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Had Surgery With Dr. Kelly On July 11Th



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I was sleeved with Dr. Kelly in Mexico on July 11th. Everything went well and I am very pleased with my experience. Dr. Kelly was wonderful, super friendly, answered any and all questions. And then there's Omar... I cannot say enough good things about him. He is phenomenal! He was there whenever I needed him and even when I didn't. Everything was arranged - from picking me up in the US, bringing me to the hospital, to the hotel, to dinner (broth only but the best broth ever!), shopping... Omar took care of it. I wonder if he ever sleeps?

Anyway, I'm a little sore today after the train ride from San Diego to Los Angeles but overall I feel great. I am so happy with my decision to go to Mexico and have surgery with Dr. Kelly.

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glad you had a good experience! :)

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Thank you. I'm going to Dr. Kelly on 8/3. I'm getting nervous. I have almost 8 hours of flying with layover each way. That makes me really nervous. But not to sure I would have wanted a train ride (if i had the option). Please keep updated.

Is there anything you wish you had taken with you and how much were you able to get out post-op?

Good luck

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Hi StillLooking -

I probably took more than I needed...

Be sure you use a rolling suitcase(s)! Also, get GasX strips. I couldn't find these at Target but found at the grocery store and I'm still using them.

I brought a robe for the hospital but ended up wearing two gowns which seemed easier. Just put the second one on backwards like a robe. Some people wear their own gown in the hospital, up to you. As far as anything I wish I'd taken, maybe more hair products, between the humidity by the beach and laying in the hospital bed, my hair was a mess! You may not have the same issue...

After the swallow test we were out alot. Out to dinner, shopping and sitting out by the pool so add sunscreen to your list. You will be amazed at how good you feel, especially once you get back into your own clothes. Be sure everything is loose fitting or has low waistbands. My incisions are just above so no real trouble with that.

Congrats on your decision to get the surgery! You'll be so happy once it's done!

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thank you Tamtamz. BTW - adorable picture :)

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Thanks! Can't wait to hear how your surgery went! Good luck!

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Hey cuz, glad everything went great! It's a wonderful experience! I checked on you with Omar a few times (once at 6am PST, oops!) and he replied in less than 5 minutes every time. I don't think he does sleep, lol.

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So great to hear it all went well. I'm scheduled with Kelly for 9/15. Can hardly wait!! Best wishes to you.

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It's comforting to hear success stories concerning Dr Kelly. Will be sleeved by him on August 31.

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I too love hearing stories about dr Kelly. I'm not scheduled until nov 17th... All about taking time off work. Can't wait to hear how everyone does!!

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I had my surgery with Dr K. on 6/11. Fown 32 pounds and feeling great! Dr. K and his entire staff were nothing short of amazing! I keep in touch w/ Omar weekly, and hope to go back with a friend in Feb/Mar. Cant wait to show off the new me to them, and have a follow up with Dr. Kelly. I honestly miss him and the others

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