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Changed To Vsg (From Lap-Band) 45 Min. Before Surgery!

By slojo

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blogs/blog-0079863001346483187.jpgSo I was scheduled to have lap-band surgery Aug 28th with Dr. Almanza 45 min before the procedure they asked me if I wanted to change to VSG and i said YES! I had thought of changing but thought I was obligated (and had only paid) for the lap-band. They recommended the VSG over lap-band very highly and I changed to VSG. I'm glad i did, and am glad they let me. The experience there was great. I didin't get to stay at the recovery house (remodelling) but the clinica was exceptionally clean, staff was VERY attentive (i'm a RN) and i was very impressed with the care and cleanliness of the facilities. It's not fancy mind you, but it was a very good experience. Close and personal care is what i received. Never got in severe pain post op, meds brought every 4 hours on the money every-time... I would recommend this facility and Dr. Almanza to anyone who is considering VSG. THanks for reading my jumbled thoughts, kinda tired will post more some other time on the experience...

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    Gijane2012

    LAP-BAND Patients

    AWESOME!!!!!

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    Martha3622

    Gastric Sleeve Patients

    WAS IT REALLY PAINFUL I AM SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 7TH WILL I BE ABLE TO GO BACK TO WORK BY SEPT 11? I WORK AT A SCHOOL AS A PARA AKA SPECIAL ED AIDE. WHAT DO YOU THINK

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    Martha3622

    Gastric Sleeve Patients

    PLEASE GET BACK TO ME I'M THINKING THAT MAYBE I SHOULD RESCHDULE

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    thedogsmommy

    Gastric Sleeve Patients

    I had a lap band since 2003 and had it removed 2 months ago to have the sleeve surgery. Don't miss the band at all. I think you made a wise choice.

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    lrainb

    LAP-BAND Patients

    Good for you!!! Eventually those bands have to come out or be changed.... Now you are done!!!!

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    ahoog

    Gastric Sleeve Patients

    I'm a para also and I don't think you are going to be able to go back to work that soon. There is some discomfort in the beginning and you have to have the drain removed a week after surgery. I know one week later I felt like a truck had hit me, but once you start getting the protein drinks in you again and start taking the vitamins and B12 you will start feeling better. I would give it at least 2 weeks before you go back to work.

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    slojo

    LAP-BAND Patients

    I feel like i'm ready to go to work, and my drain is already out. It came out day 3. I can get by without any physical straining activity at my job. I had it okay'd with the DON. I can't afford to take off more than 2 weeks. I had to take off to go have the surgery done in mexico....But i feel good. I've been going for walks, doing light housework, no lifting of course for 4-6 weeks...

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    sunfunmash

    Gastric Sleeve Patients

    I haven't scheduled my surg yet-but getting close. I am concerned as well about how much time I will have to take off. Realistically, should it be 1 week or 2 weeks? Why is recovery so long?

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