I am scheduled for VSG with Dr. Alberto Aceves on 3/11. I have a few questions for those of you who had surgery with him.

1. How much money should my husband expect to bring/carry with him for basic meals at the hospital, prescriptions, etc.

2. If I were to experience any minor complications or trouble with eating/post-op diet when I get back home during recovery... Is there a way to contact Dr. Aceves, or anyone else there that I can keep in touch with and help talk me through any concerns?

3. Will Dr. Aceves let me know what post-op bloodwork that I will need my PCP to check on during my first year out?

Thanks! Getting excited and nervous!!

I would also like to add that I got an email from Gabby last week that they disected my stomach that was removed and found that I have a bad bacteria in my stomach that needs to be treated. I have been going to the Dr. for years with stomach aches and they never find anything wrong. They sent me a picture of my stomach and the picture of the bacteria with a full write up for me to bring to my doctor.

THat kind of service is well worth paying the extra money for.

I am down 33 lbs at 3 weeks!!!!

Hi James!!! Gaby told me I have H Pylori too!! What are you going to do? She said wait 3 months and go get the antibiotic cocktail mix.

Michelle

Hi everyone, that stupid bacteria is causing gastritis for me which is PAINFUL. I've already finished the antibiotics Dr. Aceves prescribed but they dont seem to have worked, I'll have to drive out and see him probably next week. Anyways my pain started around 5 months out from surgery just an FYI if you feel a painful burning sensation right in your gut (might include backache) go to your Dr. Immediately the pain really hurts.

I had my surgery with Dr Aceves back in September 2012. Great surgeon, great care and great everything. It was and still is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I am certain I spent way over his surgery fee in fad diets, diet pills , programs etc over the years of trying to lose weight. I only wish it had been available to do many years ago. But better late then never. I certain you will be pleased with your decision. Take it one day at a time and I hope and pray you encounter no problems and are as thrilled with your results as I am. Good luck tomorrow and all those embarking on their weight loss journeys in the future! ????