nursekimberly89

How much sooner could you get the sleeve done if you went to Mexico? To me, that would play a big key in the decision.

My mom's co-worker had lapband surgery in Mexico 7 years ago. For her follow up care, she contacted a local bariatric clinic in our area. It worked out pretty well for her. Maybe you should call some local ones in your area and see if they will work with you after you have your surgery.

Congrats!!! I am hoping in 2014 I leave the "Big Booty Judy" club too

Hi everyone! I'm still in my research phase, but I'm going to be attending a meeting on 1/2/14 at Shady Grove Adventist Hosp. I live in Bowie.

Hi everyone my name is Kimberly and I'm 24. I'm a recent college grad and new RN. I have struggled all my life with my weight and I have tried everything I can think of. In the end, I know my battle lies with portion control. When I was 19 I tried a popular weight loss medication (that I'm sure most of you have tried as well, so no name is needed lol) available only by a physician as well as b12 injections. After 8 months I had lost 65 lbs. But my blood pressure was through the roof, and I began suffering daily headaches. That was the lowest weight I can remember being (183). Even at 5'3'', that was still too much for my height. Since I stopped, all the weight came back and then some. I have dieted and exercised, but I have yet to go under 200 lbs. Last time I was weighed, I was 238. Which is why I am researching sleeve gastrectomy. Next thursday I am going to my first information session about it. The hospital system in which I will be working for has a bariatric program, and I am interested in hearing about this procedure.