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Since I've talked to so many US and overseas doctor's, I thought it would be good to share the experience as to what you get for your "consultation".
You can't just say well, this guy is free or this guy is $350 etc.
You can do that, I did.
I got an opinion from all the "free" ones.
I figured it couldn't hurt to compare the responses to my situation.

I can honestly say that, in this case, you get what you pay for.

Even if you don't use Zeeger's, the education he gives you is worth it.
Each case is unique and this is why he looks at all of your history.
Zeeger's truly puts a lot of time into trying to share his knowledge.

Believe me, I'm like the three year old who is always asking "why"?
I've asked Zeeger's so many questions, it's ridiculous how many hours he has spent with me and he still talks to me. At this point, he'd probably like to say "this girl's a quack". Instead, he says that he knows I am scared and tells me to ask anything I'd like. I think that's really sweet.

I sent a question into Regan's office because I had thought of one question I forgot to ask him. His office manager said that if I'd like to pay $350, she could have him call me. That $$$ turns me right off.
I'm not sure if Regan is aware that his staff treats people this way, but it makes me feel like "how's he going to be after surgery and I need to speak with him"?

One thing you must realize, NO US doctor is going to give you the time that the overseas doctor will.
Back when I was deciding what to do in 2011, I could email Boeree and Clavel a zillion times and they never minded. Always got an answer back in a day or two. I'm not a Clavel fan but will give him credit for taking time to answer all questions and he never charged me anything.

I hope all of my experiences help some new person who may be just starting their back journey research.