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You look great!

I agree with everything BandterHopeful just wrote and that is the very reason why I chose Dr.Joya. He has a lot of experience and has been doing the surgery for some time. I have talked to some of his patients on the phone that are 3 and 4 years out. No problems and they have met their goal weight. I think that they are doing well because they were instructed to find follow up care before scheduling the surgery just as I was instructed. I left MX with a whole new perspective. It was an awesome experience that I would not trade. The office helps find you follow up care and and give a lot of information to help the band be the best TOOL it can be. My doctor in the states brags about how my port placement is so text book and a easy stick. My advice is research...research....research...

I Also Used Dr. Joya. I Loved Everything About My Experience They Really Take Care Of You From Start To Finish And Puerto Vallarta Is A Very Nice Place. I Would Do It All Again. He Was Great. I Actually Wish He Was Closer So I Could Get My Fills With Him. But Oh Well. Mexico Is A Long Way From North Carolina.

Dont beat yourself up too much... If at first we dont achieve try try again... You can do this!!! Start over. Good Luck.

Wow! I am so excited for you. Keep us posted.

I had my surgery in Mexico. My doctor was Dr. Joya and this is not a phony post. I actually had a great experience and when I returned to North Carolina for my follow up my doctor was amazed at how text book they did everything. He had no trouble with finding the port and he also commented on how great my scars look. I would go to Dr. Joya again without a second thought.

I will most likely be going to MX for the surgery but I need a doctor in NC or a nearby state that will do reasonble priced fills for a patient that had the surgery in MX.

I was told three hours before no solid food, but everyone is different.

Congrats! Nothing but pounds to lose now!!!

Good Advice I go tomorrow for my first fill I hope all goes well. Thanks Ladies.

I feel the same way at times. It has been 6 weeks for me and I have only lost 18 lbs. I read others progress and it seems like they are ahead of the game and I am way behind.

I would. Plus call your doc tomorrow. Dont worry it will get better. Try warm tea or broth.

I had alot of shoulder pain also. Are you sure it is time for you to be on your mushie stage. I was on clear liquids a week, then full liquids a week and then the third week I could slowly introduce mushies. I also got pain when I drank too fast because it trapped addl air which was painful to burp. One thing I do know if you move through your stages too fast it will hurt you in the long run so take slow.... Each day will get better.

I agree with everyone else. You can always start over and dont be so hard on yourself just recommit. You can do this

Hi everyone I am back and everything went better than I could have imagined. I have not had any pain and I am already back to normal. No one knows I had anything done but a select few so I am very pleased with my recovery. I was even able to get through the clear liquid stage without hunger. I am now on full liquids. Thanks for all of your prayers, I know that was a big part in making this process easier.

Dont be afraid think positive. I am scheduled for surgery on April 20th. I am just believing all will be well with me. This is something we deserve! May you be Blessed.

I'll pray too. It looks like you have nothing to worry about.

I am happy to hear that everything was so pleasant for you. I hope my experience will be as pleasing. I will be banded in MX on April 20th.

I cant get my ticker to work.

I have my surgery April 20, 2005. I am happy to be added to the list

Congradulations !! I can relate to everything you wrote. I am 34 years old and would like to have this weight off by the time I am 36. This is a very expensive present I am giving myself because my surgery will be self pay. My surgery date is April 20th so I will soon follow your footsteps. I have not been put on a special diet before surgery but I know you will be fine. You have come this far so I know you can do it!

I have a surgery date: April 20th. I am very excited and ready to for my new life.

I will be banded in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Dr.Joya is the surgeon. I know two people that have been banded by him and they praise the man to no end. His web site is wwwDrJoya.com

I understand about not tellling anyone b/c I have only included a couple of people other than my husband on this journey I will soon be taking. Hang in there and think of the benefit. I will be banded very soon. I am shooting for April 20, 2005 in Mexico. You have done the hardest part. You can do this!!!

WOW! that is great info. I will call tommorow and see if he will except pts from my Doctor also. I am soooo glad I can turn to you guys you all soo helpful.