Cerika111

I was operated on by Dr. Almanza on July 26 of 2014. Great results. I've lost 60 pounds and am within 20 pounds of goal weight (I am 5'10"). I was very sick for a couple of weeks after surgery, but it passed and I am thrilled with my results. The best thing I've ever done for myself. Best of luck!

I weighed 210 when I had surgery with Dr. Almanza. I am 5'9". Have lost just under 50 pounds in 3.5 months.

I can eat about a quarter cup of salad, but then I can't eat more than a quarter cup of anything - and even that leaves me stuffed! My head still tells me I want more, but my tiny tummy rebels! Beats the heck out of having almost 40 pounds back on me though! I have almost. 40 to go to goal, but what a difference already.

I had my surgery with Dr. Almanza and have had very good results. I did research and I have followed up with my doctor at home. I did not have to wait 6 months, go through months of testing (they did blood test and EKG), or pay a ton out of pocket. So glad I did mine there. All surgeons have complications at one time if they practice long enough - no matter where they practice. Just sayin'.

I hit a 3 week stall too! I knew the weight was one my body was at for years pre-surgery and my last gain before finally having the surgery done, but it was frustrating. I am now back to losing almost a pound a day for more than a week! Yay! Knowing this stall ended will help me get through the inevitable next one. Hoping all of you are feeling great!

#498 EvEisMySleeve said Any July Sleevers hit the dreaded 3rd week stall??? I did!! Ugh please tell me when it will end!! Yeppers no change x3 days for me so im guessing we are in same boat. I try not to step on that da#$ scale but can't. Im trying to change up meal choices. ..kinda always the same & hope that will help. Good luck to you!! I haven't lost for last 3 days and I have not been able to get in more than 300 calories on any day (mostly shakes that are 100 calories -'18 grams of protein each.) Occasionally broth, but I tried some puréed food and it did not feel good. Is this the three week stall or am I doing wrong by not forcing more down. I'm so afraid of stretching my tummy out and not losing. Any helpful advice would be great. I'm doing ok with water.

Wish i knew what to say on acid reflux but am grateful ive had none now that i am back home. Maybe a couple more days and yours will stop, too. Fingers crossed for you!

I had a good day of actual surgery and was a TRAIN WRECK the following 4 days. Now I'm feeling really good. I have yet to be hungry and force myself to get in about 250 calories a day. Broth and maybe 2 100 calorie protein shakes daily. I am forcing water down, but it's work to get in even 48 oz of water. I feel full after 3 sips. Down 10 lbs so far. Walking 2 miles a day since Wednesday. So great not to be vomiting and peeing myself every 10 minutes now. Ugh! I'm assuming hunger will return at some point, but for now I have none. Feeling good!

Good luck!

I had a tummy tuck and a breast lift 8 years ago in TJ during one of my thin times. Dr. Jaime Caloca did my surgery and did a very good job. I was still living in Orange County at the time, which was good because I overdid it too soon and had a problem with liquid collecting between muscle and skin - but nothing to do with the doctor. We had to drive back and have it drained (really icky) but all healed well. Both US surgeons I saw for my gastric sleeve wanted the see my scars and feel abdomen and were impressed with the job Dr. Caloca did (neither asked me where I had it done). Anyhow, a good experience that saved me about $20K over having it done in the states. I hope that helps.

I'll be wishing you great luck and easy recovery! I am bringing my friend with me to surgery - are you bringing someone, too?

Dr Almanza on July 26!

July 26 here - in Mexico. I've had great results with ps there when thin, so I am comfortable with my choice. My BMI is on lower end (for surgery - not in general) and I am very hopeful!