Patricia Tate Johnson

Good luck to you too!

@@LeeBee17 I too am 5'4" inches and am scheduled for VSG on August 4. I chose the VSG because even though it is permanent, it does not involve rearranging the intestines. Another reason I chose it is because my current weight is 244 and 100 lbs is about all I need/want to lose and much of the research I did stated that this is line with VSG results.

Thank you for your post-I really appreciate it! Full disclosure, I am scheduled for surgery in Puerta Vallerta in August of this year and have (and continue) to research the facility and doctor. I am comfortable with my choice and am looking forward to my visit. I read a recent post about a particular individual's Mexico experience and I absolutely agonized about whether to respond or not. I decided against responding, because I didn't want to seem as if I was "attacking" the person or belittling her experience if I asked questions or expressed my viewpoint. What happended to this indivdual happened to her and while of course, I have questions and would like additional facts, I think it is important to try to understand her situation without making assumptions or passing judgement. In an open forum such as this it is dangerous to post generalizations/ambigious details about specific situations so I try to read and respond at "face value". The decision to undergo WLS is not one that I believe is reached easily by any of us; for many us, deciding to seek care outside of the United States adds another layer to the decision making processing. In order to be well informed, I believe that I need to hear both successful and nonsuccessful experiences, but with that in mind I also need to remember that each of us is a unique individual with our own set of circustances and one person's journey may not be my journey.

Love both dresses; congratulations on your success!

Sending happy thoughts your way; can't wait to hear how you're doing once you're on the other side!

Thanks for the information! I'm scheduled for August 4 with Dr. Lopez in Puerta Vallerta and love reading about other's Mexican experiences.

Glad you heading home! The best is yet to come:-) What did you do to relieve the gas pain?

Congratulations on your success!

I chose Dr. Lopez in Puerto Vallerta. I've always wanted to visit Puerto Vallerta and after reseaching the doctor and the new hospital there, made the decision. I like that the facility is an actual hospital and has a dedicated bariatric surgical center. Dr. Lopez has performed a significant number of surgeries and seems to be well versed in his craft. This site, http://www.mexicobariatriccenter.com/., as well as his personal site provided information on his credentials.

@@rleesloan thanks for the post. I'm scheduled with Dr. Lopez in August in a Puerto Vallarta and I enjoy reading reviews of him and his team. Continued success on your journey!

@Vixynne~~~ I am sooo stealing "hot jolly toss!"

Congratulations!

First off, congratulations on your success!!! My surgery is scheduled for August 4 and I have told people that I am planning to do it. While, not the most "public" of a person, I don't mind sharing this piece of news. Most of the folks I've told have seen me struggle through my weight issues and many diet plans. I share with them that I didn't come to this decision lightly and feel that long term it is the best option for me.I figure this time they will get to witness my success. Now, I believe that we can't and shouldn't share with everybody (Negative Nellies and Badmouth Billies). That said, we can't control nor are we responsible for other's reactions and thoughts, if you find someone you want to share with and feel comfortable doing so, I say go for it. It can help someone to know your journey.

Congratulations! Thanks for sharing your pictures!

Hurray You!!!

Thanks for the information! I love to juice and I was wondering how I could continue after surgery because I'm concerned about getting in enough protein.

Sending happy, healing thoughts your way!

Commitment + Dedication + Hard work = YOU (FABULOUS)!

Thanks for sharing that you are doing well; continued success!

One word----MOTIVATION

My surgery is scheduled for August 4th and I have told people on my job about my decision. I am comforable with my choice and resolute so no one's ideas/comments are going to affect my decision. I do understand that it is a personal decison and not everyone will want to share such personal information, nor should they feel they have to. My coworkers have seen me struggle with my weight through all of my dieting attempts (Optifast, Nutrisystem, Proti Diet, etc); after August, they'll get to see me succeed with my sleeve surgery.

Hope all goes well; will be sending happy, healing thoughts your way!

Sending you both happy, healing, positive thoughts!

Good luck!

I'm scheduled for August 4th with Dr. Lopez in Puerto Vallarta. I'm fortunate that a girlfriend is going with me. Where is Dr. Ortiz located?