solea78

Hi everyone, Im from Fort Saskatchewan (just outside of Edmonton) & hadVSG surgery in Mexico with dr. Ponce de leon last Monday...would love to meet others whove gone through the process

I had my surgery 2 days ago in Tijuana with dr. Ponce de leon. It all went very fast. I got to the hospital at around 12:30 pm, the staff took me up to my room and told me to get changed. A nurse came in and put in my IV, then I had bloodwork done and a quick ekg...about 5 minutes later they wheeled me up to the OR and I walked in, met the "medicine man", & then I was out. To be honest I havent had any terrible pain, but my stomach is tender...hot Water bottle has helped. I did travel on my own and its been fine, but there have been a couple times where I wish my spouse had been with me, but I do realize that he wouldnt be able to do anything for me other than just be there for company...if that makes sense. The Doctors and nurses at INT hospital were very attentive and were always checking up on me. I would definately try to learn a few key words of spanish or bring a phone with google translate on it with you so that you can communicate your needs better if you dont speak any spanish at all. As for two days out...Im not comfortable, but Im not in pain either...Im sure everyday will get better. Worst part for me (outside of having my iv veigns collapse 4 times - yep...4 times ...I have deep little veigns) was having my drain taken out...blech (be prepared...but know its only momentary). I havent had any naseau and like I said, gas pains are tollerable for me). Good luck! Youll do just fine!!!

...it's hard. That is all. (Im on my first day...I shouldnt be complaining...sucking it up now.) Thanks for allowing me to bitch.

Sorry...I completely didnt see that this was directed to reereeoc...and replied. Oops! Good luck on Monday!

I hope Im ready!! Getting excited for sure....still nervous a bit. Im definately going to be adding some metamucil into my drinks tomorrow though...lol (tmi?)

Im finding it much easier as the days go by....Thank Freakin God!!!!

Im now on my 4th pre-op day and doing just fine...I have 4 protein drinks and then just drink as much water or decaf tea as I want. Day 2 was the hardest for me, but yesterday went great! Im down 10 pounds already since Saturday...man my liver must be lovin me!

Wednesday! Thats not too far off...you can do it!!

Its coming up sooo fast! I cheated yesterday by having a couple of bites of pulled pork and absolutely hated myself for it! Its so tough not "eating" & having to still prepare meals for the family. Anyways, Its out of my system now and Im good to go! We can do this! Have any of you picked up any books on weight loss surgery? I know that Im going to have to work on my head to overcome my past eating problems.

Im just doing 4 Protein Shakes a day and am just drinking as much Water or tea as I can in a day to help curb my appetite. Today I picked up this loose tea from DavidsTea (not sure if u have one where you are), but its called "forever nuts" and OMG!!! this will get me through any craving...its seriously like an apple crumble in a cup..but with a nutty flavor...so very delicious for being zero calories and decaffinated. I guess just really going from one day to the next is the best way to go

Im also on Feb 10th and pretty nervous but excited. I think the biggest battle I will have is overcoming my addiction with food...its been there my whole life. I guess too, the fact that Im having my surgery in Mexico and that Im travelling alone has me freaked out just a bit

Yes. I was able to find everything except a chewable Multivitamin at Costco. Im drinking the premier shakes that they have there and bought sone flavorless Protein (I opted for premier brand Harmonized Protein). In the last 7 days Ive already lost almost 10 pounds...but...Im STARVING! lol

Thanks everyone! You all make me not want to shove food into my cheeks right now! Lol. Im hoping today will be a much better day. Ive also discovered that decaf tea is my new best friend! (& that I can find almost any flavor to curb my cravings...today Im buying hazelnut chocolate!)

Im the same day as well! Good luck!

I'm from Las Vegas, NV. It's a much closer jaunt for me, so I plan on driving down to San Diego with my husband. I can't believe that it's only a little over 4 weeks for me. Have you gotten his pre-op instructions yet? Melissa Hey Melissa, Yes I have the pre op and post op diets, but I wonder if theyre slightly different with the different coordinators?

Smart phone not so smart...sorry for all the typos.

I am on myfitnesspal as solea78. Ive bought Centrum chewable multi Vitamins, chewable Calcium + Vitamin D and dissolveable B12. Ive also started taking Vitamin C as we have this terrible strain of the flu and some H1N1 in our province right now...the last thing I need is to get sick now! As for Protein shakes I think the best Ive found si far are at costco. They are mixed drinks @160 cal, but they have very little fat and sugar and are 30g of protein. Cheap too. I plan on buying a high quality flavorless Protein powder to eventually stick in all my blended crap food that Ill be drinking over the next 2 .5 minths...lol. I swear I hate that I let mysekf get to this point somedays-but Im very excited about my second chance at a healthylife.

I am also scheduled for surgery on Feb 10! Please feel free to keep in touch

Hi Melissa! I decided to go with the Canadian coordinator for my surgery. Im sooo nervous, but excited too. Where abouts ate you from? You can send me a private message if you like

Hi Solea78, I am also going with Dr. Ponce. I've heard many good things about him, and his coordinator Trish is awesome!! I'll be out there on the 27th. I hope to hear how your experience goes. Melissa

I have decided to see dr. Ponce de leon for my Sleeve Surgery on February 10th. I sure hope I made the right choice!!!?