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Band to Sleeve? Dont know...Advice please!
belindadcns replied to duckhnt's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had revision December 14th. No reflux. I love my sleeve. -
My GS Experience in Tijuana Mexico
belindadcns replied to EP8's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Excellent doctor. He was my surgeon in December. -
Flexible Spending Account enrollment
belindadcns replied to Sleeve_Sistah85's topic in Insurance & Financing
I put in the max last year and used it to pay towards my sleeve. -
I ended up going to Mexico. I used Dr.Altamirano. I wish you the best on your journey.
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Rest and recover. It will get better.
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I had lapband to sleeve surgery the same day,Dec 14th. I wish you the best. Don't feel like you don't belong. I am sure their is someone else with same story as yours. My band did not slip but I was constantly having problems and having to get adjustments.
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Looking for Pre/ post buddies - Surgery date: 18/12/15
belindadcns replied to Ineedchangeasap123's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I am scheduled for December 14th. -
Who am I? Not Jean Valjean
belindadcns replied to jamieq's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congrats on reaching a huge milestone.???? -
@Dr.Altamirano
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Dr.Altamirano is the doctor I will be using in Mexico. Feel free to reach out to him and his team.
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December 14 is my surgery day.
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When are you having surgery? If you had surgery how long were you out of work?
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Mexico with Dr. Altamirano OR insurance here?
belindadcns replied to Fatty McFatster's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I am scheduled for December 14th with Dr.Altimarino. I am looking forward to living a healthier life. I am a nurse and I have yet to find a doctor that will take the time to have a conversation on the phone with a potential patient. During my research I found videos on YouTube where he talks about obesity. To me he has a passion for helping patients live a healthy and active life style. I am working to lower my BMI and anytime I need him I just message him on Facebook. He responds rather quickly unless he is tied up with surgery. My best friend had surgery back in August and has done well. She is already down 60 pounds. I wish you the best in your search. You could definitely schedule surgery with your wife and the both of you share the journey together. Also you stay 2 days in hospital and 2 days at recovery house,which is included in the price. We have a really supportive group on FB. -
Anyone else having surgery in December?
belindadcns replied to ShrinkingButtercup's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My date is December 14,2015. -
I am going to Mexico. I used money in my FSA (medical) and took the rest I saved up.Surgery is paid and flight is booked. I am just waiting for my date.
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Need letter from Primary Care doctor, and I don't have one
belindadcns replied to Yvette Blanchet Walker's topic in Insurance & Financing
If you have went to OB GYN and discussed weight they can not deny you your medical records. I am sure they weighed you. It would be easier for them to write a letter indicating your weight than to copy all of your records. Also have you been to a orthopedic doctor? They can weigh heavily on the approval also especially if you have joint pain. -
Reputable Financing Options VSG Mexico
belindadcns replied to mimiski's topic in Insurance & Financing
I am using Dr.Carlos Altamirano. I agree with previous post.Research doctor first along with location then allow them to give you their financing info. Dr.Altamirano will be doing my surgery in December. I made my last payment a few weeks ago. -
Enhanced drivers license? I am almost certain that is what I have.
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Insurance gave Dr wrong coverage info?!
belindadcns replied to jenjackson's topic in Insurance & Financing
Keep us posted.Pray everything works out. -
Considering revision to Gastric Sleeve -- should I?
belindadcns replied to Meley24's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
@ryebread: congratulations. Keep me posted. I am scheduled for surgery on Dec 14th. -
Cash Pay - Revision Cost
belindadcns replied to Soli3l's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I am having surgery in Mexico using Dr.Altamirano. Price starts at $4199. -
*HELP* Dr. Altamirano or Dr. Zavalza?
belindadcns replied to Dawny28's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I was originally investigating another doc until by dear friend found Dr.A. She had done through research and had a Skype consult. She was sold. Well being that we are both nurse I figured I needed to shift gears and look into Dr.A. Well I did. He answers every question I had. My friend is 3 weeks post op and doing great. I am planning for December because of kids school schedule. Dr.A truly seems to have a passion for what he does.Oh he sent me a happy 40th birthday message through FB. You will love him. I can't wait to meet him and share my journey with him. -
Jan to Aug 2015 pics
belindadcns replied to trulyamazingtoo's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
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Considering revision to Gastric Sleeve -- should I?
belindadcns replied to Meley24's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Dr.Altamarino will be doing my revision. Removing the band and sleeving me at the same time. -
Share your profession
belindadcns replied to Bloomer723's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Registered Nurse