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Jade Estes -
a year ago
Hello, I starting this journey over a year ago, I visited Dr. Gaxiola’s office with my friend for her post op, had a consultation for 360 tummy tuck BBL and arms and because I was so impressed with the doctor and eye to detail I put $500 deposit for surgery on April 7, 2020, because of COVID I didn’t go. And I never rescheduled. But didn’t pursue any money back because I knew who I wanted to do my surgery and I knew it would be awhile before I could do so. Adriana, and her staff were very nice, patient, and worked with me. In August 2020, I decided to touch basis with Adriana (because I speak no Spanish) and talk about rescheduling my surgery. It was now scheduled for December 26th, I was soooo excited finally to be getting my surgery. I told my friends and family, the only thing keeping me from Mexico is if I get COVID, well that’s what happened, I simply called the office, spoke to Adriana and rescheduled for January 29th. The office staff was wonderful, I’m glad there is English speaking staff. Not one time did I feel, disrespected, ignored, and since I wanted the surgery still with Dr. Gaxiola I never had issues with money. I was patient til I could do it safely. I might of gotten lucky with my reschedule date to be so close to my cancellation, maybe someone else cancelled, but even if I had to wait longer I would have. The $500 is to hold the date. If you don’t come or cancel you lose the $500 because he could have made money that day you didn’t come, or have someone else in that time slot. I understand this because I’m self employed and if someone doesn’t show up you lose money even if you do call ahead in a way your still losing out because your other appointments you’ve booked are farther out. Any way you look at it the surgeon losing money if you cancel and I would never expect my $500 back if I cancelled. Right now currently I am recovering and so far happy with my results and I can’t wait for the full recovery! Hospital staff, surgeon, eEVERYONE that I came into contact with was attentive, courteous and friendly! Dr. Gaxiola wanted me to stay an extra night because he did finish up with me late the night before and my blood pressure was a little low. That extra night I was not charged for under my circumstances, another plus.I recommend Dr. Gaxiola!