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    Gastric Sleeve Member kadiev's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Dr. Mario Almanza
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    Default Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    I'm looking to find people going to TJ for surgery on 6/18. I will be traveling alone and I'm a little nervous about it.

    Thanks,
    Kadie



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Tamera2's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Tamera Anderson
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    01/24/2017
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    Dr Mario Almanza
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    Hi Kadie, congratulations on making this life changing experience. When I had my surgery there were 2 women traveling alone and everything turned out good for them and will turn out good for you. It’s very normal to be nervous especially because your having surgery in a foreign country. Your going to be in excellent hands. You will be spending time with others in your group and ultimately won’t be alone. Hang in there. Dr A and us team were outstanding. Best decision I ever made. Down 150lbs and living the life I spent years dreaming about. I’m doing things I never thought possible. If I can anwser any questions please let me know. Wish you all the best and enjoy the ride. 8B104289-7756-4803-A37C-A91F494FF26E.jpeg568B486D-85CC-47FD-A37D-58CC501021F8.jpegDEC28285-A51C-49BE-A9EB-58E294286859.jpeg
    Highest weight- 288 / Wt at Surgery 268
    1 month 236 -29lbs 2 month 214 -22lbs 3 month 206 -08lbs 4 month 196 -10lbs 5 month 185 -11lbs 6 month 178 -7lbs 7 month 172 -6lbs 9mos -12lbs 156 13mos later wt.144lbs, Wt.138 -150lbs in 15mos

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Tamera2's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Tamera Anderson
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    01/24/2017
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    Dr Mario Almanza
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    Highest weight- 288 / Wt at Surgery 268
    1 month 236 -29lbs 2 month 214 -22lbs 3 month 206 -08lbs 4 month 196 -10lbs 5 month 185 -11lbs 6 month 178 -7lbs 7 month 172 -6lbs 9mos -12lbs 156 13mos later wt.144lbs, Wt.138 -150lbs in 15mos

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Christie13's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    There is always someone from the US down there having surgery it seems. I am sure you will meet some fun people.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Gynnalyn's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
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    Gynnalyn
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    I arrive on the 19th for surgery on the 20th!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member kadiev's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    06/18/2018
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    Dr. Mario Almanza
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    I'm at the airport now. I'm so scared. I've never been this nervous before a surgery.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member simplyseahorse's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    You’re going to be done before you know it. Some people really enjoy the hotel where you spend time post op. Will be saying a prayer for you!


    I am a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist but I have never practiced in the areas of bariatrics or weight loss. I am happy to offer ideas or tips, but please follow your own Nutritionist's advice - she is the expert in the area.

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Stacey03's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Dr Phil lockie
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    Quote Originally Posted by Tamera2 View Post

    Hope all went well ladies... let us know :-)
    And Tamera!!!! You look a million dollars!!!!!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member kadiev's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    06/18/2018
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    Dr. Mario Almanza
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    I'm 3 days post op. Go home tomorrow. Still taking any pain meds they'll give me. It's been rough that's for sure.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member simplyseahorse's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    Absolutely take the pain meds! You can’t heal when you’re in pain. I know some people don’t want to take them, and some of them can make you nauseated, but I still have to take mine right now at night to sleep. You will feel better when you get home. At 3 days I was throwing up and still in hospital.


    I am a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist but I have never practiced in the areas of bariatrics or weight loss. I am happy to offer ideas or tips, but please follow your own Nutritionist's advice - she is the expert in the area.

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    Gastric Sleeve Member kadiev's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    06/18/2018
    Surgeon
    Dr. Mario Almanza
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    Apr 2018
    Last Activity
    12-29-2018 10:11 AM
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    I threw up all of day one. It was awful. I'm glad that stopped. Looking forward to getting home but I have a long wait at the airport tomorrow. I'm going to try to fly stand by on something earlier.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member simplyseahorse's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    06/11/2018
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    Dr. Motamarry
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    How are you doing now that you are home???? I hope you are feeling better!!!


    I am a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist but I have never practiced in the areas of bariatrics or weight loss. I am happy to offer ideas or tips, but please follow your own Nutritionist's advice - she is the expert in the area.

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    Gastric Sleeve Member kadiev's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    06/18/2018
    Surgeon
    Dr. Mario Almanza
    Join Date
    Apr 2018
    Last Activity
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    Default Re: Anyone having surgery on the 18th with Dr. Almanza?

    Today is the first day I've had much energy. I could definitely eat something but I am sticking to my diet. Looking forward to Wednesday when I can add protein shakes. I've had really bad reflux so all I can really tolerate is water and a popsicle here and there.

    Thank you for asking!



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