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At two days I could only wet my mouth, not really swallow and I had to walk around while I did that. That lasted to about day four and then I could only do one tiny sip at a time also only while standing upright. It takes time.

I've lost 42 pounds in a little over three months and will be thrilled to hit 50 at four months. Slow and steady wins the race.

4700. For everything including: two nights in hospital, three nights at hotel and all meds. This was in Mexico. I had excellent care.

4700. For everything including: two nights in hospital, three nights at hotel and all meds. This was in Mexico. I had excellent care.

4700. For everything including: two nights in hospital, three nights at hotel and all meds. This was in Mexico. I had excellent care.

4700. For everything including: two nights in hospital, three nights at hotel and all meds. This was in Mexico. I had excellent care.

Wow that is awesome! What are your best tips for those of us just starting out?

Surgery date 3/25
Starting weight 225
Current weight 201

I don't take Nexium but I do take capsules and have since the fourth day after my surgery with no problems.

I have to admit I followed your story so closely on the self pay forum. I felt like I could really relate to how you described your feelings and your process to make the decision. Thanks so much for your honesty. I think it's very helpful. I go in a week. I'm actually a bit of a lurker following everyone's trip to Mi and really want to hear about the aftercare. As much as I am terrified I am so glad to have an accurate idea of what to expect for the next few months, so thank you

Oh dear now I'm really worried. I'm supposed to be there on Monday. Same doctor. Same hospital.

Amytug would you do it again?

Hi Willbethin, I did a lot of research about the band before deciding to go with the sleeve. It sounds like I would have never have done well with the band. I'm going on the 25 to Mi with Doctor Garcia. Maybe I'll see you! I'm very nervous too. I've never read anything bad about Dr. Garcia. I think we will be in good hands. I also hear really positive results from his patients. I agree with you though, this is a huge leap of faith! Hang in there.

SanDiegoSunshine I live in SD as well. We should see if anyone else is from around here and make up a support group.

March 25. Mi Doctor. Dr. Garcia

Ok you really don't need much . The clothes you where there and something to sleep in that night and then when your in the hospital they give you a gown . After surgery when I was up walking around I put shorts on and wear them the whole time under my gown in the hospital . I went alone and I was fine . Call your cell phone people and let them know your going to Mexico and they will set you up with something . Don't worry about you things no one will take from you. I had my cash and card in my bag it was fine . I left my jelwery at home they are so nice there Dr Garcia is great. You can use the hospital phone to call your family . At the Marriott no phone you can use for free that I find .. The halls in the hospital are small the whole place is but it a great place and everyone is really nice . Good luck to all ..

I've been trying to figure out what to do about a cell phone in Mexico. Everything I've read says that it is ridiculously expensive to use cell service there. I'm planning to turn my cell phone off the minute I leave San Diego airport! Do you have any suggestions for the best way to use a tablet computer and wifi to keep in touch (other than email)?
I noticed on my paperwork from Dr. Garcia that there is a 1-800 number listed for Mi Doctor Hospital. Can someone in the US call that number to speak to a patient? Also, does the Marriott have a similar 800 number?
Thanks to all the Tijuana veterans for taking the time to help us newbies!

I just scheduled my surgery for 3/25/2013 with Dr. Garcia.