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I have had numerous stalls and none have lasted more then a week. And I always show extra on the scale with my periods post op. I think it seems to be a common thing from what I've seen on here and obesity help.

Yesterday I hit my 6mo mark and have lost 76.8lbs! Feeling amazing. That's a 65% loss of my excess weight. I have 42 lbs to my personal goal.

Amazing and so inspirational!

Your mom sounds a lot like my father. Some parents just feel the need to be critical, that's how they feel like they are still taking care of us when we adults. That's my opinion. My dad has pushed for me to lose weight and even paid for me to have the procedure when insurance denied me.... Has not once said you look good, more worried that I may gain it back or it will stop working. I have lost 80 lbs in 6 1/2 months and have 40 more to goal. He will ask how much I've lost but never says anything about how I look. He does in fact tell other family members about my progress so I know he is proud and cares.
You are doing great so far and know that some parents have a different way of showing they care! keep up the great work!!!

Your mom sounds a lot like my father. Some parents just feel the need to be critical, that's how they feel like they are still taking care of us when we adults. That's my opinion. My dad has pushed for me to lose weight and even paid for me to have the procedure when insurance denied me.... Has not once said you look good, more worried that I may gain it back or it will stop working. I have lost 80 lbs in 6 1/2 months and have 40 more to goal. He will ask how much I've lost but never says anything about how I look. He does in fact tell other family members about my progress so I know he is proud and cares.
You are doing great so far and know that some parents have a different way of showing they care! keep up the great work!!!

Your mom sounds a lot like my father. Some parents just feel the need to be critical, that's how they feel like they are still taking care of us when we adults. That's my opinion. My dad has pushed for me to lose weight and even paid for me to have the procedure when insurance denied me.... Has not once said you look good, more worried that I may gain it back or it will stop working. I have lost 80 lbs in 6 1/2 months and have 40 more to goal. He will ask how much I've lost but never says anything about how I look. He does in fact tell other family members about my progress so I know he is proud and cares.
You are doing great so far and know that some parents have a different way of showing they care! keep up the great work!!!

Your mom sounds a lot like my father. Some parents just feel the need to be critical, that's how they feel like they are still taking care of us when we adults. That's my opinion. My dad has pushed for me to lose weight and even paid for me to have the procedure when insurance denied me.... Has not once said you look good, more worried that I may gain it back or it will stop working. I have lost 80 lbs in 6 1/2 months and have 40 more to goal. He will ask how much I've lost but never says anything about how I look. He does in fact tell other family members about my progress so I know he is proud and cares.
You are doing great so far and know that some parents have a different way of showing they care! keep up the great work!!!

After surgery I had such a hard time getting in all my liquids that I started using a straw and doubled my intake. That's the only way I can drink! I am 6mos out and haven't had a problem at all with the straw, I actually found I took more air trying to drink straight out of a glass that had ice in it trying to avoid the ice.

After surgery I had such a hard time getting in all my liquids that I started using a straw and doubled my intake. That's the only way I can drink! I am 6mos out and haven't had a problem at all with the straw, I actually found I took more air trying to drink straight out of a glass that had ice in it trying to avoid the ice.

Yesterday I hit my 6mo mark and have lost 76.8lbs! Feeling amazing. That's a 65% loss of my excess weight. I have 42 lbs to my personal goal.

Yesterday I hit my 6mo mark and have lost 76.8lbs! Feeling amazing. That's a 65% loss of my excess weight. I have 42 lbs to my personal goal.

Started mine 2 days before, nurse took care of me during the surgery apparently since you most likely wont have underwear on due to the waistband getting in the way.... It did last extra long due to the blood thinners but the experience wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.

I totally agree with the above statement! I originally planned on staying in the US and ended up in Mexico. The doctor I chose here in the states, a center of excellence, did not use a drain, and does not perform a single leak test because he is so confident in his work.
I'm glad I made the choice I did, I had great care in Mexico, a drain, 3 leak tests and an extra night in the hospital to recoup. I would have been miserable being sent home the day after surgery.
Confidence can also be arrogance and will catch up with people one day.

I have heard that a million time but from the majority of people I have met on my journey they have done way more then 60% and plenty met their goal.
I am already past 65%weight loss and am a week shy of 6mos out of surgery. I don't really understand the statistics of that statement, but most of what I have found had proved different.

I know, a million people have done it before me, and a million more will do it after me, but I don't care!
TODAY I WEIGH LESS THAN 200 POUNDS!!!!!!
I haven't been CLOSE to 200, let alone UNDER it in 18 years! It feels awesome to know this is really happening! I know there's a lot more hard work ahead of me - reading the Vets Forum has taught me that. But it also gives me hope because others have done it, are doing it still, and it seems possible that I could too!

I had originally thought I was going to go with dr Lopez but after reading the forums here and obesity help and then talking with Alma (who was also highly recommended as a great coordinator) I decided to switch to dr Garcia.
I had my surgery at Mi hospital back in February and would not change a thing about my decisions. But I do agree about going with your gut too, all of the conflicting posts can get very overwhelming.... I found I Read certain negative posts about a doctor I would look at all the posts by that source and see if they seemed legit or if it seemed like they were working just to discredit a certain doctor or company.
Good luck with your decision!

My carry on was about 5 pounds and felt like 50 on the way home. I had to stop and put it done every few feet... Definitely recommend something with wheels if you can. (I'm guessing by the name you live in Orlando? Me too!)

I thinks its a safe bet that someone died in Mexico the day after surgery, probably several someones. Not necessarily after weight loss surgery but its a distinct possibility. As all informed patients know surgeries come with that risk, some more than others. Weight loss surgery is no different. Several someones died in the US in the same time period for the same reasons. What was your point? If its to make a particular Dr, hospital or coordinator look bad I'm afraid you're having the wrong effect. It's making YOU look bad.

May I ask how you have this inside info?
I mean usually what happens in Mexico stays in Mexico...

So yeah, Who's real here? I don't know anymore....
I think a good rule of thumb is to look at the poster click on their profile.... Then look at their posts. Do they contribute to this site on a semi regular basis? Do they talk about things in their sleeved life other than their experience with their awesome doctor? and hospital? and coordinating company? If not?? Well, you know what they say about a duck

In the interest of full disclosure....
I've been running WLSBoards (VST/LBT/RNYTalk) for quite some time now (10 years next month.)
Most of you don't know my background. You can check me out on LinkedIn to learn more.
Until quite recently, running VST/LBT/RNYTalk was my favorite hobby and a way for me to give back to the WLS community. I've (pretty much) exited the tech sector and have decided to devote a large portion of my time to my favorite hobby.
This might come as a shock to many but even with all the sponsorships and ads we run on the site, there hasn't been a year where VST/LBT/RNYTalk made a profit. I've personally made up the difference each year. I've never asked and don't ever plan on asking for donations .
MSO was created as another way to drive revenue and pay for expenses. It was also created with the intent to bring some honesty, openness, and transparency to the process of having surgery in Mexico. We've never hidden our connection and I'm proud to stand behind it 100%.

The unsolicited PM's you've sent speak for themselves. (For privacy reasons, I'm going to skip any PM's that were solicited) A few of your most recent sent messages:
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PM Title: Dr Kelly Info
If you want to chat I will call you personally about Kelly. we just got back a few days ago. I have been to TJ 12 times so I know a thing or two. I just dont have the patients to type and type and type. Give me a contact number or you can call my husband or me at 2506754657
Its the best decision you will ever make but choosing a doctor and facilatator - each package is so so different... but I will tell you all about that.
Ciao
George / Kate
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PM Title: Great Price
Before I post I want to know a few more details. Can I call you or you call me. Its not just the surgeon... but the procedure, the type of staples, the sewing, the gluing, the hospital... the hotel. It all comes into play and affects the price. I just got back and can probably answer ant questions you may have but I dont want to type for an hour. Easier to talk or talk with my hubby. Hes been there 12 times
Kate 2506754657
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PM Title: Mexico Bariatric Centre
Yes... keep doing research but some of the crap you read on these forums can screw you up. Dr V and Dr Kelly are both very qualified. Dr. K's procedure is a bit different though. Im glad you are open minded when it comes to some OP's. I am so thrilled with Kelly so yes... I do promote him.
Here a few more things that I have not said openly...
1. NO DEPOSIT... they trust you! His asst Lora will just verify your flights and boom... its booked.
2. NO DRAIN... yup, that stupid pain inthe ass drain is gone. He uses it only when he has to. One out of 50
3. His asst works with him 2 weeks a month... usually the 2 and 3rd week of each month.
4. Im not 100% positive but I think he just started performing surgery with another surgeon in the OR with him. I think he is training another bariatrics guy... his way. Ask him!
5. way better xray than what MBC pays for... I better stop.
and as far as MBC... they are just a wholesaler, and yes they really pissed us off when they switched hospitals the morning of the surgery.
The wholesalers are like Mary K reps... all over the USA and Canada. Yes they get back to you cause many of them have nothing else to do. they are not sitting in an office but on a couch doing something else. Its a home based business. My two coordinators (sales people) told me all about Dr. V and Kelly... and when I asked both docs... have you even met them... they both laughed.. no.
Whom ever you book with... try to cut out the middle man. If you feel the coordinator makes you feel better.. then ok... thats your decision. They are not there to check on you in MX. They are there to take your deposit. And lastly... you get better care when you book direct. The Dr. puts your package together... not the wholesaler. Damn... I could go on and on...
If you need more info call me 2506754657
Just sitting on the couch eatting bon bons. lol!
Kate and Terry (hubby has been to TJ 12 times) very knowledgable!
Good luck and sorry about burning off your ear!
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PM Title: Dr Kelly
I can comment on Dr. kelly out of three and four of the five hospitals. it would take me an hour to type so if your serious... either call us at 2506754657 or give us your number. Its just not doctors taht you should be considering.
Hope to hear from you
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PM Title: Help
I see your getting some replied now.
Service companies can be a real pain in the ass.
I also see you have Kelly's office number... almost always a recording.
my husband has a relationship with Dr. Kelly and a private number. He can give it out but if you give me your name and date... he will call him and make sure its all set. Only if you feel comfortable with that. My husband is a dear and has been there (TJ) 12 times. His surgery was 3 years ago with a butcher... but thats another story. Our our number is 2506754657
Give him a call... TR
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PM Title: Poor communications
Have you made a deposit?
And may I ask what service you have used.
My husband has a few direct lines to some of the people down there.
im sure he can help.
Pm me
Thanks
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PM Title: Kelly
I might be able to shed some light on things that have happened recently. Actually my husband can. He has been to TJ 12 times over the last few years. He knows Kelly quite well and can arrange for you to talk to him directly if your ready to book. In regards to hospital privledges, coordinators... Terry knows it all.... first hand
Give hime a call if you want. 2506754657
I had surgery with him a few weeks ago. Hubby had surgery 3 years ago... at a chop shop... real bad!
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PM Title: You should speak with me...
I want to discuss your surgery in person. I do not want to put my thoughts in print form. I promiss I will make you reconsider Almanza, Bentencourt and JClinic. I have been to TJ 12 times. Trust me... I know what Im talking about. If your health is important... you will call. Talk to a real person
Terry 2506754657
What do you have to loose... LOTS!
Not trying to scare you but you should know all the facts.
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The above messages sound like they're being sent by a desperate coordinator for Dr. Kelly. They don't read like they were sent from a pair of benevolent retirees.
I don't think I need to say much more....

I'm totally new to this site. After perusing for a while without signing up and knowing I was going to be sleeved, I thought it a good community to get involved in. Primarily as there are so many of you on here, the information you provide is truly invaluable and it is often served in a witty and compassionate way. It is also remarkable that it is hosted for free.
Because I'm new, but certainly not new to the internet, I thought I'd state what I think is a view with fresh eyes. I can see parity in certain behaviours between this website and others. This place is a community - just as you would get outside in the 'real' world. With groups and hierarchies and cliques and quite importantly and rightly, rules that govern us and our behaviour.
The condition of being severely overweight, is often a solitary condition. With pre-op people, like myself, feeling quite vulnerable and alone on our journey as we haven't got a clue what to expect and are genuinely apprehensive. If you are not lucky enough to have a support network in the 'real world', I can see how people become reliant on the kindnesses of strangers; particularly ones who have walked this path already. Consequently and however well intentioned, I can also see how whether through selfless altruism or indeed, for social or fiscal reward (and there is no accusation in this, because I know squat about the personalities here), how lines can be crossed.
In my appraisal of what I've seen so far, I can recognise the 'pluggers', but I can also recognise those, and these are in the majority, who just want to give a shout-out to the person(s) who helped change their lives. While the attempt to 'catch the person out' was albeit a clumsy one, I can see why concern was raised.
Not everyone, like myself, are cynical and alert to what is 'out there' on the internet. Some people can be really quite vulnerable and as a consequence, easily misled in their search for the 'right' answer. Of course, this cuts both ways, which is why there is a duty of care by those who manage the site (particularly if you have business interests in providing WLS) and those who participate in the site to not put people 'wrong'.
I know some people genuinely want to be of assistance. However, it is fair to say that in their heartfelt endeavours, it is easy to lose site of the rules that govern the vehicle they are using and why those rules were instigated in the first place - for protection.
In conclusion and this is how I'm going to approach it. I'm going to ignore what appear to be plugs, I'm going to do my own research -as wisely said above (sorry, I can't remember your name), enjoy this vehicle; sharing in the community experience and hopefully making new cyber-chums. However and most importantly, I will try to maintain clarity and crucially, objectivity.
Nice to meet you all )