curry2dive

I am also allergic to penicillin and scheduled for my VSG with Dr. Kelly on 4/13....Should I talk to them about the extra cost? I am allergic to just about every pain medication and antibiotic that I have ever been prescribed so this could be very interesting. This new wrinkle won't stop me from going, but it does make me a little more nervous.

I have spent hours reading every post regarding this procedure and want to thank everyone who takes the time to tell their story, the ups and downs, laughter and tears. Monday, I started my internet search, filled out medical questionaire with Beliteweight and today scheduled the operation with Dr. Rodriquez in TJ on April 13th. I am 58 years old and like most of you, have struggled with my weight all my life. Every diet plan, pill (yes Phen/Fen), hospital protein liquid diet, and HCG - tried everything and I can lose weight on all of them, but I cannot seem to keep it off. I have been going to an exercise boot camp 5 days per week for the last 2 months and have not lost one pound! My husband is totally supportive and is excited for me to have this procedure. I am concerned with the process only because I am not having to go through the tests and evaluations that people have to do in the US. I just told them what procedure I wanted and agreed to pay for it. Can it really be this simple? So glad I found this forum!

Hope it is not to late to get a copy of this booklet. Please email me at curry2dive@yahoo.com. I am scheduled for VSG on 4/13 in TJ and trying to read everything I can to be prepared for this event! Thanks...

Thanks for the replies and support. Looking forward to surgery and wish I could go now! Please let me know how everything goes in TJ and TN. Will keep reading and learning as much as I can!