fill and check up. Dr. Kuri’s fills are FREE FOR LIFE. He loves seeing his patients post surgery! Learn More…If you would like to take the next step and learn more about Lap-Band Surgery with Dr Kuri, please click the button below. You will be entered into our email system which will provide you with further details. There is not purchase necessary and you may unsubscribe from our system at any time.
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Disclaimer
Dr Kuri & Associates provides no guarantees of weight loss results. Individual results vary depending on each patients personal medical history, and willingness to adhere to a new weight loss lifestyle. Weight loss surgery involves a lifetime commitment to significant lifestyle changes, and is not suited for everyone.
All surgical procedures carry inherent risks. Serious complications may occur in any surgery, including up to and including death. Examples of serious or life-threatening complications, which may require prolonged and/or unexpected hospitalization and/or reoperation, include but are not limited to, one or more of the following: injury to tissues/organs, bleeding, infection and internal scarring that can cause long-lasting dysfunction/pain. Risks of surgery also include the potential for equipment failure and/or human error.