Why was I just informed that Louise is no longer with the hospital. This has caused upset because its already risky going out of country to have a surgery but when the coordinator or liaison you've been working with and gained trust in disappears from the company immediately before you surgery you might just freak out as if you didn't have enough to think about. Ughhh. Trying to keep calm and praying this isn't an sign from God to reconsider. This is the worst possible timing 30 days till I'm to be sleeved...any thoughts?

Really..? She just email me last Thursday because I change my surgery date. When did she leave.?

I emailed Louise earlier today and got a response from Melissa, who told me that Louise is no longer with the company and that she is taking over her cases (at least mine). She also noted that she (Melissa) has been there for about 10 years. I don't really take it to mean anything of consequence. I think it will be fine.

Well hopefully we will be good.. I will get my sleeve on August.10 anybody else.???

It will be fine. I was just sleeved on June 7th and Louise was gone. Melissa and her daughter Heather are very good. I am very happy with Dr. Almanza. I am planning to go back next year to have some plastics done with Dr Lara. I am10 days post- op today and I feel very good. I am down 16 pounds from my surgery date. Good luck to all of you. You won't regret your decision of going with Dr. Almanza. Message me if you have any questions.

Thank u I feel a little more better.. I am really nervous bc I'm going to be by myself.. its nice to hear u doing good..can't wait for my surgery...

You will be fine going by yourself. I went with my hubby, but the ladies that went by themselves and stayed are the recovery house were very happy with the service.

Thank you lovingmeforever now I know I will be fine.. I can't wait to start my journey

Yes thank you! I'm July 7th and ready for my rebirth! Will contact you with any questions. Keep us posted and Congrats on your new journey!

I am scheduled for surgery on July 7th as well. I also spoke with Melussa and everything seems ok, Im just getting kind of nervous since the date is getting so close.

My friend had a VSG at Jerusalem Hospital in Feb 2012. She spoke very highly of Louise and I was also concerned when I noticed that she was no longer listed on the site. I had emailed her back in May to schedule the surgery for June or July but weeks went by with no reply so I dropped the issue. I emailed Melissa a few days ago and she responded first thing the next morning and got the ball rolling! I am looking forward to surgery in November if possible! All that's left is to secure the date and dream about my new life that awaits! I'm new to this sight so if any of you can keep me updated on your progress and experiences that would be great!

Will do sweet...tweety yay! Now I'm releaved I couldn't find anyone else at Jerusalem on July 7! See ya there

Will do sweet...tweety yay! Now I'm releaved I couldn't find anyone else at Jerusalem on July 7! See ya there

where are you from? Im from Houston, getting kind of anxious now, wish it would be over and done with.