leslie01 6 Posted March 28, 2013 Anyone recently go to him? My surgery is April 12. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lala2012 13 Posted March 28, 2013 I'm scheduled for May 6th with Dr Lopez. Janese is my coordinator. She just sent me the pre op diet today, I am not looking forward to 2 weeks of Protein Shakes and salad. But I guess it could be worse. 40 days to go, I'm super excited! I would also love to hear feedback from his other patients. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LutheranChicTN 9 Posted March 28, 2013 I'm going April 26th. The pre-op diet isn't horrible. It just takes some adjusting to get used to it. You still want to aim for about 800-1000 per day. Remember LOTS of Protein is the key thing. The goal isn't necessarily to lose additional weight but to shrink your liver so that it's easier to operate on you. =) When I need a snack I grab a hard boiled egg or sometimes another Protein Shake. Everyone has their own preference on Protein Shakes. I originally went with the EAS AdvantEDGE because they have 17g protein. I also went to Unjury (http://www.unjury.com/store/protein/unjury-protein/unjury-starter-pack.html) and ordered the starter kit because I heard good things about their shakes. I personally love the chocolate Splendor. But they also offer a chicken Soup flavor in case you get tired of vanilla, Chocolate and strawberry. I've been doing the pre-op since Jan because of my high BMI. I'm down 40lbs so far!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lala2012 13 Posted March 28, 2013 Great job on your weight loss so far. I've been drinking Premier Protein shakes from costco, 30g Protein in 11 oz. they're not bad. I hate the bitter taste other drinks have. I've just been getting bored of chocolate, I can't stand the vanilla ones. I've lost 10 lbs since December but I lost focus early February when my insurance denied me. I decided to just self pay cuz it wasn't worth it to wait another year to try for approval again. I'll have to see if I can get Unjury sample packs, I know someone who owns a Vitamin shop and he's always giving me samples of the different brands and favors, I just can't stomach them. Guess I'll just have to suck it up. What's a little gagging for a smooth surgery! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leslie01 6 Posted March 28, 2013 I will do my pre op starting Monday. Should be fun Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jokiedoe 3 Posted March 28, 2013 I go to Dr. Lopez. May 23, 2013. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marlygirly 29 Posted March 28, 2013 Dr. Lopez is a very professional, good doctor. You will be in great hands. I was sleeved on the 4th of March with him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
libbyb 17 Posted March 29, 2013 Oh finally hearing other people that have had him! I am going April 24 but was starting to freak if been scammed as I hadn't heard from anyone else that had him! I am having revision surgery as had the worst dream about it last night! Eek Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leslie01 6 Posted March 29, 2013 I have him April 12! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buffygirl 12 Posted March 29, 2013 Hi Dr Lopez did my surgery in Oct. 2012 in Puerto Vallarta. Had no problems after at all. Dr lopez was great, he is very caring and you'll be in good hands. I would recommend him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marlygirly 29 Posted March 29, 2013 Oh finally hearing other people that have had him! I am going April 24 but was starting to freak if been scammed as I hadn't heard from anyone else that had him! I am having revision surgery as had the worst dream about it last night! Eek Don't worry! He is great! And Dr. Ortiz assisted my surgery and he is also very good! You will be very well taken care of, I promise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leslie01 6 Posted March 30, 2013 James's has been great. Dr Lopez is doing mine. April 12. I am 39 and my parents are worried and joining me on the journey. Lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gettinsleeved 39 Posted March 31, 2013 I am scheduled with Dr. Lopez and Ortiz on April 9th, 1 week to go!!!! 1 marlygirly reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leslie01 6 Posted April 1, 2013 Starting my food prep tomorrow. 12 days. Gulp Share this post Link to post Share on other sites