Pattie1966

Pre-op diet started on Sept 1st.....lost 13 lbs in 2 weeks. Surgery on Sept 13. Post op I've lost 21 lbs. total weight loss since Sept 1st 34 lbs.

I had surgery on Sept 13th in Mexico with Dr Fernando Garcia at Florence hospital. $4700 covered everything but my plane from St Louis. It was going to cost $17,000 here. My pcp in St Louis was happy with my decision. He tested my blood work the day I got back in town and will test it every 3 months Ike he has been already. I would not have changed a thing about my decision to go to Mexico for a second. Loved it.

I just flew to Mexico on Sept 12th and had surgery on the 13th from St Louis. The return flight was fine. I was tired so I slept a lot. I did get up a couple times and walked to the bathroom. I had no problems with blood clots. Did feel great to get off the plane. Good luck to you.

I just had surgery on the 13th. I was in florence Hosp and by myself too. There is not a place to lock your luggage up but I kept a lock on my suitcase and they close your private room up so nobody can get in while your in surgery. I had no problems at all.

Glad to hear its not just me. Thanks for the posts.

I had surgery 1 week ago today. I am freezing. Even under the blankets I'm cold. Any one else going through this? Also every time I try eating like puréed soup I get about 2 mouth fills in and I get a loud tummy and that gas feeling under the breast bone. Bodes it go away? Ay suggestions?

I had the bullet and I returned it and bought the Ninja that also has the single serve cup too. I love it. You won't be disappointed.

I had a cold while I was having surgery last week and I still have it and I have been taking Alegra-D. I cut it in half to take it.

I had surgery in TJ on Friday. I brought $100 with me in $5, $10 and $1's to tip at the hotel and airport. Other than that I didn't spend a dime.

I havent been to one yet but I know there is a good one at DePaul hospital. Open to anyone.

There is also a business center in the lobby you can use to print off your boarding passes for your flight home.

I flew in Thursday night and stayed at the Marriott. Friday and Saturday night at Florence Hosp and finally Sunday and tonight at the Marriott. Go home tomorrow. So 5 total. Bring a swimming suit. You cant swim after surgery but you have 1 full day to yourself to relax in the warm sun.

i just had surgery friday with Dr Garcia at Florence Hospital. You will be so happy with your decision. Best of luck to you.

Im still in Mexico going home to Missouri tomorrow. I had my sleeve done 9-13, friday with Dr Garcia. What a great experience I have had. I too came alone and I dont regret doing that at all. There is not anything here to be afraid of. Everyone from the second you walk off the plane has been so accomidating and friendly. The surgery went smoothly and Dr Garcia is wonderful. You will meet a lot of people floating around the hotel that is also having surgery at the same time with different companies. Fun to sit and talk with all of them while you enjoy your gross chicken broth or even groser popsicle. You have made a wonderful decision and you will have no regrets. I promise. Let me know if any questions come up that you need answered. Best of luck to you on this amazing journey.

I told as many people as I cold that I was having surgery in Mexico. There reaction was priceless. As far as my family was concrned I told them that I wasn't asking for permission' I was just letting them know what my plans were. i'm still in Mexico, 2 days post-op and feeling remarkably good. Heading home to STL on Tuesday.

Well now I get to post on the post-op thread. Surgery went great. I feel good. The staples come out tomorrow. I sure hope it doesn't hurt. Drinking feels wierd. It's like you can feel it go all the way down to the sleeve then I burp. Hope that goes away sooner than later. Hoping that everyone else that was sleeved this week is feeling good too.

I had my surgery yesterday at florence Hospital and the nurses were fantastic. if you ring the buzzer they came running in seconds.

I'm in Mexico alone right now and I'm really glad that I came alone. It's been like a vacation. Don't be worried you will be pleased with your decision.