Anyone recommend a excellent VSG surgeon in eastern PA?

jarabacoagirl
on 5/16/12 1:17 am

VSG on 12/17/12

I have been researching surgeon even in Mexico. But I think that it would be difficult for me to travel after surgery. I getting a loan to have surgery since i'm self pay. I have been try to research doctors in the area that are experienced with the VSG so I would have to travel. Money is an issue but not everything. I want the most experienced VSG doctor out there. Any recommendations for the area. I'm about 1 hour outside of Philadelphia. But would probably go anywhere in Eastern PA.

HW 302 lbs. SW 279.8 lbs. CW 193.8 lbs MFP Jarabacoagirl Preop diets 22.2 lbs, 1st month 21.2 lbs, 2nd month 14.6 lbs, 3rd month 11.2 lbs, 4th month 7 lbs, 5th month 7 lbs, 6th month 6.8 lbs, 7th month 5.2 lbs, 8th month 4.4 lbs 9 and 10th months slowed down didn't record exactly

108.2 lbs lost from highest weight!

(86.2 lbs of that was lost since surgery date)

NomoreXL
on 5/17/12 11:48 pm, edited 5/17/12 11:48 pm

VSG on 05/04/12 with

I went to Mexico May 4th and thought the same way how am I going to make it on a plane?! Dr.Alvarez does something that I have never heard of he goes the extra mile.And I have had 2 other laparoscopic surgeries here in the states that they leave the gas in you after the surgery.That is one of the big reasons you have so much pain.1-Because you just had laparoscopic surgery and 2- they leave the gas in you and that pressure hurts really bad! I did not have that with this surgery at all!! Dr. Alvarez takes that extra step to make you comfortable by using a special machine to take out the gas that he puts in to do the surgery.He really has all the details covered for your comfort.He looks out for us =) his patients,we are the proof of all his good work. Please check him out. You will not be disappointed. Flying back was no problem at all!! Michelle P.S HE IS THE MOST EXPERIENCED!READ HIS BOOK!!!

NomoreXL

jarabacoagirl
on 5/18/12 1:56 am, edited 5/18/12 1:59 am

VSG on 12/17/12

I do really believe that. And wish either he or Dr Aceves were local. And I have his book and I've read 2/3s of it. If I was going to Mexico I was deciding between him and Dr Aceves.
However I have more issues than just worrying about the gas. I have major edma and tendenitias in one of my ankles with bad issues of vericos vains. (Sorry can't spell) I'm really worried about a blood clot with flying pre or post surgery. The last time I flew my one ankle tripled in size. (This is not an exaggeration.) Also I have multiple bruises all over the place from not fitting in the seat and not even fitting in the bathroom. I told myself I would not fly again until I loose weight. I have a 53 inch waist (size 30 pants) I can't even fit in the 1st classes seats because of the arms. It stinks being large. Which we all know and why we are all getting surgery.

HW 302 lbs. SW 279.8 lbs. CW 193.8 lbs MFP Jarabacoagirl Preop diets 22.2 lbs, 1st month 21.2 lbs, 2nd month 14.6 lbs, 3rd month 11.2 lbs, 4th month 7 lbs, 5th month 7 lbs, 6th month 6.8 lbs, 7th month 5.2 lbs, 8th month 4.4 lbs 9 and 10th months slowed down didn't record exactly

108.2 lbs lost from highest weight!

(86.2 lbs of that was lost since surgery date)

jarabacoagirl
on 5/18/12 1:57 am

VSG on 12/17/12

P.S. I didn't know you were in PA? What part? I live near Phoenixville about 1 hour from Philadelphia.

HW 302 lbs. SW 279.8 lbs. CW 193.8 lbs MFP Jarabacoagirl Preop diets 22.2 lbs, 1st month 21.2 lbs, 2nd month 14.6 lbs, 3rd month 11.2 lbs, 4th month 7 lbs, 5th month 7 lbs, 6th month 6.8 lbs, 7th month 5.2 lbs, 8th month 4.4 lbs 9 and 10th months slowed down didn't record exactly

108.2 lbs lost from highest weight!

(86.2 lbs of that was lost since surgery date)

NomoreXL
on 5/18/12 7:47 am

VSG on 05/04/12 with

Oh my Gosh!! I did not even think about blood clots or edema, or any of that. I am sorry. Yes you are right those seats are very tight. I will keep my opinion to myself. I know you will find the best Dr. for you close to home. Some of the Surgeons records look great around Philly. Be Blessed!!! Michelle

NomoreXL

jarabacoagirl
on 5/18/12 1:59 pm

VSG on 12/17/12

Yeah I sure wish that one or both of the Dr As where local. Now I feel like I'm starting all over with research. But I am done to 2 doctors because Abington hospital has a good self pay program. (Still expensive but more reasonable then everywhere else in the area.) There's 3 doctors there associated with the program so one is extremely new so I'm debating between the other 2.
I hope your weight loss journey goes well. Take care. ~Tammy

HW 302 lbs. SW 279.8 lbs. CW 193.8 lbs MFP Jarabacoagirl Preop diets 22.2 lbs, 1st month 21.2 lbs, 2nd month 14.6 lbs, 3rd month 11.2 lbs, 4th month 7 lbs, 5th month 7 lbs, 6th month 6.8 lbs, 7th month 5.2 lbs, 8th month 4.4 lbs 9 and 10th months slowed down didn't record exactly

108.2 lbs lost from highest weight!

(86.2 lbs of that was lost since surgery date)

NomoreXL
on 5/19/12 12:52 am

VSG on 05/04/12 with

Tammy- I am really excited for you on your new journey to a healthy new you.You are going to feel so good& have so much more energy. The most important part is your health! But the fringe benefits you are going to love too. I know you will choose the perfect doctor for yourself. Never Give Up! Be Blessed=) Michelle

NomoreXL

jarabacoagirl
on 5/19/12 3:13 am

VSG on 12/17/12

Thank you!
Looks like you already lost a good chuck of weight. I take it that liquid diet must be paying off. Way to go. :-)

HW 302 lbs. SW 279.8 lbs. CW 193.8 lbs MFP Jarabacoagirl Preop diets 22.2 lbs, 1st month 21.2 lbs, 2nd month 14.6 lbs, 3rd month 11.2 lbs, 4th month 7 lbs, 5th month 7 lbs, 6th month 6.8 lbs, 7th month 5.2 lbs, 8th month 4.4 lbs 9 and 10th months slowed down didn't record exactly

108.2 lbs lost from highest weight!

(86.2 lbs of that was lost since surgery date)

Anyone recommend a excellent VSG surgeon in eastern PA?

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Anyone recommend a excellent VSG surgeon in eastern PA?