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Malaika    50

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I take Bariatric fusion Vitamins at present (chewables) - I haven't had my surgery yet, but I pre-ordered them back when I thought insurance would only pay for RNY. They're really good for incorporating everything in there, including zinc and Biotin, but I'm not a fan of the taste - taste like fruit flavored tums to me. Anyway, it calls for chewing 4 per day, but I'm only taking two, as I'm pre-op and I don't want to overload on Iron.

I do think it is incredibly important for those of us who have weight loss surgery, even VSG without the malabsorption, to get good Vitamins in.

But I might not get the Bariatric Fusion again - bleh! :)

Smart girl - I never even thought of that. I did buy some liquid vitamins; however Dr. A told me to wait until I'm on solid foods to start back with the vitamins.

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Eyfura    3

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Hey Kristopia, I know it is not the location, but I wanted to let you know that for the month of July Dr. Aceves is running a special and it is $8750 instead of $9500. This is only for July, but hey if you have the money now, why wait? I am one of Dr. Aceves past patients also, and soon my sister will be, I think he is the best, but I know alot of people say that about their surgeon. Best of luck with whomever you choose! I am sure you will do great! Your story rings true to so many on here, take care!

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Kristopia    0

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thanks Efura - I'd seen on another post that Dr. Aceves was running a July special. A problem with that is that I probably won't get my passport until the end of July, as I just ordered it last week and it's taking 6 to 8 weeks right now, according to the passport website *sigh* So I can't schedule a surgery in July until I know when I'm getting my passport.

ah well - and yeah, it's a great bargain - but hey, I'll get a few vacation days in a beautiful town before my surgery in PV, so it evens out :blush:

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Eyfura    3

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There are a few places that will do same day passports if you are leaving within 10 days, I know there is one in Seattle, WA. you can look and see if there is another by you.

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WASaBubbleButt    41

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thanks Efura - I'd seen on another post that Dr. Aceves was running a July special. A problem with that is that I probably won't get my passport until the end of July, as I just ordered it last week and it's taking 6 to 8 weeks right now, according to the passport website *sigh* So I can't schedule a surgery in July until I know when I'm getting my passport.

ah well - and yeah, it's a great bargain - but hey, I'll get a few vacation days in a beautiful town before my surgery in PV, so it evens out :blush:

You don't actually need a passport, for the month of July you need proof that you applied for a passport. Your receipt will do just fine as long as you are not flying. If you drive into Mexico the receipt for your passport is all you need.

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Eyfura    3

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You don't actually need a passport, for the month of July you need proof that you applied for a passport. Your receipt will do just fine as long as you are not flying. If you drive into Mexico the receipt for your passport is all you need.

I am pretty sure that changed in June. Now you need a passport or a passport card. Before June 1st you did not.

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WASaBubbleButt    41

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I am pretty sure that changed in June. Now you need a passport or a passport card. Before June 1st you did not.

No, my info is correct. I thought you had to have a passport too, you do not. You DO need to apply for one but for the month of July if you show proof that you have applied and ID, you can re-enter the US. They did this because they are so far behind on getting people their passports.

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skinnymommytobe    0

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thanks Efura - I'd seen on another post that Dr. Aceves was running a July special. A problem with that is that I probably won't get my passport until the end of July, as I just ordered it last week and it's taking 6 to 8 weeks right now, according to the passport website *sigh* So I can't schedule a surgery in July until I know when I'm getting my passport.

ah well - and yeah, it's a great bargain - but hey, I'll get a few vacation days in a beautiful town before my surgery in PV, so it evens out :blush:

fyi- I applied for my passport in mid may and had it in exactly 4 weeks. At the time I applied they were also saying 6-8 weekss.

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