Prepare to be a whole new person enjoying a whole new world (04/01/2014)
Hi I was a very FAT person and got to a point in my life where it was just to much to get out of bed as easily as I used to and the weight just came on gradualy and needed a change so I went for the gastric sleeve and WOW within five months iv lost 120 pounds I started at 310 and now I'm 190 pounds ... * read more.
no regrets (03/31/2014)
hello,
I am 9 months out, I have lost 75 pounds, off blood sugar meds after the first 20 # loss.
feeling great, so much more energy..... * read more.
Great experience.Great results. (03/30/2014)
I had a great experience at the clinic . I have already recommended this to my daughter and brother. I had no problems with the whole experience. I am very happy and healthy and am looking forward to living a totally healthy and happy life. Dr. Almanza and his staff were professional and caring . ... * read more.
Best decision of my life hands down. (03/29/2014)
I am a USCG Captain and the Coast Guard said I either lose weight or lose my License and all endorsements. I was stuck in a hard place as the US doctors wanted $18,500 cash price for my surgery as Louisiana Blue cross blue shield nor Entrust would approve it because I didnt fit their criteria. Then ... * read more.
I'm comfortable with me now (03/29/2014)
I went to Mexico to have lap band surgery in 2012,Dr Almanza did my surgery. I was up and going good the following day. The hospital was located in a strip Mall, which did make me think twice. It was small but clean, the nurses and care aids were very good. I can honestly say I never suffered nor di... * read more.
Tough Road BUT Worth It (03/29/2014)
I had my gastric sleeve surgery on January 10th, 2014. Prior to my surgery I had taken the blood thinner warfarin. Prior to my surgery my doctor told me I no longer needed to take the medication. On January 22nd I developed a large clot which resulted in a foot of my intestines being removed. Please... * read more.
one day at a time (03/29/2014)
Have lost 24lbs since procedure. Advancing diet as recommended. Having trouble finding a good tasting protein drink but manage to get most of my liquids in. I have had trouble with some heartburn but believe I eat too fast and am working on trying to slow myself down. I also take a daily PPI to prev... * read more.
Big change for my health. (03/29/2014)
I had lot of health problems, i was on 4 strong medicatios. 2 for my stomach 2 for my high bloodpresure. i was down in bed for 2 years just went down and more down. i gained soo much weight from all prescriptions. my stomach was bleading, headache all the time, always very high bloodpresure. my fam... * read more.
Changed my Life (03/29/2014)
Hello, It's almost been 9 months since my surgery and let me tell you it has truly changed my life. I've lost a total of 73lbs still going but I feel great. I would do it all over again in a heart beat. ... * read more.
Saved by the Sleeve (03/25/2014)
I still can't believe my new life since getting the sleeve. I still have moments of insecurity, but my life has improved drastically. I used to struggle so mightily to try and stay below 190 pounds, which seemed to be my set point. Only with prescribed medication and excessive (unsustainable) workou... * read more.
