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Hi my name is Jaclyn, I am a 24 year old hairstylist in Florida. I am getting sleeved on September 24th, 2012 and I am nervous as hell! I have never had a surgery before, and I have never thought to fly out to Mexico to get one done... But I am. I have an appointment with Dr. Fernando Garcia. Anyone had surgery done by him? Did everything go well? Did you feel safe while you were there? Hospital clean? Nurses? Any advice would be greatly appreciated! I am definetley looking forward to my journey. I am tired of not feeling comfortable in my own body. It is time for me to think about myself for a change, I deserve it! Everyones' stories on here are always an inspiration to me! Thanks, I look forward to hearing from you guys!

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Hey girl! I am 24 too and going to Mexico on the 25th to get sleeved with dr aceves. Best of luck to you!

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Not much advice here... but I did want to wish you good luck on your surgery. I am having my sleeve on 9/27/2012. So we're in the same week!!! I am so excited. Not nervous at all, but I am sure I will be on the day of.

Take Care and Good Luck!!!

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Having my surgery done Nov 5th with Dr Garcia. I have only heard good things so far. Let us know how everything goes. I'm sure it will go well.

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