I was sleeved on 11-29-2016 at the VA Medical Center in Palo Alto, CA. Surgeon was Dr. Eric Kubat. First of all, I can't say enough good things about the quality of care there. I went in for a simple sleeve and ended up spending 6 days in the ICU with heart and lung issues along with out of sight blood pressure problems. I was under anesthesia for 5 1/2 hours and almost died on the table, but I'm alive and feeling much better today. I walked into the hospital on the 29th and weighed in at 396 pounds. I'm male, 5'10" 57 years old. My weight today on Christmas Day, is 344 pounds, resulting in a current weight loss of 52 pounds! I was cleared to start eating foods(Protein only) on 12-15. I have since put down with no problems, chicken from costco (remove that skin!), honey baked ham, hummus, smoked salmon, cod, tuna fish, crab,shrimp, low fat cottage cheese, Greek yogurt , eggs and turkey. I've totally given up beef. I've had no instances of throwing up at all. I guess I've been blessed not getting sick at all. Once, I felt I ate too much and that was because I took in about 6 ounces instead of the 4 i was told, so I immediately cut back. Also, I take my food and chew it until it's almost a puree-like consistency. I once ate a meal in about 10 minutes, and was very uncomfortable with stomach cramps for about a half hour, so take your time or you may pay the price. My goal is to be healthy, whether it's 250 pounds or 180, as long as my vitals are good. Right now, my blood pressure is back to normal and my blood sugar is perfect, and i used to be at diabetic levels. Getting the surgery probably saved my life as I was unaware of my additional health problems.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!

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Congratulations and geez! I'm sorry you had so many problems. But I'm very glad the care was good and you are doing so well now! Merry Christmas!