Hi, I arrived yesterday morning at 7:00 at Mi Doctor. Met ADNKEL30 and she was just walking around like nothing. I had to ask her if she had surgery? Yes she had the day before. All did all of my pre op testing. I meet with Dr. Garcia around noon. He told me about the procedure and answered all of my questions. I then meet the anethesiolgist (sp) He answer all of my questions and told me all what to expect, I was wheeled into the ER, and next thing I knew I was back in my room. I felt a little pain which was knocked out quickly with some pain meds. I went back to sleep and about midnight I was up walking. This morning, no pain,just soreness were the drain is at and my reflux is acting up. They gave me some anticids and I back to new. I think I have my drain test later this afternoon. MY battery is low. so I better sign off and charge it up,

Congrats and a speedy recovery to you!!! So happy to hear that all is going well. Keep us posted on your progress!

Congrats on being sleeved!

Congrats on joining the losers bench!

Wow you're on your way!! Im happy all went well. I wish you a speedy recovery!!

^{Congrats! i love Dr. Garcia and the anesthesiologist is dreamy! That drain was gross but I had minimal pain too. You did it!!!}

That would be walking around.....andkel30 Dr Garcia Rocks!!!!!! I didnt have pain no gas just the hiccups....im amazed how good it went....i dont feel hungry ive been sipping and wLking I even walked to the store......everyone there was so nice Karen was my nurse sweet girl the older lady cant remember her name but she was awesome Rosie and Melisa was great he has a good crew....i took a pic with him to

Glad to hear it all went so well! Here's to a speedy recovery!

Thank you all for your well wishes. This morning Saturday I left the hospital and I am now at the Marriott. The hotel is beautiful. The chicken broth is pretty tasty. Im feeling good for just having major surgery, The drain did not hurt when it was removed. That was a huge relief. I was just waiting to scream out and carry on. The coordinators give you a send off bag with gatorade,water,chap stick, glycerin swabs,antibiotics,spirometer and something for acid reflux and bandages. I really enjoyed having Dr, Garcia as my surgeon. For the 2 days I was there, he checked on me 3 or 4 times. And his Dr. assistant and internist were wonderful. The anathesologist (sp) was also great. I would use him again.

I am so glad it has turned out good so far. You are making me more excited for my surgery with dr Garcia in April. Keep us posted and wishing you continued good luck!!

Congrats on being sleeved, and Welcome to The Loser's Bench! Keep us posted on your recovery, we all want to know how you are doing!

Kathy D (alias Helen the Cat)

Congrats and a speedy recovery to you!!! So happy to hear that all is going well. Keep us posted on your progress!

Thank you for your well wishes. 4 days to your surgery, keep me posted on your recovery.

I am so glad it has turned out good so far. You are making me more excited for my surgery with dr Garcia in April. Keep us posted and wishing you continued good luck!!

I am so glad it has turned out good so far. You are making me more excited for my surgery with dr Garcia in April. Keep us posted and wishing you continued good luck!!

April is just around the corner. If you have any questions ask me and hopefully I can answer them. I know you will love Dr. Garcia.

Thank you for your well wishes. 4 days to your surgery, keep me posted on your recovery.

I'll keep you in the loop! Sooo nervous!

Congrats on being sleeved, and Welcome to The Loser's Bench! Keep us posted on your recovery, we all want to know how you are doing!

Kathy D (alias Helen the Cat)

Thank you for the welcome !!! I like your saying" This is something I did for ME, and I am SO glad I did.

Doing the SAME thing over and over again and expecting

Different results is the definition of Insanity. I

FINALLY did something DIFFERENT and I did it for ME!

"

I might have to borrow it sometimes

Congratulations to you! I am very glad to hear of your successful surgery! Hosital Mi Doctor and Dr. Garcia run a top notch professional operation and we are all very lucky to have found them!