Good evening fellow travelers. Since I haven't seen a group posting for February/March 2015 I thought I'd start one. I am interested in who you chose and where you're having your surgery. I have not set a date yet, but I will be talking with Katy Floyd (from A Lighter Me) on Monday to discuss setting a date and answering some of my questions. I am 49 years old (going to be a healthier 50's and beyond) man. I am a nurse,working in an ICU, and have been working nights for the majority of the past 27 years. I have decided on Dr Elias Ortiz, with A Lighter Me, in Tijuana, Mexico. I hope to share more of my story in the future.

Im scheduled through ALM with Dr. Elias Ortiz on Feb 25. So excited! I have been working with Janese for all my scheduling and she has been absolutely great to work with.

I'm scheduled for Feb 25/15 with Dr.Curiel through ALM.katy has been great! Excited but so nervous!

Hi #mdlange,

I wish you all the best. So excited for you!!!!! I can't wait to hear your play-by-play on things. I'm a few weeks after you at Vida as well with Dr. Lopez. I'm like a kid on her way to the toy store ... just giddy!

I am having VSG done by Dr. Lopez this Wednesday morning. YIKES! I am going to the Vida hospital. I promise to give you a play by play as soon as I can type. These forums/friends have been a life saver for me and I am ready to be on the other side and help my fellow VSG'ers thru the process.

Congrats on the upcoming surgery date. Wishing you all the best in the entire experience. Drop a line or two to let us know how you're doing.

Hi
I'm also heading to Mexico . Feb 5th is my surgery with Dr. Ariel Ortiz

Hi Katyh2015,

So glad for you. The journey has begun. I'm sure it feels super good to see things moving in the direction you want. I'm scheduled on March 4th at Vida Hospital with Dr. Lopez. Let me know where you're staying as we might be in the same hotel around the same time.

Hi all I just paid my deposit with MTC. Getting sleeved with Dr. Cabrera Garcia on March 3rd in TJ.

Sooooo excited for you!!!!! Thanks for starting this forum as it is extremely helpful to hear other's stories and experiences. Hoping we continue to hear great things and build a great network here.

I am getting excited. I just got off the phone with Katy, from A Lighter Me and booked my surgery to March 2.

#SleevedNFree I am having my surgery at Florence hospital or Oasis something it's called. 2 nights in the hospital and 1 in their hotel.

@@katyh2015 My surgery is going to be in Tijuana, Mexico. It is going to cost $4400. I get one night in the hospital pre-op, two nights in the hospital and two additional nights in a hotel for recovery before I fly back to Texas. I have already sampled some Protein drinks... any help or personal suggestions are welcomed. Since we are on the subject, what kind of bullion/broth is everyone trying???

@@defibvt when are you thinking of scheduling?

I am scheduled for March 2 by Dr Elias Ortiz in Tijuana Mexico

@@defibvt and @@SleevedNFree we are March 2-3-4!

I know - so exciting. We are in countdown mode. I'm T-30 days now and counting. Let's make these next few weeks explosive in knowledge and preparation. Let's stay positive and make sure those around you are supportive. I look forward to hearing more from the March pack and others as well.

@@defibvt and @@SleevedNFree we are March 2-3-4!

I will be staying at the Marriott in Tijuana the nights of March 1 and March 4th and 5th. Would be great to compare our successful surgeries and provided support as well! Yes excited here as well @@SleevedNFree

I am officially booked for my VSG on March 17th with BeLite Weight. I am so excited and focused on this weight loss journey.

@@defibvt our stays will certainly overlap. I'm at the Marriott in Tijuana as well - March 3rd and March 6th - March 7th. Either way, let's make sure we stay in touch.

I will be staying at the Marriott in Tijuana the nights of March 1 and March 4th and 5th. Would be great to compare our successful surgeries and provided support as well! Yes excited here as well @@SleevedNFree