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I just want to say I had my surgery 4 months ago with Dr. Ponce and so far have lost 63 pounds. He and his staff are awesome! I was at the INT which was also great! I just got back from taking a friend there yesterday. She also used Dr. Ponce but the difference is she used Trish for her coordinator. Trish goes beyond what any other coordinator does in my opinion!! She is so caring and makes sure you have the info and tools you need when you get home! Her assistant even called my friend today to check on her and will be charting her progress every week by phone! If other Bariatric surgeons trust him for their own surgery that spoke volumes to me! Dr. Ponce and his whole staff are so nice, caring and professional! Anyway, I would be happy to answer any questions.

Yes, great! I can give you Trish's cell number if you want. Give my name so she knows. I don't get anything just trying to spread the word! Karen

You will be glad you chose this team!! I am excited for you!

I had my surgery Oct.14 with Dr. Ponce and he and his whole team are great! I was at the INT hospital and it was great as well. I just got back yesterday from going with a friend who just had the surgery with Dr. Ponce. She went thru Trish and the level of care Trish gives is beyond wonderful!! I wish Trish had been coordinating for Dr. Ponce when I had my surgery. She even brought me dinner to the hospital. Her assistant called my friend today to check on her and to answer any questions and will be calling weekly!! She also got a video of her surgery! I would not even consider another doctor. There are several bariatric doctors in Mexico who had the surgery. Guess who they chose?? Dr. Ponce!!! I would also be happy to answer any questions! Oknev@Aol.com

Do you know what the prices are for these doctors now? I have a friend interested.

Thanks! Did you go thru a coordinator? Which hospital will you be going to?

I read where someone drank these for their protein. There are two kinds, one that is no sugar which doesn't have much protein. Or, the regular which has more protein and more sugar! Anybody drink these?

I find it very strange Angel86 that you say you don't have a date yet but under coordinators you state you didn't use a coordinator but used patient services at the hospital! If I didn't know better I would say you are Marlon Sanchez!

I have noticed too! Plus I am constantly thirsty!

Be careful! Thought I was going thru the Doctors office but was scammed! It was a coordinator who bought the doctors website! He took my deposit and then his number was disconnected! I am sure he has a new website somewhere!!

I wanted to use Dr. Ponce de Leon so I googled him and thought it was his website. I got a call from a Marlon Sanchez who said he worked for the doctor. I asked if I needed to use a coordinator and he told me no! Come to find out he was a Coordinator who bought this website! I sent him a deposit and tried to get it baCk after learning the doctor doesn't even use him and that he made promises for you to have surgery with Dr. Ponce but once you arrive he would have another doctor! Marlon took down that website but I imagine has a new one by now. Dr. Ponce had no part in this and is a great doctor! So, be careful!!

I was sleeved by Dr. Ponce at the INT hospitAl! I hAve never had better care in any hospitAl ever! Dr. Ponce and Dr. FridAy are so nice. The nurses are awesome! I would be hAppy to answer any questions you have. Not surE what coordinator you are using but I can tell you who not to use!

As my date approaches I am not too fearful about the surgery itself. OR going to Mexico but more of not drinking with meals anymore! lol HOW am I going to remember that?? I have always drank at least 2 glasses of water or other drink with my meal. Guess I better start practicing not drinking. What are some of you concerned about??

Glad you are doing well!

AnneAC, I will be saying a prayer for you! My surgery is Friday with Dr. Ponce de Leon. I am a little nervous but mostly excited!

Soon2bemini, This is another fear I have too! I can't think of too many times I eat now when I am actually hungry yet I eat!!! My sister just had the surgery tho and she says the difference is if you do eat too much you will get sick! So, guess that will be worth stopping for! Ha!

Well today I have a new worry! Found out the person who was supposedley setting up my surgery may not have set it up at all or with the doctor I requested!! I thought I was contacting the doctor's office directly when in fact this guy bought this website!!!! I am praying I don't have to try to get my deposit back from him and my surgery is actually next week with the doctor I requested!! Feeling duped!

Shamrock323, I think many of us have that same fear too! I can't wrap my brain around how I will lose weight with this? Is it really gonna help me? AAaahhhh!!!

Thanks for the replies! My surgery is next Friday and wondering about trying these after surgery. Haven't heard many people say they love their protein drink so thought this might be a better option.

Thanks KellL! Checking my bAg on the return flight will help! My lap top is pretty big so I don't think I will try to take it.

My sister was going with me but is now backing out. Her husband and kids are scared for her to go and she is scared too. I told her she didn't need to go if she is scared. I am not scared and feel I will be fine. Am I the crazy one?? lol My husband says he will go but hate to waste extra money when I am not scared to go alone. Just curious how many went alone or will be going alone? Thanks

Let us know how you are doing Ellie4me! Glad you have a buddy!

Another question when going alone is...how did you pack? I know you aren't suppose to lift much? I thought about bringing my lAp top but thought it might be too heavy for me. Thinking I better pack light.

Heller2u and Amber, My surgery is also on the 14th! My surgery is with dr. Ponce de leon at INT hospital. ArE either of you going to Mexico if so who is your doctor?

My date is Oct 14th! I honestly think I would rather go alone! I don't see the point of paying good money to watch me sleep! Thanks for all the encouragement!