krazypisces.momma

I am doing really good. My recuperation was awesome too. I started a new job one week post op and have managed just fine.
I am 52 days post op and feel really good. Surgery weight 244, current weight 212. I am very pleased with my results.

@@Tonileigh, yes... Though it actually says Centro Medico Plaza. I peeked inside and it looks really clean and nice.

Diana I hear you - there were so many. A friend said - When it's right you'll know it.
Here are some of the reasons I like this DR>
1) Price- but that's not the end all.
2) deposit is FULLY REFUNDABLE up until 1 week prior to surgery
3) This is a new surgery center with some experienced surgeons
4) I read DR Maytorena has been a trauma DR for the Red Cross-- don't remember where I read that.
5) I like a recovery house instead of a hospital. Hospitals tend to have sick people, bad germs.... recovery center has a nurse on site.
6) they use Johnson & Johnson titanium staples - told me 3 - 4 rows.
7) This dr has no reported incidents of patience having complications or going to hospital
8) I asked for the DR to call and he did same day. He Spoke English well ENOUGH

Hey I stopped by the clinic today. Didn't have time to go inside, but wanted to know where it was. It's in a plaza with a lot of surgery centers, from plastic surgery, orthodontist to batiatric. It's also a couple blocks from a really cool market, that sells candy, vegetables, cheese, and spices. It's a really neat place for tourist is u have family coming with you, it's be a cool place for them to go for an hour or so. Anyway here's a couple pics, (only outside thru my my windshield)

Called, emailed and now have a confirmed date. Who hoo

That is info they gave me 7 day high Protein low carb and fast 8 hours before surgery.. I am sending deposit next week gonna set up for July 20 I'm super excited ready to get this started.... My dad wants go go with me I think he is more nervous than I am
They quoted me $300'for deposit

My deposit was $300 also. I've already paid it and scheduled with Dr. M on June 2nd. Planning to go alone.

I only had to do one day of Clear Liquids.

Good to hear that. The more info the better! Thanks!

It is NOT a clinic, it's a surgery suite. All they do there is surgery, so they are highly trained. The care they give and u will recieve is top notch and very individualized. At a hospital, one nurse has 10 patients! The fact that this was a surgery center actually made me feel 100% more comfy with choosing LongTerm, and I work in the medical field, in NY!

Please let me say that for anyone who is on the fence about going with LongTerm......do it. I am not an advertisement for this place but I will say that as a patient who has the worst of the worst hypothyroidism, no metabolism, no energy, no drive, and just had plain given up.....they gave me a new life and you will not regret it.
I haven't felt good like this since high school. Don't let this pass you by. I wake up each day ready to take it on like a champ because LongTerm gave me my confidence back and helped me remember that I am in control.

I called them and left a message, they called back the same night within a couple of hours. I hadn't received the email they sent me so he answered all my questions over the phone. Also you can select the tab to apply, this will get an email response within a couple days for sure. Ramon is the one who called me back, making sure all my questions were answered and he pointed out how to apply.

I am doing well and am overly grateful for all of the changes that are happening.....no more blood pressure meds and after weigh-in today, I am down 27.5 lbs total at 5 weeks post op.
As far as eating out, I really don't eat out much but trust me there are so many things you can eat......the important tool is to not over do it. I have heard of many people who regret their surgery. I think it is the natural thing. For me, I just don't feel hungry so my battle is to get the necessary calories in. I think another big help for me is that I have found Protein Shakes that work for me. Please take some time to research and try different ones so that you can find your best match.
As far as the clinic.....everyone was so great with me. When I went, I stayed at the clinic the entire time. The recovery room was still not complete. I went alone so that made it easier for me to stay there. My doctor is great and Ruben stays in constant contact and answers any and all of my emails promptly. I have no regrets about my surgery or my choice of surgeon/facilitator. I hope this helps.

@@cmhueto, I know you didn't ask me, but I am 4 weeks out as of tomorrow. I have gone out with friends/family twice in that time and I don't feel alone. I am still with my loved ones, having a good time, just eating less and not feeling guilty when I go home about over eating! It's amazing so far! I am still only eating soft foods so I only eat Soup when I'm out

I'm officially scheduled for the 8th ! Can't wait that's soo soon. I'm going with Dr arellano he's done 7k surgeries

U had my sleeve with Dr M on 3/27/15. Healed right up and back to life now minus 40lbs! Great choice in doctors if you choose Dr M @ longtermvsg!

I'm really excited about this place! I just talked to Ruben and he was so sweet and patient with my 8 million questions lol. I was surprised to find out how short the stay is. Just 2 nights! One in recovery, one at the recovery house and you're leaving on the third day. @@LewisD, are you bringing anyone with you? I know @@Chrissyg went alone and someone else stated on a different thread that they were bringing a companion but Ruben stated there is no room at the clinic and it costs an extra $40 for them to stay at the recovery house with you. Not a big deal since it's only one night there anyway.
Edit: @@krazypisces.momma, did you go alone?
I'm trying to find out what companions did as far as the accomodations for the first night if they came along?

@@RellaBelle
 
Yes ma'am I did.  I left early Wednesday (I live close to the border, 2 1/2 hours close) had surgery Wednesday evening and then drove myself home from the border.  I had zero complications and I am very pleased with my results.

I am scheduled for May 11 with VSG, Dr. Maytorena. My husband will be coming with me.

I was sleeved by Dr Maytorena @ Longtermvsg 2 weeks ago. I have no regrets, no issues! I recommend them highly! Great care by all on their staff