Anyone from the Gainesville, Fl area..

[ms_shea 6]

I am just starting the process and I am looking for a buddy/mentor in my area who has either gone through or going through this life changing adventure so that we can support each other along the way!

[simplysammi 134]

Hey. I'm in Gainesville! Do you have Dr. Ben-David?

[ms_shea 6]

Hey..No. I'm actually having my surgery in Ocala at Ocala Regional. I meet my surgeon on Monday.

[simplysammi 134]

Really. Dr. Ben-David at Shands is like number one in the state! He was great but I'm sure your surgeon will be great too though. when's surgery?

[ms_shea 6]

Wow really.. my surgeon was recommended and after some research I decided to go with him. The date has not been set yet, this will actually be my first appointment. I'm excited and nervous at the same time!!

[Ab1986 14]

Hey..No. I'm actually having my surgery in Ocala at Ocala Regional. I meet my surgeon on Monday.

I just had my surgery with Dr. Ramos at Ocala regional. Awesome doctor and great hospital! Had my surgery on march 19th and down 23lbs.

[ms_shea 6]

Wow..Congrats!! Dr. Ramos is in the same hospital my surgeon. He was my surgeon at first, but recently got changed to Dr. Jawad. I've heard good things about both surgeons.

[simplysammi 134]

Wow really.. my surgeon was recommended and after some research I decided to go with him. The date has not been set yet' date=' this will actually be my first appointment. I'm excited and nervous at the same time!![/quote']

It will fly by! This was honestly the best thing be ever done. I haven't had any problems and am super happy. Had surgery 12-12-12 and lost 70 pounds so far. Wish it were more but doesn't everyone. Haha. Anyway let me know if you have any questions!

[ms_shea 6]

Thanks..I have put it off for far too long!! I'm ready to start this new chapter in my life..there's so many things I want to do and I know I'll be much happier!!

[ms_shea 6]

OK so now I've completed all of the requirements... About how long did your approval take?

[ms_shea 6]

OK so now I've completed all of the requirements... About how long did your approval take?

[simplysammi 134]

Mine only took a few days! Have you heard back yet?

[ms_shea 6]

Yes.. I have been approved and my surgery date is July 11th

[ms_shea 6]

Yes.. I have been approved and my surgery date is July 11th

[simplysammi 134]

How's it going? Ready for July?