The surgeon is trying to change my mind from the sleeve. he thinks I could have gerd because I have heartburn maybe 1-2x a month (due to what I ate) and a tums will cure it. I have my heart set on the sleeve, want the restriction and feel like too many people have failed and gained weight back with rny. What's your thoughts?

If they aren't willing to discuss it further, find another surgeon. I would not settle.

Hello! I also had gerd. My doctor actually encouraged me to have the sleeve. My heart was set for the band. I had surgery on Friday May 9th. During surgery they had to correct a hernia that was cause by my acid reflux. I'm happy so far with the sleeve. It is painful but I know that it will be all worth it at the end.
I would suggest you talk to another doctor.
Good luck!

I also am getting sleeve, and my doctor says I have hiatal hernia that he will fix as well. How did it go?

I also had reflux. You know why? Because I was fat. LOL

Cured that. Haha

Ok, seriously, getting a second opinion now is a must. Don't seek out someone with the same opinion as you, but just a valid medical opinion. Explain your concerns. It may be the same opinion as the fist surgeon, it may be different. Ask questions. The "whys" are important.