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  1. #16
    Gastric Sleeve Member DannyDapper's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Danny
    Surgery date
    12/21/2012
    Surgeon
    Dr. Ramos-Kelly
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    I just sent back my medical questionnaire and received an email from Omar saying I was approved for the surgery and the cost would be $6000 becuase of my high BMI, I'm good with that I'm just a bit worried that no further information was sent along with that. I emailed back asking to speak to Dr. Kelly, I wanted to see if the Sleeve or the Bypass would be recommended for me since I am quite a bit bigger than the average person that gets the sleeve. I am 530 as of yesterday so I have quite a way to go. Either way I plan to work my butt off and get as much weight off in the next 3 months or so (the time it will take me to come up with the surgery S)



    Starting Weight 538 lbs
    Day of Surgery Weight 511 lbs

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  3. #17
    Gastric Sleeve Member yankegal's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    08/08/2011
    Surgeon
    Dr Ramos kelly
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    I know that the sleeve is used sometimes as a two part surgery. that is the only way that some ins co will pay for the sleeve. but I would say that you shouldn't have a problem. discuss this with Dr Kelly he is very knowledgeable and won't steer you wrong. I know that when I was there, a yr ago next week there was a man very large that has the sleeve and he did just fine! and he didn't need the gastric. the Gastric is a good surgery for those that are overweight with lots of other comobidities, such as diabetes, and other diseases. but if you have done your research you should be fine. don;t stop researching eather. you have 3 mo before surgery? then still read as much as you can about everything! You have chosen a wonderful dr and Omar is very nice, he use to call me every week to check in on me. for almost 5 mo. If your request that kelly call you he will.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member DannyDapper's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Danny
    Surgery date
    12/21/2012
    Surgeon
    Dr. Ramos-Kelly
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    Jul 2012
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    I indeed got a call from Dr. Kelly and he basically said what you said. The bypass is recommended for people with severe diabetes and other medical conditions but since I'm "healthy" he recommends the sleeve =) I'm very excited about the surgery. Now is diet time!



    Starting Weight 538 lbs
    Day of Surgery Weight 511 lbs

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    Gastric Sleeve Member yankegal's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    08/08/2011
    Surgeon
    Dr Ramos kelly
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    I am real happy for you! he is a fine dr. we spent hours together each night. He is a very personable guy. I invited him to visit me in NC with his family to go gem mining! He doesn't rush you. He will answer all your questions. don't think any are silly eather. I did and he said there is no silly questions. the hospital that you will stay in is very clean, older but very clean, and the people that work there are very nice. upstairs is a cancer treatment center, and they have a beautiful grounds to go out and walk around. the people that you will meet are from all over the country, I met some very nice people from England, Australia, India, and in the states. will someone go with you? keep us posted on your progress! congrats to you, Your a handsome guy with a very nice smile. and I know you will look even more amazing later on!!! take it one day at a time, if you fall off the wagon a bit, (we all do) just get back on the next day, don't beat yourself up. just take it one day at a time. )



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Selah117's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    11/22/2012
    Surgeon
    Dr. Kelly
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    How does Dr. Kelly's office arrange travel procedure for surgery? I mean, you fly there and do they pick you up from the airport and take you through customs to the hospital or how does that work?


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    Gastric Sleeve Member yankegal's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    08/08/2011
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    Dr Ramos kelly
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    Yes someone picks you up at the airport doors, then they drive with you through the border. then after surgery you stay 2 days in hospital then they bring you to the hotel, lucerna (5 star) 1 block from the state of the art new hospital where they do the swollow test. they bring you to the hospital wait with you and bring you back to hotel. then after Dr releases you from is care someone arrainges your transportation back through customs they take you to the door, you walk through then they pick you back up on the other side, (there van has to be searched), then they take you to the airport. as far as your air, you arrainge when you would like surgery, then you or the coordinator ccan arainge air, I did my own. then you call with the info to Omar and he makes the arraingments to pic, you up. its very smooth transaction



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Selah117's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    11/22/2012
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    Dr. Kelly
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    Thank you yankegal! That was very helpful! And so was this entire thread!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member yankegal's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    08/08/2011
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    Dr Ramos kelly
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    Hey Danny, wanted to ask did you have your surgery and how are you doing?



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    Gastric Sleeve Member RussianBlue_x2's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Laura
    Surgery date
    10/31/2011
    Surgeon
    Dr. Ramos Kelly
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    Aug 2011
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    Quote Originally Posted by ramoskelly View Post
    Hi Dr. Kelly! You need a picture on your profile.
    Highest weight = 250, March 2011
    Surgery weight = 223, Oct 31, 2011
    1st goal weight (148) reached July 24, 2012
    2nd goal weight (140) reached Oct 27, 2012... 1 year post-op



    Before & After Picture (at 11 Months Post-Op, 80 lbs gone!)





  14. #26
    Gastric Sleeve Member Sue Kay Jones's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Sue
    Surgery date
    03/08/2012
    Surgeon
    Dr. Ramos Kelly
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    Oct 2011
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    From TX but living in Oklahoma this year.
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    Hey Dr. Kelly,

    I have recommended you to many people since Mine and Mitch's surgery. One of our family members is going to be calling you to request surgery. I have been meaning to call you about a call she got from a Patient Coordiantor. Very disturbing. Hope all is going well with you and your family. Mitch and I are so very happy with our weight loss journey. He has lost 85 lbs. and I have lost 65 lbs. I am a little behind because I had another surgery 2 weeks after my WLS, and I wasn't eating much or able to walk for almost 2 months and it affected my weight loss. But as soon as I was able to walk again and started eating more, the weight started melting off. We are both only 15 lbs from our goal and we are almost 7 months post op. Thanks again for saving our lives and helping us to be happy and healthy again.

    Sue and Mitch Jones


  15. #27
    Gastric Sleeve Member yankegal's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    08/08/2011
    Surgeon
    Dr Ramos kelly
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    Last Activity
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    I had my surgery a yr ago Aug. I have had great success, and am below my weight goal, but want to loose about 6 more lbs. almost all my health issues are gone. My kidney disease has improved so much kidneys are working at 80 percent. diabetes, GONE, high blood pressure under control and doing wonderful. off most pills. I feel great, and look much better. I can walk, run, jog, and keep up with the rest! The best part is that my dr who gave me about 2 yrs told me that I have a new lease on my life. So I want to thank Dr Kelly for his wonderful care while in Mexico. if not for him and his long talk the night before surgery I might not have gone through with it. But he was by my side and he really cares about what he does. What a wonderful experience with my dr, surgery and the trip to and from Mx. Had to post this so others know about my experience.



  16. #28
    Gastric Sleeve Member DannyDapper's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Danny
    Surgery date
    12/21/2012
    Surgeon
    Dr. Ramos-Kelly
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    Hi guys! I have not had my surgery done simply because I have no time off from school and really can't screw up this semester. I was thinking of having the surgery during the week off for thanksgiving but figure that would be a bit of a gamble if there was complications and I would not be able to complete my finals. Today I contacted Omar and will be making my arrangements for mid December! So excited! my diet is non existent yet I've been eating like crazy like always but now that I see an end date goal I will work my butt off to loose as much weight as possible during my pre-op diet =), I'll keep you guys updated!



    Starting Weight 538 lbs
    Day of Surgery Weight 511 lbs

  17. #29
    Gastric Sleeve Member yankegal's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    08/08/2011
    Surgeon
    Dr Ramos kelly
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    Last Activity
    11-06-2013 01:02 PM
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    North Carolina
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    Hey Danny!! glad to hear back, was wondering if you had surgery. glad that you scheduled it and soon you will be on the loosers bench with the rest of us!!! can't wait to hear how you do!



  18. #30
    Gastric Sleeve Member DannyDapper's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Danny
    Surgery date
    12/21/2012
    Surgeon
    Dr. Ramos-Kelly
    Join Date
    Jul 2012
    Last Activity
    08-18-2014 02:39 PM
    Location
    Azusa, CA
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    82
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    Default Re: Hi there New Member with some questions about Dr. Ramos Kelly

    Thank you yankegal! It's been struggle to save up the money specially since I'm a fulltime student paying for my own education with no financial aid. Took me two jobs but it will be well worth it! I'm very excited!



    Starting Weight 538 lbs
    Day of Surgery Weight 511 lbs

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