Know anything about Dr Alvarez

[nan42 2]

I still fill up fast but can eat anything. I ate liquids two weeks then mush for a week this last week I feel back to normal

[selisejohnson 0]

just wondering how everyone is doing so far banded by dr a

[nan42 2]

I had a second fill yesterday total of 6cc in VG band that holds 10cc I feel the same a little fuller faster but that is all. Not loosing but not gaining.

How are you doing have you had a fill yet?

[southerngirltx 0]

Hi - I am new to the board and am in the process of getting approved to get banded.

I am very concerned about the placement of the port because I am so short. I am only 5'1" and I have a very short torso (but long legs, go figure..). I also have a very large chest. I am a 36F so I HAVE to wear an underwire bra or I look like a freak and I bounce around.

I am so concerned on where they will put my port. Where did Dr. Alvarez put your ports?

Thanks

J

[bard4fun 0]

I can't tell you how much it means to me to be able to read your stories and posts!! As, I am a neebie who lives in Texas and can drive there and trying to save the money ( Over Half Way). I nearly started to cry ( yes, men cry ) because, I want my life back and want to quit being a slave to food!! Everyone here is very brave and very helpful. How much was your Packages Less Air if you don' mind?

Bard

[nan42 2]

I have a low bmi and I can not feel my port it is right above my belly button.

[nan42 2]

7900 for Alverez that was for an Inmed band the Johnson and Johnson may be less

[nan42 2]

How are you doing with your band? I am getting another fill this weekend that will be 9cc total for me I am down to 158!!!

[southerngirltx 0]

Nan

That is fabulous! I am glad you are doing well! I am scheduled with Dr.A on April 5 and I am getting so nervous!

He seems to have one of the longest "clear liquid" requirements that I have seen. Any advice or suggestions on how to get through a whole week of Clear Liquids.

Also, any advice about the hospital or any of that stuff?

I really appreciate it!

Thanks

Jes

Edited March 24, 2008 by southerngirltx

[Hoop79088 1]

Hello, I am so glad to read your note. I will be banded by Dr. Alvarez on May 9, 2008. I have heard good things about him. Your note is comforting.

[Camel_Cracker 3]

I'm scheduled for my surgery with Dr. A on June 13th and have sent off my 1,000 deposit check. I don't have my materials yet and am curious as to what the 2 week pre-op liquid diet consists of. I have already stocked up on Protein powders and drinks, so I really hope that's part of the plan. So, if you had surgery with Dr. Alvarez, what did you eat/drink pre-op

[KristinaDawnB 0]

I drank Carnation a lot, it was the only liquid food I could stand, but do try to tolerate other ones if you can since they offer more protein! have fun and I will be seeing Dr A on the 7th for a fill, hes a great guy!

[Camel_Cracker 3]

I drank Carnation a lot, it was the only liquid food I could stand, but do try to tolerate other ones if you can since they offer more protein! have fun and I will be seeing Dr A on the 7th for a fill, hes a great guy!

So is it a full liquid diet or clear fluids? Susan is on vacation until Wednesday I think.

[Hoop79088 1]

I didn't have a pre-op diet, I think it depends on your BMI if you have to do anything pre-op. You will be very happy with Dr. A. His staff is very kind and that helps with the jitters! Good luck! Any other questions, please let me know.

[Hoop79088 1]

The first week post op is Clear Liquids. The 2nd week is full liquids, (yogart smoothies, etc). I am on my 3rd week post op right now and I"m on foods that are textured like mashed potatoes, cottage cheese, etc.