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Hello, I am considering sleeve surgery in Mexico and Im looking for feedback from other individuals whom have traveled for their surgery.

I will be traveling home to Canada following Surgery in Tijuana on a direct flight that will take about 3 1/2 hours, 4 days post op. Those who have done it, how tolerable is the flight? Is a wheelchair needed in the terminal? Any special supplies recommended to make the flight more comfortable? If we end up switching flights to having one with a layover, is that ok, or too much?

Thanks guys!

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Hoping for the 15th at the OCC in Mexico [emoji3][emoji3]

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4 hours ago, Berry78 said:

I also went on vacation 3 months postop, and it was perfect! I was able to hike up a (LITTLE) mountain, and keep going for about 5 miles. I felt as strong as I was preop.. but that took the whole 3 months getting there. 8 weeks postop would have been a different story.

So.. barring complications... I expect you'll be fine

Once Caveat.. blood clots are a risk for the first 6 months postop, so please take precautions during extensive travel by car or plane. (Movement, compression stockings, etc.).

Thank you for your feedback!

Hello everyone! I am set to have surgery August 15th (eeep!!) and although I am incredibly excited, I am also extremely nervous like a lot of you are (were) well.

My question is about travel after surgery. I will be traveling immediately after surgery as I am a self pay patient from Canada and will be having the procedure in Mexico, however we also have a family trip booked to Disneyland almost exactly 3 months post-op as well. My question is, do you veterans think this trip is doable physically? I am fully prepared to pack my own shakes, Snacks and replacement items to eat at the park, but I am wondering if I can expect to feel physically well enough to tackle the park?

I am quite active now, averaging about 10k steps a day on my fit bit, but I have no idea what our bodies are like post-op.

Any insight would help. Thanks!!

Also, if someone recommends renting a scooter, you become my favorite. Lol.

How are you doing now? Warm Water helping?

On 2/24/2017 at 5:59 AM, happyaslarry said:

Hi all
I had a BMI of 32. 20 weeks post surgery and have lost all the weight and hit goal today. I weighed in at 87kilos and now 55kilos. First time I've let anyone know that! I had prior health issues and now I don't. Dont regret a thing. Its a process and now I need to maintain and not lose anymore - ****, didn't think I'd ever say that!

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Wow!! Thats incredible! Did you use the meal plan the clinic gave you? Do you min sharing? My stats are almost identical and I have surgery coming up in a month. I'd love to see success as quickly as you, way to go!

On 4/12/2017 at 0:30 PM, k-athy said:

Did you have to go for a consultation first?

Was this at ALM clinic? Can you share your experiences? Thanks

On 4/9/2017 at 9:42 AM, BigDaddy13 said:

I will be using Dr. Elias Ortiz at ALM. My surgery is scheduled May 8

Hi! Was this at ALM clinic? I am considering booking there in late August and would love to hear your experience! Thanks in advance

Thank you Dixie02

I have also heard to bring extra dressings, gauze and tape as supplies can be limited. I am looking to schedule for August 21st and I will be bringing a stash

I'm considering booking with Dr Ortiz with ALM in August. Any input? He seems to be very highly rated also

August 22nd with Dr Ortiz!! Eeeep!!