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Hi y'all. So I had VSG surgery with Dr. Elias Ortiz on 11/08/2013. My experience in Mexico, both at the hospital and the Marriott, were positive. I flew in from CA for same day surgery and I couldn't have asked for better care. I'm so happy to have my sleeve. I'm down 67 lbs today with 25 to go to goal. Dr. Ortiz is a quiet man, but he cares. I think y'all are making the right decision by choosing him, and A Lighter Me. They are an excellent company. Good luck and I hope to hear from y'all on the loser side.

<p>Hello my WONDERFUL November 2013 sleevers! I haven't checked in, in over 3 months. I hope you all are doing well and super healthy. Well, where is everyone at mentally, physically, and weight? I feel great, normal too. I sometime have low energy but it could be just lazy. I really need to get back in the gym too (confession: only have done about 2 hours of cardio/weight lifting TOTAL). Eating habits are still good for fear of gaining any weight but I AM A SLOW LOSER.... Here are my stats...</p> <p>HW 295 lbs/size 24</p> <p>VSG Day 277 lbs/size 22</p> <p>currently at 223lbs/size 16reg (size 14 not breathing) total loss 72 lbs</p> <p>Hair loss: just a little and no longer losing.</p> <p> </p> <p>Gals, be firm with me tell me how I need to exercise more and I didn't get this far to start slowing down before my goal. </p> <p> </p> <p>Thanks for listening and God bless you all.</p>

Hi Rosana. Congratulations on your weight loss. I don't get to the gym everyday but when I do, I do 30 minutes of cardio and 20-30 of either weights, ab exercises or lunges/squats. I need motivation some times too but once I'm there I feel so great. And even once I didn't recognize the girl in the mirror! Hang in there and stay positive. 72 lbs is great. Keep up the great work!

Hi y'all. I wanted to update my progress. On Monday I became Overweight. I am no longer considered obese. I started at obese class III. I'm down 63 lbs. since pre-op; surgery 11/08. How is everyone doing??

Dr. E Ortiz! Through a lighter me April 15th I'm pumped!

Cassandra, I had surgery with Dr. Ortiz on Nov 8. I had a great experience with him, the nurses. Abraham, all of the folks at A Lighter Me! My hospital stay was uneventful and I've healed nicely. I wish you the best of luck in your recovery, weight loss journey and the road to your new life!

Thank you all for replying. All possible explanations make sense.

Has anyone noticed unexplained bruising? I will be 4 months out this Friday and started noticing unexplained bruises on my arms about 2-3 weeks ago. I plan to email my doctor to see if I could be lacking something but wanted to check with y'all as well.

I was taking 5,000 mcg until about two weeks ago. I started taking 10,000 mcg then. I had VSG on 11/08/2013. Not sure yet if it's helping but I've noticed Hair loss recently so I'm hoping it helps.

You guys don't know how encouraging this thread is! I was really beating myself up thinking I was a slow loser until I read everyone else's progress. I feel like I'm normal now! Down 46lbs. Preop weight 208 sw 200 cw 162. Surgery was 11/6/13 and I'm 5'2".

You're doing great! We all are! A loss is a loss, no matter how fast or slow. It's progress. Keep up the great work.

AMAZING!! Keep it up Yoly!!

Thank you so much Yoly! How are you doing?

I had a victory yesterday. My surgery was Nov 8. I lost 10 lbs pre-op and as of yesterday I lost an additional 40lb so I'm at 50 lb total weight loss. I'm proud to say I weigh LESS than what my drivers license says. Everyone, keep up the great work!!

<p>Slow loser here......</p> <p> </p> <p>Start 252 October 24, 2013</p> <p>Surgery Day 242 November 7, 2013</p> <p>Current Weigh 217 January 15, 2014</p> <p> </p> <p>Down 35 pounds.</p>

Hey! Nice to see you. You're doing great on the weight loss. Keep it up. How's your Mom doing?

This is my first time commenting so glad I found this thread! I feel like my weight loss is going slow. ..I guess it's really not though Hw 349 Sw 327 surg.wt 290 current wt 253... that's 74lbs since starting this journey (including 6 month pre-op diet)and 37 lbs since surgery... being only 7 weeks out and putting it down like this makes me see the progress I have made. .. but why don't I see the weight loss? (Even though I am fitting into my previous "skinny" jeans) That's about the only thing driving me crazy right now!

Great job!! Keep it up.

Everyone's progress is so great! I'm at 9 weeks tomorrow and am down 30 lbs post op. I'm eating very little still, trying to get in my Protein and Water daily. I'd also love some recipe ideas!

I'm so happy to hear everyone's progress. I am surprised how quickly time is flying. I too struggle with my Water intake and getting in enough calories and Protein but every day is a new beginning. I had surgery Nov 8. My HW was 232, SW was 222, CW is 198. Losing slowly but I'm losing and that's what counts. I hope to hear more success stories. Good luck y'all!

<p>I forgot Im down 24 pounds!!!</p>

Great news! Congratulations on the great weight loss!

Debwin, how are you doing post surgery?

I second what Bob said!!

Glad to hear you're doing well Yoly. Now let's get this weight loss started!!!

I had surgery 2 days ago with Dr. Elias Ortiz. I'm still at Mi Doctor, leaving for the Marriott later today. Dr. Ortiz and his staff have been amazing. The hospital is clean and everyone is very friendly and attentive.

That was for Shungsleeve, This is what Happens when I'm posting at 5a!

Btw, I had surgery with Dr. Elias Ortiz, on Friday Nov 8. I've have a great experience so far.

Hi OregonDaisy. I didn't come to Mexico alone (I'm here now) but you meet so many people and the staff take good care of you. I think you be fine. Good luck!

I am so excited!! Tomorrow I start my 2 week pre-op diet!!!!

Good luck Linda. I hope the pre-op isn't too bad for you. Keep your eye on the prize and you'll be good. Keep us posted on your surgery and recovery.

Hi Yoly. How are you feeling? I'm feeling good, minor pain and gas. Let me know how everything went when you get a chance. -Jennifer