I was on you tube...watching before and after videos...and saw one ...pf that of a 12yr old..that had gadtric sleeve..so sad that.society.....puts such a great deal to be thin.....so sad.....

It is sad that it happened to such a young child, but the parents have some fault in that too. Why didn't they teach the child proper nutrition?

I just cant believe a dr..would say yes..go to you tube..look it up..sad

It was the doctors cousin.

Was it dr. Alvarez niece? It's not all about being thin, it's about health, finding clothes that fit, etc.

Its just trippy how young is too young..my daughter is 12... 5"6 ...160......would we do this for her....shes in kick boxing and softball.......maybe at 18 ..but not now

It could be...I can't remember whether niece or cousin. Yes on Dr. Alvarez. I totally agree with you, its about health.

I have a daughter who is 12, 5'7, 210. No I would not consider her getting the surgery. I can help her but not until I help myself. She is the reason for my surgery decision. Family health!

Me...too D.....once i lose weight my daughter gonna do bootcamp...shes going to be my partner in crime....she will be helping mw and i her......crossing fingers she grows out of baby fat.....

It's not all about being thin, it's about health, finding clothes that fit, etc.

I totally agree, it's about health.

I agree! Obviously I put her in the position she is in due to my improper habits. Now it is up to me to make it right. Fixing me fixes her