NovemberSleever

I am scheduled for a revision from VSG to RNY with Dr. Francisco Gonzalez at Oasis of Hope hospital in Tijuana in October. I’d love some feedback and experiences with either the surgeon and/or hospital. Nervous but excited! Thank you!

Thanks for this thread everyone! I am having revision surgery on 3/27, from sleeve to RNY, due to reflux and regaining all 60 lbs I lost with the sleeve 😭. Hoping to at least get rid of the reflux and losing the weight again would be a great bonus!

@HappyHikerGal How was your experience at Oasis of Hope? I’m scheduled for revision surgery with Dr. Gonzalez on 3/27 and just looking for feedback on the facility, staff and overall experience. Which procedure did you have done? Thanks!

@Confoozed84 Thank you! My surgery was rescheduled and is now 3/27. I’d love to know details about the hospital, doctor, staff, etc. Thank you!

This helps a lot. Thank you so much!

I’m scheduled for a revision from VSG to RNY on 10/4 (VSG 2016, HW 246, LW 186, CW 233). Hoping to resolve my reflux and regain. I would love to hear some experiences from others who’ve done the same revision. I’m looking for all the good and bad info! I’d especially like to know: 1. Any side effects or complications? 2. How much weight did you lose and how long did it take? 3. If you had reflux or GERD, did the revision resolve it? 4. Any regrets with having the revision? Thank you!

I’m right there with ya. I’m 3.5 years out from my sleeve and have my revision to RNY scheduled for 10/4, due to reflux and regain (HW 246, LW 186, CW 233). I’m nervous and excited too. Looking forward to seeing your progress!

Thanks so much for this feedback!

I’m scheduled for a sleeve to bypass revision on 10/4! Excited and nervous.

I definitely remember feeling that way after I got my gastric sleeve surgery. I was MAD that I couldn’t eat solid food and MAD that I’d done this to myself. It’s all part of the emotional reaction that’s to be expected after such a huge physical change. Give yourself time and it will get better!

Dr. A did my sleeve on 1/20/16 and the whole experience was amazing. Highly recommend!

I used Dr. Carlos Altamirano and would recommend him to anyone. My surgery was January 20th.

Yes sounds great! Post here and let me know how your surgery goes.

@@danilynne I'm very excited! Going over my pre-op stuff now. I'm only required to do the 3 day pre-op diet, so I'll start that next weekend. Good luck to you!

@@danilynne With Dr. Altamirano

My surgery is scheduled for 1/20 as well (postponed it from November). Excited!

I'm having gastric sleeve surgery in November and wanted to know if anyone who has had it done suffers from stomach issues as a result? Specifically dumping syndrome or diarrhea? I already have those issues BEFORE surgery and don't need them getting worse after. Thanks for any feedback!

After a LOT of research, I've decided to have gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Corvala at Hospital Angeles on 11/18. He was definitely not the cheapest option, but I feel very comfortable with his experience, great reviews and the too notch hospital. Anybody else having surgery with Dr. Corvala in November? Would also love to hear from those who have had surgery with him in the past and/or at Hospital Angeles. How was your experience with him, the facility, staff, etc.? Thanks!

Great info thank you! Did they use drains for/after surgery? Did you meet Dr. Corvala before and after surgery? How was the hospital (the room, staff, cleanliness)? Thank you!

Awesome thank you. No metformin, just a weak stomach in general. Constipation is fine by me (vs. constant diarrhea!) Thank you for the feedback!

Thank you. Any stomach issues since your surgery such as dumping syndrome or diarrhea?

Thank you - yes that helps!

Awesome! Have you had any stomach issues after surgery such as dumping syndrome or diarrhea? I'm worried about those for my upcoming surgery.

I did think of a question I forgot to ask you! Did Dr. Corvala use drains after surgery?

Yes I've read your posts and they were very helpful in my decision. Thanks so much!