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mbuczkowski

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  1. mbuczkowski

    Hair loss?

    mbuczkowski replied to NurseBec's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    Yay! I think my hair loss is slowing...it might be wishful thinking but I don't seem to have such clumps in the shower this week Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Personally, I bought medical tourism insurance as a just in case. But I had no complications Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Awesome! I am still acquiring my stuff to do overnight packing. I love doing day hikes. My 1st trip will probably be at the start of the AT in GA Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Choking in sleep

    mbuczkowski replied to Emailkariann's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I did only if I ate too late before bed Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    LBL in less than 3 weeks!

    mbuczkowski replied to KDM74's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

    If you don't mind me asking, how much was you surgery? I am thinking about doing my arms early next year. The LBL will be end of next year if I get all the weight off. Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Recent body changes

    mbuczkowski replied to mbuczkowski's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    My face is narrower. I see myself everyday, so I don't notice as much as others Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Measuring Food

    mbuczkowski replied to dffenton's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    You can use a measuring cup. 1 cup = 8oz 1/4 cup = 2 oz I have little 4oz containers with lids that I put my food in. Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    I saw this on the Today show and they called it an accordion procedure. Not sure I'd be comfortable with this procedure. How do food particles not get stuck in the folds or suture line? Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
  9. mbuczkowski
    I am down 65lbs total. I love my sleeve and forget I have it sometimes. I would do it again in a heartbeat. I am 3.5 mo out. Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
  10. mbuczkowski
    I actually do a 5 mi walk in the AM and weights at the gym after work. But REI just opened near me. I plan to hike part of the Apalacian Trail later this Year. So, I figure incorporating weights with walking are good training. Also, the more muscle, the faster the fat burn Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Hair loss?

    mbuczkowski replied to NurseBec's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    I figure I'll buy a wig or try my extensions if the hair loss continues as much as now. I started at 2.5mo and am 3.5mo now. But as someone said, it's a small price to pay. It grows back. Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Anyone in Central Florida?

    mbuczkowski replied to mikey_m12's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

    I'm outside of Orlando...but had surgery in MX. Good luck! Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Which Surgeon?

    mbuczkowski replied to Nicole1027's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery

    I don't know anything about Dr. C. I did have surgery with Dr. Illan and I have nothing but positive things to say. Not only was he great, all the hospital staff and valets were awesome. I have 4 other co-workers that are former patients and we have all had great results and no complications Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    FL - Orlando

    mbuczkowski replied to knippenjen42's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions

    Dr Jawed and Texiera have a monthly support group at ORMC for their patients and others Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
  15. mbuczkowski
    I was 3 months out on the 7th and down 62.3lbs from preop. It feels like it is slow but I know it's not. I just gotta keep trekking Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Considering Mexico For Gastric Sleeve

    mbuczkowski replied to Kelly Buchanon's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I had surgery with Dr Illan. I am super happy with my results. Great Dr. And staff Sent from my SM-G920V using BariatricPal mobile app
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    Post-return medical tourism insurance

    mbuczkowski replied to goldndiamondzboy's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery

    Check Global Protection Solutions. They reimburse you a % for your complications locally
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    Pre cooked grilled chicken

    mbuczkowski replied to Biscuit0587's topic in Pre-op Diets and Questions

    I use tyson when they are buy 1 get 1 at my grocery store. Makes for fast meals when needed
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    I saw that my weight is going down much slower. However I workout every night. In my workout, I burn more calories than I eat all day. Is my weight loss slow due to starvation or is it just me. I am 10.5 weeks post op Walk a brisk pace for 9 miles, 5 days/week burn 1400-1500 cal per walk Daily consumption is 1000cal.
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    I went to the ocean, my experience was awesome. 2.5mo out I am down 56lbs!
  21. mbuczkowski
    Sleeved 2/7/17, down 55lbs. Normal energy, no complications, walk 4-10 miles per day.
  22. mbuczkowski
    No, this is specific to medical tourism. This was one of the main reasons I decided to travel to Mexico for surgery. The company name is Global Protection Solutions. There are other plans, but since my local Dr. didn't offer Blis, I had to rethink things. I had other reasons for going, but this was one of the major factors in my decision.
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    I am searching, since I thought I read it before, but is there program requirements pre-op if self pay? I am sure every Dr. Is different. However, I am trying to figure out timing for work. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App
  24. mbuczkowski
    Yes. It covered complications there and here in the US. However it is a reimbursement type insurance, not like your major medical.
  25. mbuczkowski
    I am in Orlando and self pay. My original surgeon didn't offer complication insurance. Therefore, I opted to go to Dr Illan in Tijuana, MX where I paid less and was able to buy medical tourism insurance. It covers me for 6 months post surgery and I can go to local doctors. Luckily, my doctor has very few complications and I am doing great!!!

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