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The BIG Book on the Gastric Sleeve!

Alex Brecher

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HiHoSleever    20

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I have been wanting to listen to this book on Audible.. however, the narrators for the book are awful. It sounds like a robot (for both the female and male voice). It would be nice if the author himself would read the book so that it's more personal and less like we're listening to an automated system from T-Mobile for many hours in the car.

I listened to the sample and it's not too horrid. Plus, you can listen at 1.25x speed (or faster), which is what I usually do on books like this.

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Rebaslp    5

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This is a great book for people who want to know everything about the sleeve. It takes you all the way through the process. It is a long book so allow yourself time to get through it, but it is well worth it.

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FabFatFish    13

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I am so glad I am not the only person who felt that way. After listening to a sample, I decided not to make the purchase. I enjoy informative audiobooks for long walks, this definitely won't be one that I purchase from Audible.

I have been wanting to listen to this book on Audible.. however, the narrators for the book are awful. It sounds like a robot (for both the female and male voice). It would be nice if the author himself would read the book so that it's more personal and less like we're listening to an automated system from T-Mobile for many hours in the car.

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okiegirl1980    73

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Is there an updated version?

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Alex Brecher    10,498

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Is there an updated version?

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Nope, sorry. Has there been an update to the Gastric Sleeve procedure I'm not aware of? ????

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okiegirl1980    73

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Nice.... Just wondering if you had revised or added info.

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deirdredove    9

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I'm on my second time through your book on Audible. PDF info is in a binder. I keep playing, listening, downloading the info to my brain. Listen and learn! Great tools! Thank you!

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luvyD70    2

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A very good book, informative and easy to read . I am using this guide through my journey. Forever grateful!

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baribabe72    33

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I found out about the book before the web site. It has been a big help for me in my research. The only complaint I have is typos in the book. I saw at least three before halfway though. I know that sounds lame, but I notice stuff like that.

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Alex Brecher    10,498

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I found out about the book before the web site. It has been a big help for me in my research. The only complaint I have is typos in the book. I saw at least three before halfway though. I know that sounds lame, but I notice stuff like that.

They make me insane too! We really need to update it one of these days, thanks.

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ttdish    315

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I found out about the book before the web site. It has been a big help for me in my research. The only complaint I have is typos in the book. I saw at least three before halfway though. I know that sounds lame, but I notice stuff like that.

That drove me nuts too. And even a wrong image (RNY labeled as sleeve). For me the frequent typos/grammatical issues made it nearly unreadable because they bothered me so much (totally my issue, it's not actually unreadable). It's really too bad, because it's good information, but they sorely need a new editor.

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okiegirl1980    73

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Is there an updated version?

Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Nope, sorry. Has there been an update to the Gastric Sleeve procedure I'm not aware of?

Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I found out about the book before the web site. It has been a big help for me in my research. The only complaint I have is typos in the book. I saw at least three before halfway though. I know that sounds lame, but I notice stuff like that.

They make me insane too! We really need to update it one of these days, thanks.

Update...revision didn't know sleeve had changed...

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deirdredove    9

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I'm listening to the Audible version. Loving it!

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Butterflywarrior    241

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I have the sleeve one for my tablet which is what led me to this site. I love the book and find its helping me prepare to be sleeved next month.

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