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I live in Marrero.

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I live in Waggaman. I was sleeved 8/22/2012. I went to Mexico because my insurance didnt cover it.

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I went to dr Kelly but have read a lot of good about dr Alvarez too. I didn't feel unsafe, my 19 yo son went with me and I'm glad I did it. No regrets. I'm losing slower than average due to health history, but IM LOSING! 250 day if surgery 213 now. 265 before preop diet. It has its hard times, but if you are emotionally ready, it's sooo worth it!

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It was less than $500 round trip. I flew to I think Dallas first than San Diego. Flight home was on...considering my flight back to New Orleans got cancelled because of hurricane Isaac. I did get to fly into Biloxi and my sis came and picked me up. Take a couple fixes if dissolving gas x.

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I live in Hammond but I'm being sleeved in Covington La

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I live in Livingston, was sleeved in New Iberia

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I just came back from Nola today, it'll soon be my home, currently living in Houston, tx. My other half lives in Kenner. I went to Dr. Alvarez and can't say enough about him. I was sleeved July 7th, SW: 250, currently I'm 196.... Very happy!

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I was sleeved Nov. 5th by Dr Treen at West Jeff. It has been great. It has been the easiest operation I have ever gone thru.His staff is very good.

I'm one month out and have lost 30# since surgery another 30 prior to. I feel great about to start going to the gym. I just walk and play basketball as my exercise now.

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