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Post by sheldon on Mar 18, 2011 16:27:52 GMT -5
Hi guys,
I wanted to start this thread for those planning to see Dr. Casavantes in Tijuana.
Could those of you who saw Dr. Casavantes recommend which airport in California you flew into? How did you travel to see Dr. Casavantes in Tijuana. Which hotels would you recommend, both in Tijuana and in California? How safe is it in Tijuana, Mexico and around Dr. Casavantes' clinic?
Feel free to expand your thoughts in this thread, it would really help the rest of the members out.
Thank you.
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Post by gsxr7501941 on Mar 19, 2011 18:24:57 GMT -5
I flew into San Diego and they had a driver from a shuttle service meet me at the airport and they drove me to the clinic. They then dropped me off arthe hotel. I went back to San Diego to stay. Both dr c and the nurse wade live in San Diego. I'd much rather be on the american side. Plus it's just much easier for me.
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Post by bigbizo8 on Mar 19, 2011 22:30:33 GMT -5
I also flew to San Diego I stayed at Days inn and seaworld/airport cheap hote but very very clean, I had the shuttle pick me up and drop me off, I wouldn't stay in Tijuana, that place is a shit-hole
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Post by sheldon on Mar 20, 2011 12:26:03 GMT -5
Thanks gsxr, bigbiz, EP for providing information about lodging and transportation to Dr. C's office. This is what makes this board great, you have guys like gsxr, bigbiz, EP helping out members out, now only with this, but with your surgical experience as well. Big cheers to you three!!
For the other members who went to Dr. C's office please feel free to add your recommendations as well.
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Post by bigbizo8 on Mar 20, 2011 15:04:39 GMT -5
No prob Sheldon I am not familiar with Tijuana that's why I called ur a shit-hole but E.P said he stayed in the Marriot so he would know better then me about it sense he lived in Cali! The Hotel I stayed at was awesome cheap and close to everything! This time I'm going down in the morning and flying back that night
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Post by stalemango on Mar 20, 2011 15:15:11 GMT -5
This time I'm going down in the morning and flying back that night This procedure doesn't sound invasive, but still be mindful of blood clots since you'll be doing a bit of flying. Good luck and congratulations. |
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Post by bigbizo8 on Mar 20, 2011 20:16:18 GMT -5
Stalemango u think sense my flight is like 4 1/2 hours that's a long time to be sitting
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Post by Skeptical One on Mar 20, 2011 20:34:24 GMT -5
You can help minimize the risk for blood clots by getting up maybe once every hour to walk to the rest room stretch a little and walk back to your seat, just avoid being idle too long.
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Post by bigbizo8 on Mar 21, 2011 1:25:59 GMT -5
Thanks S.O I will keep that in mind
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Post by sheldon on Mar 21, 2011 13:58:43 GMT -5
Do you need a passport to travel to Tijuana?
Most of you guys took a taxi to Dr. C's office. Was it a problem to find a tax after your appointment to drive you back to your hotel in San Diego?
I am not trying to get nosy, but approximately how was cab fare from the Days Inn to Dr. C's office and how much from Dr. C's office back to the hotel?
Thanks.
Great results there, EP!
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Post by Skeptical One on Mar 21, 2011 14:20:22 GMT -5
@e.P. How long did it take for the bruising to subside? sheldonMy understanding is that Dr. C's office offers shuttle service, $50 to the clinic, $50 back to your hotel. Not sure what it would cost if you got an independent taxi service. You do need a passport to return into the U.S. |
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Post by sheldon on Mar 21, 2011 14:23:47 GMT -5
sheldonMy understanding is that Dr. C's office offers shuttle service, $50 to the clinic, $50 back to your hotel. Not sure what it would cost if you got an independent taxi service. You do need a passport to return into the U.S.[/quote] Thanks for pointing that out. It's not that expensive since it is from the hotel to the clinic and then back again. The biggest advantage is safety. Appreciate everyone's input into this thread! 
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Post by new1inch on Mar 22, 2011 7:46:58 GMT -5
i wouldsay tha gsxr or big boz way is the way to go... it seems the most safe, and you guys say you need a passport correct? how long after application do you recieve it? i never been out of america so i never had a need for one.
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Post by bigbizo8 on Mar 22, 2011 10:11:21 GMT -5
New1inch it takes about 4-6weeks to get your passport back unless u put a rush on it
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Post by bigbizo8 on Mar 23, 2011 13:55:47 GMT -5
E.P I felt really really uncomfortable in TJ I wanted to get my ass back over that boarder ASAP
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