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I am having the same problem 7 months out. I am at my goal weight of 150lbs and still losing 1-2 lbs a week because I can't eat enough calories to stop. I am 5'6" and had a starting weight of 236lbs. I am thrilled with my weight loss and have had very few negative effects but am getting...

Hi there, I just had DS surgery with Dr. Ungson in Mexicali and could not be happier. Patient care is great as is the level of medical attention. I was scared shitless to go but, am now 2 weeks out, and healing nicely. I wish you much success, Michelle

Hi everyone, I am now 2 weeks post op and am healing very well. My wounds are closed. I am also down 22lbs! I have been getting about 50 grams of protien in through bone broth and Genepro and 50-60 fluid ounces of liquid.=. I have started a couple of spoons of yogurt, apple sauce and pureed...

Back from Mexicali and doing well Published by michelle vasey in the blog michelle vasey's blog. Views: 1 Hi everyone, I had my DS surgery with Dr. Ungson in Mexicali on 9/25/18. The whole experience was very good and the care top of the line. I was up and walking the same day but really did...

I am so grateful to both of you for your time and assistance. I am going forward with a self-pay surgery and will continue my appeals process for recompense. Again, thank you!!!

I am setting this up! Are there any other members of the support group who went to Dr. Esquerra?

That was great. Thanks for sharing.

I would love to hear how your are doing.

I am so excited for you and can't wait to see how your surgery goes. I am fighting my insurance company now and am gratified to hear of your success. Heal well, my friend, and please keep us informed of your progress!

Great to meet you too and I would love to keep in touch outside of the forum if you are up for it. Let me know.

Great to meet

Hi all, I went to the support meeting last night and it was a wonderful experience. So many lovely people and stories. 3 patients with 10 year anniversaries!! Congratulations to the 2 one year anniversaries as well! Thank you to all of you for making me feel so welcome and answering my...

No objections.

Yes, please let him know.

Hi everyone, I will reach out to my avenging angels Diane and Larra separately but wanted to publish my denial from my Kaiser email as follow: SANJOY KUMAR DUTTA MD 07/26/2018 03:49 PMPrintDelete weight loss surgery Hello Michelle M Vasey It was a pleasure talking to you. As we discussed, I...

Got it. Thanks Diana. I will move forward and have all you recommend to back me up. Yes, I HAVE to take Advil on a regular basis to cope with my back pain. I have a relatively high tolerance for pain after 20 years but have days where I have to take 3 pills 4 times per day. Opiates make me ill...

I don't know what NSAIDs are. I'm sorry I don't have the medical knowledge you guys have. Even with my reading, I am not a veteran yet. My dad is dying from diabetes and has less than 12% kidney function. It worries me greatly. Fast forward: I just got off the phone with Dr. Dutta who, quelle...

Hi everyone, I have been on holiday with my family at the Oregon coast. I am looking forward to meeting many of you at the next meeting. In the mean time, Kaiser has set up a second telephone consultation with another bariatric surgeon, Dr. Dutta at 3pm tomorrow. I think someone mentioned he is...

Thanks Diane. What time is the meeting tonight?

I really want to but have to work that day. What time is the meeting?