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Community Conversation => Transsexual talk => Male to female transsexual talk (MTF) => Topic started by: Dodie on October 09, 2015, 10:19:28 PM

Title: Date set for SRS
Post by: Dodie on October 09, 2015, 10:19:28 PM
I have my date set for SRS in February 2016 in Bangkok, Thailand.  Bought the plane ticket and so ready for this next step.  Even with my plane ticket I am saving half over the U.S. doctors. 
Drawback is a month in Thailand.... but from the girls I have talked to you do get to have some fun.. and Bangkok is pretty amazing..
I really got worn out trying to get insurance to give me an answer on coverage here in USA.. I also like the procedure they use in Thailand.. especially for my anatomy.. so it worked out for the best.
So I will be cancelling with Bowers..
I think from the time I went on hormones to SRS will be about 24 months... how time flies.. seems it was just yesterday that the dream and journey began.
Everyone asks if I am nervous.. and I am not.. I have not been nervous for any surgery I have been fortunate to have to transition. 
Wishing you all well and a good weekend!
Keri.. AKA Dodie
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Joi on October 09, 2015, 11:08:55 PM
Hi Dodie!

You didn't mention, but I may have missed it.  Have you decided on the surgeon you will be using?
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Jessie Ann on October 09, 2015, 11:50:02 PM
Congrats girl.  Good luck with everything. You've been an inspiration to a lot of us.
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Miss Clara on October 10, 2015, 05:58:34 AM
Good for you, Dodie.  Mine is locked in with Dr. Chettawut for Nov 3rd, less than a month away.  I'm pretty calm about it so far, despite it being serious surgery.  Who are you going to have do yours?
Title: Rhinoplasty and GRS by dr Chettawut
Post by: WomanLikeAStar on October 10, 2015, 06:27:02 AM
Congratulations ! This is a huge milestone !

I am also going to have my SRS done in Thailand in two years . I am going to dr Chettawut . I would like him to do both rhinoplasty and vaginaplasty in one operation .

Thailand is indeed so much cheaper than our westearn world . Dr Chettawut charges 7500$ for SRS and only 1500$ for rhinoplasty .

Dr McGinn for example would already charge 7500$ for breast augmentation alone !

So for 9000$ and stay at the Dusit Princess + plane ticket ( being 4000$ all together ) making 13000$ I will be all set concerning my surgeries . Definitely more than they could here in Europe and I bet in the US too ...

Also the difference in technique ( non - penile vs penile ) is monstruous !
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: warlockmaker on October 10, 2015, 06:33:35 AM
Congratulations.  My GCS (the new name for SRS) will be in January. I know Bangkok and Phuket really well and have a great penthouse in Bangkok. Let me know if you need anything - I should be mobile by then.
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: OCAnne on October 10, 2015, 09:34:26 AM
Hello Dodie, so great to hear you made a choice that helps you move forward with your life goals.
I assume you provided Dr. Bowers with $1,000 deposit for tentative surgery date?  Do you plan on asking for return of the deposit?
I found myself in a similar situation and had a tentative surgery date with Dr. Bowers.  I wonder how many others find themselves having to cancel with her?
Apparently $1,000 goes a long way towards SRS and recovery in Bangkok.

Thank you,
Anne
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: leacobb on October 10, 2015, 10:56:00 AM
Congrats, im so happy for you.. Have fun in thailand.. And i hope all goes well... It is amazing when you get that date... Congrats again xXxX

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Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Devlyn on October 10, 2015, 10:58:24 AM
Congratulations! I'm really happy for you!  :)

Hugs, Devlyn
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: kittenpower on October 10, 2015, 11:39:39 AM
Congratulations and Best wishes! I had some procedures done by Dr. Chettawut a few years ago, and I am pleased with the results. The aftercare I received was second to none, as a nurse (Orange was the nurse who cared for me) visited me each day to care for my incisions, and help me with massages, or anything else I needed.
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Dodie on October 10, 2015, 11:48:31 AM
Quote from: warlockmaker on October 10, 2015, 06:33:35 AM
Congratulations.  My GCS (the new name for SRS) will be in January. I know Bangkok and Phuket really well and have a great penthouse in Bangkok. Let me know if you need anything - I should be mobile by then.

Thanks Warlockmaker..
PM me.. do you have a penthouse you stay in or own..??  Anyway I am so excited cant wait.
Keri
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Dodie on October 10, 2015, 11:50:09 AM
Quote from: OOAnne on October 10, 2015, 09:34:26 AM
Hello Dodie, so great to hear you made a choice that helps you move forward with your life goals.
I assume you provided Dr. Bowers with $1,000 deposit for tentative surgery date?  Do you plan on asking for return of the deposit?
I found myself in a similar situation and had a tentative surgery date with Dr. Bowers.  I wonder how many others find themselves having to cancel with her?
Apparently $1,000 goes a long way towards SRS and recovery in Bangkok.

Thank you,
Anne

Anne, yes I need to cancel with bowers.. I am thinking they keep our 1000 deposit...  Let me know how you are handling that... and thanks for your well wishes
Ugh..
Keri
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Dodie on October 10, 2015, 11:53:12 AM
Hey Girls
Thanks so much for all the well wishes.
I will be using Chettawut. 
Its only 4 months away and I am already working hard to get all my ducks in a row for the trip.
I am a pilot and so excited about getting to fly on the 777 ... I know that seems trivial.. but I love to fly and can't wait for the flight.. of course I am sure after 22 hours I will be ready to get off that plane LOL
Love you
Keri  Aka Dodie
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Mariah on October 10, 2015, 12:15:14 PM
Congrats Dodi. That is wonderful news. I will be just over 2 years HRT when I have SRS too. Hugs
Mariah
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Rachel on October 10, 2015, 12:21:53 PM
Congratulations Keri, that is fantastic news. I am very happy for you. 
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: stephaniec on October 10, 2015, 12:25:23 PM
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Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: Joi on October 10, 2015, 10:16:55 PM
Keri!

Have you decided on which airline you are going to book?

I'll be flying out of Houston and I am leaning heavily toward Korean Air.  Have heard good things about their schedules, comfort level and passenger care!
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: JLT1 on October 10, 2015, 10:30:50 PM
Hey,

Congratulations!!!!

I'm Dec 8 with Dr McGinn!!!!!  I am envious that you are not nervous.  I sure am......

Hugs

Jen
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: RevanDFS on October 11, 2015, 05:56:43 AM
Congrats. And the best of luck. Don't forget to have fun!!
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: iKate on October 11, 2015, 06:06:11 AM

Quote from: Joi on October 10, 2015, 10:16:55 PM
Keri!

Have you decided on which airline you are going to book?

I'll be flying out of Houston and I am leaning heavily toward Korean Air.  Have heard good things about their schedules, comfort level and passenger care!

I flew the A380 from JFK to Seoul in Prestige class and it is excellent. They have a bar upstairs and the bibimbap is nice!
Title: Re: Date set for SRS
Post by: katrinaw on October 11, 2015, 07:14:39 AM
Hey congrats Keri, so happy for you...

Best wishes to you  :-* :-*

Katy