BC Sleevers

[SkinnyMinnie2Be 255]

My date has not been confirmed yet' date=' SkinnyMinnie2Be ( love that name!) It might change due to what is happening at that time with surgical bookings ( not Maliks), availability of beds etc in the hospital. But I do know he has a couple of patients booked in October. He is only allowed to do 2 a month ( as there are other surgeons in town who also do these). The hospital restricts how many can be done. But I would say things are looking good! [/quote']

Hi Marcy! I'm also a nurse and have heard from an inside source that dr amsen, Malik and dr t have all applied for more OR time..I was told that by the end of aug I will have a definate date have u started going to support groups? I just started last week and love them!

[DivineMissM 60]

Hi SM2B! We should talk! Yes, they have all been asking for more OR time and it is a huge political pot right now. They have been speaking to the provinicial government about a proper Bariatric program for BC. But it is still a long way off. If you want to talk privately, it might be better than in this forum. My email is marcy@shaw.ca

[lilymorg 4]

I highly recommend the doctors in Richmond BC.

http://www.westcoastbariatricsurgery.com/

I had my sleeve done last November (Nov. 14, 2011) with Dr. Sampath.

From my first appointment with him until my surgery date it was 5 and a half months. I do believe the wait time to get into this is about a year now.

Its an extensive program, TONS of support...and support that will last a lifetime.

I can't say enough good things about this program!

AND MSP paid for it all.

I have been going for followups every 3 months, and after a year postop it will go to every 6 months and then every year.

I have lost 105 lbs in less then a year. Amazing results. Excellent support. Can't say enough good things about it!

[DivineMissM 60]

Hey, if anyone in BC is going to be in Victoria near the end of September! There will be a forum on Obesity on Sept 27th at UVIC. I have attached the information here. It's FREE. You just need to book and reserve a seat. It will be an excellent couple of hours. I will be there, along with other VST members here in Victoria.. See you there! The surgeon presenting is a friend of mine and is excellent!

LafayetteHealth2012-Aug-email.pdf

[Cinders 56]

Hello BC'ers ! I have opted to have my surgery in Mexico. I am tired of the wait here. Been close to a year & haven't even been called for a consult. My surgery date is Sept 26th and I am very excited to get this jorney started. I am on day 2 of my pre-op diet. Any suggestions & places to go for allowable Protein drinks/bars ?

[kim67 26]

Hello BC'ers ! I have opted to have my surgery in Mexico. I am tired of the wait here. Been close to a year & haven't even been called for a consult. My surgery date is Sept 26th and I am very excited to get this jorney started. I am on day 2 of my pre-op diet. Any suggestions & places to go for allowable Protein drinks/bars ?

Where in Mexico are you going and with wih doctor and good luck that's same reason y we r going to Mexico in dec

[Cinders 56]

I am going to Tijuana, Hospital Nova with Dr Cabrera . I can't wait !!!

[Jordan1923 27]

Hello BC'ers ! I have opted to have my surgery in Mexico. I am tired of the wait here. Been close to a year & haven't even been called for a consult. My surgery date is Sept 26th and I am very excited to get this jorney started. I am on day 2 of my pre-op diet. Any suggestions & places to go for allowable Protein drinks/bars ?

Hi I have also decided to go to Mexico Dr Ortiz Sept 24th who are you having do your surgery

[Jordan1923 27]

Where in Mexico are you going and with wih doctor and good luck that's same reason y we r going to Mexico in dec

I am going on Sept 24 to Dr Ortiz in Mexico who are you going to

[Cinders 56]

I can't believe how fast this is comin up !!!2 more sleeps & leave for my trip, 3 more till my surgery !! Woohoo!!!

[Jordan1923 27]

Hi cinder how are you doing, how did it go. Do you have any thing worth mentioning on your recovery. I seem to be getting diarrhea alot, just not sure if its from my diabetes meds or the new stomach. I am down 11lbs since the weigh in on my surgery date.

[Cinders 56]

Hey Jordan, congrats on your loss I am doing amazing! I was very fortunate & had no issues from the surgury. I did have the nasty diarhea for the first 3-4 days after surgery but as I was only taking in liquids, I figured that was to be expected. I gained 7lbs in Water or ?? after surgery but that came off quickly and I am down 16lbs from my pre-op weight. food has been good, I am sticking to what the Dr & NUT reccomended for menus, liquid-full liq- purees etc and have not come across anything that is not tolerated, yet. I went to a friends for thanksgiving last weekend & even ventured some turkey, mashed potatoes & a couple brussel sprouts. I chewed it all to bits and it went down well Next week will be a huge challenge as I will be driving to Missouri on the 17th. I will be taking a cooler with prepared food with me & lots of Protein Shakes !

[Jordan1923 27]

Cinder sounds like you are doing great. Keep it up. Mostly I am doing good and hoping/wishing to lose at a faster past as I am rather impatient.

I am now eating a little more real food such as Soups, crackers, toast but in limited amounts. I am having a hard time knowing when to stop and than 30min later I am stuffed and ill because I ate too much. A bit of a learning curve I guess.

[Cinders 56]

I hear ya ! This whole journey is one big learning curve LOL!! Have a great weekend

[phantompouch 19]

Ilive in the USA....anyone here on the Canadian forum ever gone to Dr. Guillermo Allvarez in Mexico for the GS procedure ? he has a clinic in Piedras Negras....and I have been getting mixed messages from former patients and others posting fine results.....?