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Sorry for the confusion - I was asking the original poster, Mojo56. I hope you are both doing well!

What did you end up deciding? I was a "lightweight" like you, and didn't have the DS so much to lose weight as to fix high cholesterol, Type2 D and high blood pressure. All of those things were gone within months of the DS! Unfortunately, I now struggle with eating and not losing too much weight. I think my situation is unusual, but obviously it can happen. The new procedure you describe sounds like a much better option for lightweights. I'd be interested to know if you went forward with the procedure and how you are doing.

I had an outstanding experience in Mexico. Mine was performed by Dr. Aceves, who unfortunately died this summer in a plane crash. His partner, Dr. Compos may now be doing the DS - he was also great. Otherwise, they both trained under Dr. Ungson. 2 weeks after my DS I ended up in the hospital with gall stones back here in the states. My hospital stay was HORRIBLE compared to my stay in Mexico! The hospital in Mexico was so clean and the staff was very attentive. I will say, though, that travel after the procedure was very uncomfortable. I am not a typical case in that I've had nothing but complications. I know other people who have had the procedure in Mexico with great success. Good luck!