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The BIG Book on the Gastric Sleeve!

Alex Brecher

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Scarpediem    30

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This book is a must read. Very informative. My coordinator now references the book to post and pre op patients as an excellent references for all stages of vsg? I highly recommend.

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Indigo1991    1,612

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Alex, loved the book, wish I had known about it pre-op. Clearly written in a calm tone, it should be given to every pre-sleever!

One observation - many books come with a "trouble shooting section". Whilst I am not advocating medical advice, perhaps a chapter on common post- op issues might be helpful covering things like Constipation, slimed etc?

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Alex Brecher    10,486

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Alex, loved the book, wish I had known about it pre-op. Clearly written in a calm tone, it should be given to every pre-sleever!

One observation - many books come with a "trouble shooting section". Whilst I am not advocating medical advice, perhaps a chapter on common post- op issues might be helpful covering things like Constipation, slimed etc?

Thanks for your feedback. It's greatly appreciated!!!

Since you purchased the book, you're well aware of it's size. I don't call it the BIG book for nothing :D I found it quite difficult to cover every single topic - in depth. Once I hit 450 pages I knew I was in big trouble.

I plan on releasing a book in the near future that addresses common post op issues. It's going to be called "Life after Weight Loss Surgery: Tips and Tricks for Losing Weight and Living Well" We also plan on adding areas to this web site with more info and answers to commonly asked pre and post op questions. Stay tuned......

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Indigo1991    1,612

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Alex, got mine on Kindle which always makes everything feel shorter :-)))

What you are talking about for the revise sounds great. As do the plans for this site too. Anything that makes info easier to find - especially when you are desperately looking for it - is very welcome.

Will keep an eye out for all this!

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Cupcake    801

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I just ordered this book as well as the sleeve one.

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Blue59#    4

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I read book filled with good helpful information :D

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mrsshmoo8289    5

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I've ordered both this one and the lap band one. I don't know which direction to go, so I want to thoroughly research both. In addition to these forums, those books looked like the best resources. Good to see some positive feedback.

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dsmith_rn    186

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I've read several books on the sleeve. I downloaded this one to my Kindle, and I have to say it is BY FAR the best book of them all. It is the most comprehensive and informative, very readable even for a "beginner." There is a lot of repetition in it, but that's not necessarily a bad thing! I would say if a person could only read one book before deciding on the sleeve, THIS IS IT.

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hopeful one    86

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I have purchased this book and It is well worth the money.

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swtpea637    33

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I just bought this book 3 days ago and I'm loving it .... it DOES explain A LOT!!!! It's truly a must read...I've even suggested to my counselor to pass on to other people who are having the sleeve done or even someone who is just considering the process...Thanks for the Book...It's just what I've been looking for

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Cupcake    801

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LOL I agree this was an excellent book and it was nice of you to share it with your group to help others.

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tbrous65    10

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Just got mine in yesterday. Can't wait to start reading it. 5 days till my sleeve.... so this is going to be a good book to understand my new life.

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Rerun4u2    1

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I purchased this book & found it very interesting and helpful in my journey to get sleeved. I'd recommend it for those getting sleeved and their family members so they can understand the process.

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Mich4351    4

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Thank you for this book! I read it cover to cover prior to my orientation/nutrition class with my surgery center. I was shocked at how many people in the room had no idea what the surgery entailed, which for me I found VERY frustrating! I kept asking myself....where is the room for the "educated" people? (LOL) Again, I wonder how many people self-select themselves out of the program as they have no idea what they're getting into. I am committed to being successful on this program and new way of life and I thank you for having this book available!

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