First and foremost. Thinking of having s major life surgery away from family and friends and even worse in a different country is a scary thought. I was extremely nervous the entire time. Everyone involved was extremely kind and helpful, after srriving in California I didn't have to worry about tra... * read more.
The first couple of weeks is rough, as your body is adjusting. Getting all your protein in helps. The nurses and Drs were awesome, I felt as though I was at a spa for a week!... * read more.
As a registered nurse I was apprehensive about going over the border for medical care. Although the facility was not as modern as what I am use to I was very impressed that it was clean and well staffed. I feel I received excellent post-op care and treatment both at the hospital and at the hotel r... * read more.
1 week in down 15 lbs from surgery weight & 40 lbs since I started fasting on liquid diet 10 out from surgery.All though a little leary of Mexico it was no problem at all.Hotel was super. Staff was great. Restaurant was great for me and my guest. Hospital was very clean and the staff very attentive... * read more.
Gastric sleeve was done 7/25.
I have lost 45 lbs already, I have a long way to go to my goal but it is one of the best decisions I have made in along time. The doctors and nurses were awesome. I have had no problems what so ever I feel great!!... * read more.
I had a wonderful time everybody is very friendly and attentive the hotel is great and the nurses on call are great especially Alejandra, I don't remember everybody's name but they were all very good and they knew what they were doing the hospital stay was good the doctors were friendly and very goo... * read more.
I was a little skeptical about leaving the country to have surgery but I am glad I made the choice the Drs and staff were fantastic at the hospital and the hotel nursing staff was also terrific, the hospital room was nice with a very attentive staff and the hotel room was great for recovery. One m... * read more.
One year ago today 9/9/16 I was at my peak weight of 250 pounds . I was miserable with my life myself I had lost interest in EVERYTHING I loved . Like I love the beach and last summer when we went I never stepped foot in the sand because I couldn't breath my legs and feet hurt so I stayed in the roo... * read more.
I do have a lot to say but I really don't know where to start.
It has been a little over 3 years now since I have had my GS done and I am EXTREMELY HAPPY with the results.
If any of my pictures have insulted anyone that isn't my intention. I just wanted to show my 3 year journey though pictures.
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