It's Allgood

I am 3 weeks with Elias Ortiz. I found him to be personable, knowledgable, and skilled. His staff are good and I never had to ask for anything----they anticipated my needs. Do your research and know I felt comfortable putting my life in his hands. Good luck!

Add me. Name is. ItsAllgood51. I post daily.

Lexie, my surgery was 2 weeks ago and it is sinking in that I am sleeved, I am losing weight, and I will see improvement in my diabetes and high blood pressure. When I stop to think about that I want to do a wahoo! We're at the beginning of more normal weight and health! Congrats to both of us!

If you can eat eggs, why the ban on protein drinks? Without the protein drinks like Isopure, I would be hurting. Good luck!

I am 2 weeks out and I have lost about 7 pounds. I am not expecting to lose weight quickly. I am 4'11", started with a low BMI, and I have hypothyroidism. If I can lose about 8 pounds a month, I will be a happy camper.

I, too, went with Dr. Elias Ortiz at A Lighter Me. The whole experience went very well and I am 2 weeks post surgery. I have had no problems such as pain, nausea, trouble swallowing. I recommend these guys. A Lighter Me also has a post surgery consultant for questions and advice.

i did a two week liquid diet which included shakes, isopure rtf, and any other low to no cal beverge w/o no carbonation. I did muscle milk, powdered shakes, and isopure. After 2 days, you are not hungry and you know you can do it!

I am sure that brought a smile to your face! You're looking pretty slim!

I think we are live now.

My doc it Elias Ortiz.

Mine is October 13 as well! I am really ready to get this done!

I have started the pre-op diet. I "lost" 2 pounds of water weight yesterday -would be nice if it all would be that easy. I am excited to actually be doing something to be ready and not just waiting. I'm not very concerned about the surgery itself so no cold feet (yet). Mostly happy it is almost here. Good luck to,you!

As of tomorrow, I will be two weeks away from having my sleeve done. Like most of us at our ages, I had surgeries before so I am not afraid of pain, discomfort, etc. I am excited to be having it and wish I had known about surgery in Mexico a few years ago. I am 63, healthy, 4' 11", and 165 lbs. insurance will not cover it because I am not big enough and they say having it done for the complications (T2D, HBP) is still considered experimental unless I weigh about 200 lbs. So, Mexico, here I come! I hope our little older support group will continue to go. I appreciate coming here knowing we all understand our aging bodies. Thank you for being here! :-)

My surgeon is Elias Ortiz through A Lighter Me. Who is yours?

It sounds delicious and very good for you. I am going to go to my meat market, get some bones, and make some bone broth to have after my sleeve. Thanks for sharing!

I am pre-op, but will change that on 9/13! I hate the fight with long sleeves! I usually roll the up to mid-forearm. I also hate the length of the shirts themselves. Some are close to my knees. Thank you for setting up the link.

Fezik23 --- I made the first post on Over 55. I will work with you to build that as a good support group. I, too, am looking for a relatively stable group. Jane

Remember that a dream is just a dream that sometimes reflects our inner fears. They don't come true. Also depression can cause dreams that are moribund. I am sorry you cannot use the SSRIs, but exercise is a potent antidepressant. It gets the good hormones going. I experience depression and it is no fun and everything feels like a big deal to do. Hang in and it will remit.

Good decision to get the MSN and, for those of you getting the NP. With the affordable care act, you will be in high demand over the next 5 to 10 years. As for being a "retired" professor, we don't retire, we just die in the classroom. )

Celexa for serotonin , Wellbutrin for dopamine. Both work well alone and better together.

Cody'sMom -- I will be looking for the ball cap! I have short hair.

NaturalBabe. -- I will be looking! Glad to know we will cross paths.

Cody's Mom and Naturalbabe --- I will be in TJ for surgery on Sept 13 with Dr. Elias Ortiz. Cody's Mom, we should cross paths since we're using the same doc. Like you, I am short, have brown hair, and I am 63. If you think you see me, as if it is me. My name is Jane. Would love to meet you.

I have been distressed about my weight for years. Was denied by my insurance and then learned about Mexico. I have a date of 9/13 and I couldn't be happier.

Count me in!