cookie49
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cookie49 got a reaction from smyleetn in December Sleeve
Thanks you were right Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App
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cookie49 reacted to smyleetn in December Sleeve
@@cookie49 you'll be fine --- short term pain long term gain. Good luck
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cookie49 got a reaction from smyleetn in December Sleeve
My surgery is this morning I'm scared and excited but the fear is the strongest. Please my bariatric family pray for me!
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cookie49 got a reaction from smyleetn in December Sleeve
My surgery is this morning I'm scared and excited but the fear is the strongest. Please my bariatric family pray for me!
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cookie49 got a reaction from smyleetn in December Sleeve
My surgery is this morning I'm scared and excited but the fear is the strongest. Please my bariatric family pray for me!
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cookie49 got a reaction from vsg4kristin in Anyone getting Sleeved in December
I'm new to this group but have found it very helpful in making my decision to get the sleeve. My insurance excluded wls so I am a self pay I am going to Mexico my date is Dec 12th I'm excited but at the same time scared. I would appreciate any advice.
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cookie49 reacted to JamieLogical in Researching doctors in Mexico
I did go with OCC. There were a couple of major factors in my decision. First was Dr. Ortiz' reputation. He is internationally respected, so that boded well.
I also preferred to have my surgery in a surgical center versus a hospital. Some people prefer hospitals because they have emergency services on site, but I prefer surgical centers because of the lower risk of infection. If you do go with a hospital in TJ, make sure it is a real hospital with a real ICU. Many "hospitals" there are little more than surgical centers themselves.
Another big factor for me was the follow-up support OCC provides. They have a nutritionist available to answer any and all questions, day or night, as well as several doctors on staff who can answer questions about medications, complications, and address any other medical concerns. Plus they continue to follow-up with me via email almost 2 years post-op now!
Finally, I had read many many personal accounts from past patients and that made me feel very confident in my decision.
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cookie49 reacted to MemphisWLS in Researching doctors in Mexico
@@JamieLogical, did you use OCC. I have been researching Mexico and Dr. Ariel Ortiz, I like him and his facility a lot. Any tips why you chose him?
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