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Everything posted by cissiesue
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I Didnt Start A Fire! Nsv
Omg, I love this! It reminds me of rubbing two metal nail files together! Way to go! Awesome nsv, and way to rock that sz 12 skirt!
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Dr. Kelly Is Awesome!
Debly, really? I will sign up for twitter, how do you find him?
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Dr. Kelly & New Coordinator Omar
I think its just a few hundred dollars. In my opinion, its worth that to have a more experienced surgeon. Im not daying Dr G isnt good, just that Dr Kelly has more impressive credentials, more experience
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Dr. Kelly & New Coordinator Omar
I completely agree! Being a coordinator does not make you an expert on wls or on surgeons. I realize we have to rely on them for some things, but making your decision should have little to to do with the coordinator. It should be based on a surgeons credentials, and TONS of research! Some of the most brilliant surgeons have been known to be hot heads, temperamental, or just plain arrogant. (the tv show "HOUSE" is a great example, even though its fiction) It does help that they have a good bedside manner, but what this all boils down to is the skill of the surgeon. And I believe that most of these Mexican surgeons are very skilled. I'm going to Mexico for a life changing operation, not for silly gimicks, a mini vacation, or sightseeing.
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What's The Most Difficult Part Of Living With Your New Sleeve?
Im glad you asked this, as I will be the cook in the house like alwaya.. I really want to know how you ladies cook for your families and stick to your diet? I am looking forward to the idea that with my healthy change, it will trickle down to my whole family. And in turn, my hubby will make better food choices for him and our kids
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How Long Till You Took A Bath?
Good question, from what you said, it sounds like you'd be ok.
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Anyone Atleast 2 Yrs Out?
Delby, it also has to do with that despite our crummy economy, our dollar is stronger and more valuable. Right now, its 12.5 pesos to 1 US dollar. If you did the math, you would see that it comes out to quite a bit of money, but we just get a break because if the value of our dollar
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Pain Drinking Water
Ive heard of this quite a lot. From what I have seen, it will subside
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Do Not Get The Plication
The thought of your stomach folded into itself is just strange. And what would the long term affect be on that folded part? Just strange to me. I agree, its crap, just like the "crap" band, and the gastric ballon
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Dr. Kelly Is Awesome!
Thanks for updating us! I have just over 9 weeks til I see Dr Kelly and his wonderful staff! Im so excited/nervous, but I know I am in the best and most capeable hands! I cant wait to see your success! Keep us updated a lot!
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Preop Disappointment
imagine sick sticks of butter! that is how much you have lost off of your body! that is amazing! 6 pounds is phenomenal!!
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Slowly Preparing Myself For Pre Op Diet
I've been replacing one or two meals with a protein shake. Also "trying" to follow a diet that I set up in my fitness pal. Im still over 70 days out, so as the time gets closer, I will become more stringent. At 60days out, I will be totally weaned from diet soda
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Dr. Jaime Ponce De Leon Information?
I would love to hear about it beauty, pm me please
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Hello...newbie Here
I wish you would have considered Mexico. Hope you're doing well
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Dr. Jaime Ponce De Leon Information?
I honestly understand your anxiety with all of this. But honestly, did you just call when you didn't get a response? I believe Dr Kelly is the best choice, and most of you have as well. In a few months all this drama will cool down and he wont have these issues. I think you should stick to what you've known and trusted this whole time, and not let a little blip in the road sway you. My two cents
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Ana (Dr. Kelly) Not Answering Emails?
it's been a few days to get back to me as well. I got an email from ana saying that they had been hijacked, and that Omar is now handling the coordination part. She told me a while back, that she was the nutrtionist, and was filling in while dr kelly was transitioning from the coordinators. but I just literaly sent an email and got a response rifht back, like I had become accustomed
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Protein Tablets?
It takes your body hours and hours to process more than 20ish grams of protein at a time. So if you use those shots, take only half at a time, and wait at least two hours, and then take the rest
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Anyone Else Having Surgery In Mexico In June?
I am with Dr Kelly! I know! I am getting confused... I saw someone suggest makina a calendar so we could keep track with eachothers dates and Dr 's. My issue is, that we are getting a settlement on june 5th, and I can't afford plane tickets until then! I priced them know at 4-5 days away and they are insane! Like 450, instead of 170. So that's the whole reason for the switch. I hate to put it off even one extra minute, but dang I can't justify that extra cost, when, at two weeks out, they Go back to the lower price....
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Woo Hoo
Whoo hoo! Great job!
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Anyone Else Having Surgery In Mexico In June?
Delby, & Goofy, I just may have to change mine to somewhere inbetween those dates.
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Serious Questions
Yes, please keep us posted! Best of luck!
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Alvarez, Garcia, Kelly Or Aceves?
You're so welcome! Best wishes!
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Alvarez, Garcia, Kelly Or Aceves?
I have a few for dr kelly...619-793-4869, or 619-395-5347
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Serious Questions
I know you're wanting to resleeve, but I would think you might want to look into the ds. Keep your options open, and talk to the surgeons about what they feel us best for you!
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Newbie Here! :0)
Hi Mita! Wow! That is a wonderful whirlwind! I am 5'4" and 266 so we are about the same. I wish I would have done this a decade ago! Just take some time and check out you tube to see some peoples jorney, if you haven't already. Welcome! Can't wait to join you in this weight loss parade! June can't get here fast enough!