VSGJean 68 Posted October 22, 2012 There will be a sofa in your room for her. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buffygirl 12 Posted October 22, 2012 Im going to PV in november with Dr.Lopez. my sister will be with me and i am curious about the accomodations at the hospital for my guest. In the hospital there is a couch for your guest, my husband came but he stayed at the hotel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PattiS 4 Posted October 23, 2012 I am going to PV for surgery NOvember 16th. I had started the process here in BC but in September when the forums were stating the Provincial government had implimented cutbacks I decided to research alternatives. I have read only wonderful words of Dr. Lopez and Dr. Osuna. I am confident with my choice of Doctors. 24 days to go! 1 kortolano reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skookum 4 Posted October 24, 2012 I am going to PV for surgery NOvember 16th. I had started the process here in BC but in September when the forums were stating the Provincial government had implimented cutbacks I decided to research alternatives. I have read only wonderful words of Dr. Lopez and Dr. Osuna. I am confident with my choice of Doctors. <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> 24 days to go! That's great, Patti. Where are you from? I have a friend in Tij right now.... She says Dr.Lopez is great and everything is very professional and clean. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PattiS 4 Posted October 24, 2012 I'm in the southern interior in BC. How about you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skookum 4 Posted October 24, 2012 I'm in the southern interior in BC. How about you? I'm in the northern interior, originally from your area. Are you feeling positive about this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PattiS 4 Posted October 25, 2012 I'm in the northern interior, originally from your area. Are you feeling positive about this? I am super excited!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AmandaRaeLeo 2,146 Posted October 25, 2012 I am going to PV for surgery NOvember 16th. I had started the process here in BC but in September when the forums were stating the Provincial government had implimented cutbacks I decided to research alternatives. I have read only wonderful words of Dr. Lopez and Dr. Osuna. I am confident with my choice of Doctors. <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> 24 days to go! You'll have to let us know what your impression/experience like regarding quality of care. I'm also booked for Spring Break, 3/11/13. Amanda Rae Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mbabercrombie 13 Posted October 26, 2012 I am having surgery with him next Saturday. My friend just had surgery with him yesterday and she liked him and everything went really well 1 PattiS reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ready4newme 3 Posted October 26, 2012 I am booked with him for November 19. The decision was easy when it's all been positive about him. In still a little nervous but ready for the next step in my life. And since we will be in Tijuana for thanksgiving we celebrated yesterday so I could have the fried turkey once more lol about to start my pre op diet so nothing will stop me from moving forward. My husband is going along with me and I think he is more nervous than I am. 2 920amy and PattiS reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AmandaRaeLeo 2,146 Posted October 26, 2012 I am booked with him for November 19. The decision was easy when it's all been positive about him. In still a little nervous but ready for the next step in my life. And since we will be in Tijuana for thanksgiving we celebrated yesterday so I could have the fried turkey once more lol about to start my pre op diet so nothing will stop me from moving forward. My husband is going along with me and I think he is more nervous than I am. Best of luck. What are your preop diet guidelines? May I ask if you are high BMI? I am. 57 BMI, which is my main reason for using Dr. Lopez. Amanda Rae Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AmandaRaeLeo 2,146 Posted October 26, 2012 I am having surgery with him next Saturday. My friend just had surgery with him yesterday and she liked him and everything went really well Best of luck and hooray for your friend. I hope you'll share your experience with those of us that are waiting excitedly/anxiously. Amanda Rae Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mbabercrombie 13 Posted October 26, 2012 No I don't have a high BMI. I will definitely post my experience because I know how scary it is not knowing. I am still nervous myself even with my friend there. Best of luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ready4newme 3 Posted October 28, 2012 Sorry I haven't been on had things going on with my boys and their sports lol but no not a high BMI I am self pay and know someone who used him so I was able to get first hand info on the process. Of course I expect mine to be a little different since I am not her lol. And I will share my experience as well. I do plan on documenting my journey so I can look back and see just how far I have come. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ready4newme 3 Posted October 28, 2012 And about pre op I forgot to include they e-mailed me a packet that's pretty basic but it's done in steps so I think it will be fairly easy to stick with for the short amount of time I need to. I start on November 1 with 2 Protein Shakes (at least 15 grams of Protein per serving) 1 for Breakfast and 1 for lunch and a salad with no or low fat dressing (in extremely small amount) with a protein on the salad. I can have another Protein Shake in the evening if needed. Then 3 days before surgery I start taking a laxative and will start a clear liquid only diet. And that's it. Go for surgery and follow the post op part of the diet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites