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Susan's concerns were/are valid. Your husband may be the Mother Teresa of the vertical sleeve, in the end, this website is run by some guy named Alex who seems to genuinely care about the people who are looking for help on their journey. How horrible would he feel or anyone on these forums feel if something bad happened to someone who placed their trust in the wrong person they met on this site?
The awesome thing about the internet is for ten bucks a month, you too can create a website where you can choose to moderate as you see fit. If you do not like the way this forum is maintained by the people who developed, moderate and pay for as a tool for people looking for information about wls, you can always create your own.

I am actually the one who brought this to Alex's attention. Contrary to what has been posted, this had nothing to do with competition, money, or anything else. It had to do with concern for our members. Take a step back for a moment, and tell me, knowing the things that go on in this day and age, if seeing numerous posts of a man offering to accompany woman whom he has never met alone to a foreign country, or even his own wife offering his services, doesn't seem a bit suspicious? Unfortunately, we here about internet scams all the time, people falling for them, losing all their money, getting molested, or worse. We do not know the OP or his wife, so, based upon that, yes, we felt the need to protect our members by doing a little investigating to ensure their safety was not at risk. If that offends some of you, well, I will not say I am sorry because I firmly believe what was done was in the best interest of our members. I will continue to stand by my belief that any woman, or man for that matter, should be very cautious about accepting free or paid services from anyone who offers to accompany them alone to a foreign country when they are quite vulnerable and could be taken advantage of. I am not saying that is in any way the OP or his wife's intention, I am just saying better to err on the side of caution.

So excited due end of Feb 2014
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So in conclusion for my own question, I am now 28 wks pregnant and I did not have to do the test where you drink that orange drink and what not. My OB said it just wasn't safe for me cause of having WLS. So she had me do one blood draw a week for 3 week straight and my sugar level was normal. Looks like we won't be continuing to check because everything looks good

Best decision I have ever made! Surgery feb 18th, 5mos out. Dr Garcia and his staff are wonderful! I went to Hospital MI in Tijuana but I hear great things about florence as well. Good luck!

I just posted a new profile pic because I'm down 38 lbs.
I only have one chin now!!
Plus I'm in onderland. Wooohooo

I might add I admire Dr. Garcia in his professionalism and putting the patients first.

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 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 am a snacker too so i always make sure to have something on hand.... here are a few of my favorites...I do the baby bell light cheese, cashews (4mos out), a slice of lunch meat, cottage cheese, yogurt, 1/2 hard boiled egg, edamame.... Hope some of these might help!

I spent a year researching Mexico in case I was denied by my insurance, and sure enough after all was said and done... DENIED, so I made the decision to go to Mexico. I went through ready for a change with Dr Garcia.
I could not have asked for a better experience and would not change my decision for anything.
As much as I would have liked to stay home and be 5mins from my house and 2yr old, it was not an option.
If I had the surgery here, I would have been released to go home the next day. I was so not ready for that. In Mexico I spent 2 nights in the hospital and had an extra 2nights to recoup in the hotel! It was exactly what my body needed. Everyone was so caring an helpful and I didn't feel like just another number like I sometime have felt as a patient in the states. I had 3 leak tests performed on me as well there. Here the Dr I was originally going with was so "confident" in his work that he didn't even think that one was necessary. That's a scary thought.
The amount of money I spent in the entire trip air and all was still less then my out of pocket expenses after insurance if I was to stay here.
I had a friend traveling with me, that was with me every step of the way, even staying in the hospital with me. And she was kept in the loop with every step the doctor took. My care was amazing!

Oh I tipped everyone with American money. They actually appreciate it because the US dollar is so good compared to the peso. I had asked my coordinator and the hotel about it. I tipped trips back and forth to airport $5, bell hop $2 each time, drive back and forth from hospital $2, and room service $2.

I spent a year researching Mexico in case I was denied by my insurance, and sure enough after all was said and done... DENIED, so I made the decision to go to Mexico. I went through ready for a change with Dr Garcia.
I could not have asked for a better experience and would not change my decision for anything.
As much as I would have liked to stay home and be 5mins from my house and 2yr old, it was not an option.
If I had the surgery here, I would have been released to go home the next day. I was so not ready for that. In Mexico I spent 2 nights in the hospital and had an extra 2nights to recoup in the hotel! It was exactly what my body needed. Everyone was so caring an helpful and I didn't feel like just another number like I sometime have felt as a patient in the states. I had 3 leak tests performed on me as well there. Here the Dr I was originally going with was so "confident" in his work that he didn't even think that one was necessary. That's a scary thought.
The amount of money I spent in the entire trip air and all was still less then my out of pocket expenses after insurance if I was to stay here.
I had a friend traveling with me, that was with me every step of the way, even staying in the hospital with me. And she was kept in the loop with every step the doctor took. My care was amazing!

I spent a year researching Mexico in case I was denied by my insurance, and sure enough after all was said and done... DENIED, so I made the decision to go to Mexico. I went through ready for a change with Dr Garcia.
I could not have asked for a better experience and would not change my decision for anything.
As much as I would have liked to stay home and be 5mins from my house and 2yr old, it was not an option.
If I had the surgery here, I would have been released to go home the next day. I was so not ready for that. In Mexico I spent 2 nights in the hospital and had an extra 2nights to recoup in the hotel! It was exactly what my body needed. Everyone was so caring an helpful and I didn't feel like just another number like I sometime have felt as a patient in the states. I had 3 leak tests performed on me as well there. Here the Dr I was originally going with was so "confident" in his work that he didn't even think that one was necessary. That's a scary thought.
The amount of money I spent in the entire trip air and all was still less then my out of pocket expenses after insurance if I was to stay here.
I had a friend traveling with me, that was with me every step of the way, even staying in the hospital with me. And she was kept in the loop with every step the doctor took. My care was amazing!

Hey everyone... Just wanted to check in and say hello!! I started my journey over a year ago to research sleeve surgery and had the surgery in March 2013 with Fernando Garcia thru Ready4Achange.com in Mexico which was a very simple, easy and no regrets experience... I owe him a huge thank you for giving me such a gift! Im down over 50 pounds today and I feel amazing! 50 more to go to my goal but Im happy just to be this far! Some days I am a tiny bit more tired than others but most other days, I have this crazy energy and want to walk for miles.... but all days I have this new passion for life and well being!! I love sharing my journey with others, especially those who arent even aware of this surgery! It gives me a way to hopefully empower others to get this same fantastic journey started if they so choose because I hope others feel as good as I do. Not only do I feel and look good in clothing, but I really truly watch what I eat, not only to stay on the thin side but to stay on the healthy side!! This is the best nutrition and health education ever. When I look back on my old diet... What was I thinking? Id be more than happy to answer any questions, I just wish for everyone the same feeling of independence, self worth and fulfillment of a goal this is givng me. This is not an easy way out, daily it is work, but so fulfilling!! People who have never had a weight issue will never know the dark places being obese can take you to.... They dont understand us ... But I love seeing the light at the end of the tunnel and will never look back ....but I will also never forget where I once was!! Happy Sleeving! Also, attached is my so far before and afters and a little reminder I use daily of how to stay on track!!

I'm still a little ways out from my surgery (just started the Kaiser options classes) but this morning I was laying in bed thinking of all the things I can't wait to do when I lose weight.
1. Be able to walk through those stupid little turnstyle things
2. Finally be able to stop lying about not liking rollercoasters. I love them..my fat ass just won't fit. Easier to lie
3. No longer have to buy gigantic pads with wings (yeah I know TMI)
4. Be able to buy something from Victorias Secret
5. Be able to shop with friends without having to make a Detour to a "fat store".
6. Not be ashamed to walk though the mall with my bag of clothes...I always hate shopping and having to walk through the mall with a Lane Bryant shopping bag...just screams I'M FAT!!!
7. Be able to put the lap tray down on an airplane
8. Be able to tell people I used to run cross country in high school without them saying "What happened". and actually be able to run again.
9. Sky Dive!!!!!
10. Go out with my "skinny friends" and actually have guys want to talk to me too...and not just to ask me to ask my friend for her number

Congrats on the weightloss! But please keep us posted on the leg issues!!!! Feel better soon!

Congrats! It has gotten to be an expense with these pant sizes dropping so quick! A little tip.... Maxi dresses and skirts have become my best friend, you won't go thru them as quick! Keep up the awesome work!

Congrats! It has gotten to be an expense with these pant sizes dropping so quick! A little tip.... Maxi dresses and skirts have become my best friend, you won't go thru them as quick! Keep up the awesome work!

I have done all my clearances for my surgery sleep doc said I'm doin great n cleared me as well as cardiac doc had my stress test today and I thought I was going to die they injected me with some meds to make my heart at the highest rapid pace it was a NOT A GOOD EXPERIENCE never the less I'm finally done all I do tomorrow is see the NUT and the doc for the last time b4 surgery and they submit my case I can't wait june 25 watch out !
Me at the docs office lol yeah I'm photogenic

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After a 3wk stall I woke up to a welcomed surprise!!!

5'4
Surgery 2/18/13
Staring weight 258.4
Day of surgery 250.6
Current weight 199.6

After a 3wk stall I woke up to a welcomed surprise!!!

5'4
Surgery 2/18/13
Staring weight 258.4
Day of surgery 250.6
Current weight 199.6

I was 199.4 yesterday too! First time in about 30 years!

After a 3wk stall I woke up to a welcomed surprise!!!

5'4
Surgery 2/18/13
Staring weight 258.4
Day of surgery 250.6
Current weight 199.6