kparadisek

I am considering self pay and Mexico seems like the ideal location. Has anybody had the band removed and the sleeve procedure done at the same time in Mexico? Do you have any suggestions of what Doctors to use and what facilities to go to?

I have had the lapband for almost 5 years only to gain all the weight back I lost now I'm considering the sleeve. The band didn't give me the long term results that I wanted so can anyone share their experience with the sleeve. Are you satisfied or do you wish you had considered bypass?

Kate, I'm looking over your numbers and you've done a great job! I know that being at a stand still can be a little discerning but think of what you have accomplished. Continue to make the proper food choices and exercise and I'm sure the weight will start dropping again. Don't be discouraged you can do this.

Hello! I'm new here too. Like you I tried the lap band and it didn't work for me so I've started my quest for the sleeve. I'm not sure though I'm thinking maybe I should be going for the gastric since I know I will lose weight with that (my Mom had it about 20 years ago). Is the band removal so early before your sleeve surgery the norm? I'm glad everything went well. Do you have a eating plan that you'll use until surgery?

Hello, I'm just starting the process and will not have surgery for a year but I already have the lap band which didn't work so now you've got me contemplating the sleeve. Should I go with gastric bypass?