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I have been a Lurker for a while and decided to come out.

I am finally taking the step and doing this. I have the same story that my insurance said No way so I found other options. After many nights of thought and conversation I have choose Dr Ponce de leon and knocking thus outta the park..I am doing it the first week of January

. Just waiting to hear from Trish on the actual date. I asked for first week I would do it sooner but I need the ta, break being self employed

I hope to comment and post often and become a part of this Fab group

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Welcome!

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I have been a Lurker for a while and decided to come out. I am finally taking the step and doing this.and knocking thus outta the park.

NEWBIE aka sarahr ;)

many people come to this site and lurk around for a bit - completely acceptable ^_^

good for you - taking the bull by the horns and proceeding w/WLS :)

hope you can arrange to have the sleeve ASAP

write here w/questions and answers as often as you like

WELCOME :)

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Welcome!

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Welcome to the WLS Club. I am scheduled with Dr. Ponce for Dec. 17th. I cannot wait. Will surely keep you posted on the experience. Just got an actual time of surgery from Trish. Around 11-12 that day I will be on my way to a new life. I feel so lucky.

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Thank you every one. So kind.

Please do keep me informed! That would be amazing

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I had my surgery in Mexico by Dr. Lopez. The best decision I ever made... You won't regret it.

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Hi Sarahr,

Welcome to the forum! I had my surgery in Mexico. You have chosen an excellent surgeon. As you know, there's lots of support here.

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Welcome! Don't forget to pop over to postsurgery forum too. We can get really rowdy over there, so watch out!!!! :)

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