Feeling Great (04/30/2018)
I must say, the first few days post op were not the greatest but it was not as bad as I thought it would have been. The staff kept us well medicate and hydrated. I am 20 days post op and have lost approximately 30 lbs. I am wearing clothes which have not fit me for years. I can say that I have not e... * read more.
I can't believe I did it! (04/30/2018)
Scared does not cover it. I was so apprehensive of the procedure let alone it happening in another country! But, hear me when I say-- NO REGRETS.
The staff was amazing and caring. The procedure was successful without any complications and the accommodations were up to par. I am 16 days post-op, down... * read more.
1 Month Post op (04/30/2018)
At one month post op, I could not be happier with the success of the program. I had my surgery 04/05/2018 and as of 04/29/2018, I am down 46 pounds. I feel better and have been able to drastically reduce my medications for diabetes and high blood pressure. The hardest part has been changing the wa... * read more.
Surgery went well... (04/30/2018)
My visit to Tijuana was great from start to finish... Dr. Almanza and his staff were very nice and made you feel at home. If you are considering gastric ... * read more.
Blessed Beyond Words! (04/30/2018)
Scared and worried this would be a bad choice I waited and waited and suffered high blood pressure and sleep apnea. Feeling discouraged and at my worst I decided to do the sleeve. Let me just say wow! Amazed from the moment I walked in and met Dr Almanza and the staff. Everyone was the sweetest I ha... * read more.
A little more difficult then I hoped (04/30/2018)
My friend and I went and had the sleeved done. We got there on a Thursday and had surgery the same day. The pain after was unbearable, they gave me some more pain meds and then a few hours latter I was up walking around. The nursing staff are great. Doctors are always willing to answer any questions... * read more.
Happy Happy Happy (04/26/2018)
I could not be happier for the time and work that this Dr and Staff gave to me. I feel better now than I have any many years. I am only down 25lbs so far since having my surgery on April 5th but I can feel a better quality of life already. Thank you Dr Almanza and Staff for making this 57yr old feel... * read more.
Best decision ever (04/26/2018)
Best decision ever, I'm happy with everythin go to Mexico to have my Gastric sleeve was the scary thing I'm tell you honest opinion was very scary until you get there you realize that's is the best thing you can do for yourself I love everything about it so far I lost 40 pounds I have a long way to... * read more.
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Change In Life (04/26/2018)
I would like To Thank Dr. Almanza and his team for helping in my new life. From the time I started to prepare for my surgery to right now, they are 100 per cent behind me. From all the questions I (phoned and e-mailed) asked and they were there to answer and guide me.
I weighted in at 325 pounds ... * read more.