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I am headed to Eagle Pass, TX in July and then on to see Dr. Alvarez in Mexico for my sleeve surgery!! I have researched several Dr's for over a year before making my decision to go with Dr. Alvarez, however he was my first choice!! Would love to hear from anyone that has been to the same Dr. I am looking to loose over 150 lbs! I'm 5' 8" tall and 340 lbs! I'm so ready to begin my wonderful new journey.

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Hi! I'm 10 days post-op and can tell you Dr. Alvarez and his team are great. I've had no issues thus far:)

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Yep march 14

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I will be there July and I'm very excited!! My mom keeps asking me if I'm worried or scared but I don't feel that way at all.. At first I thought I would because I'm going to Mexico but I have a very happy and excited feeling!! I'm so ready for July to get here!! Congrats and good luck to all of you!

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You guys will be fine...its not a walk in the park but for a little discomfort at first you will have lasting benifits

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Actually, I fly on the 11th and my surgery date is the 12th. Even though I hear and read nothing but terrific things about him, I'm sill nervous about the surgery.

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I'm having issues finding the threads I post on and get replies lol sorry I'm just now responding! I am not flying in, however we are driving a 15+ hour trip!!

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I was sleeved on March 30. Great Dr with great staff. Your in good hands.

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I'm having issues finding the threads I post on and get replies lol sorry I'm just now responding! I am not flying in' date=' however we are driving a 15+ hour trip!![/quote']

I am 15 days out of surgery. Did great. Love the staff and Dr. Alvarez of course!! We drove to Eagle Pass from South Carolina. It was a long trip but certainly worth it!!! You will do great.

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Me! My surgery is this Friday...getting excited!

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Me! My surgery is this Friday...getting excited!

You are going to do great!! It was such a positive experience. I loved him and his entire staff!!! Good luck and congratulations!! I'm excited for you!

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