I have serious doubts about this post's authenticity.  I read an identical post in another forum on this website about two weeks ago.

I had surgery with Dr. Almanza 10 days ago.  I saw him every day after surgery until I returned home.  The clinic and recovery house staff ww attentive and professional. 

I went to Mexico to have surgery with the expectation that everything would be different than a typical US surgical procedure.  I got what I went for.  I was well-cared for, and my recovery has been swift and free of complications.

Tragedies happen everywhere, occasionally due to neglect, usually due to our humanity.  My experience with the Jerusalem Clinic staff is that they provide conscientious, professional care to their patients.  A healthy dose of skepticism is required here.

The pain during the first day was excruciating.  As I am in the second day it still hurts, but I feel better.  I cannot believe how hungry I was yesterday, but I have been able to eat a spoonful of jello so my hunger is much better.  I can feel the food going down when I swallow.  I have lost some lbs. but I don't know exactly how many after surgery.   More to come....

Thanks! Congrats on your achievements! keep trying to reach your goal. I also, didn't want to do the Gastric....I'm 298 now and was up to 325 at one time, I would love to be at 200...and will be doing this surg...

Well I also had vbg in December 2008 when I was 298 and now I vary from 204-211, depending on what time of month it is being a woman, lol. I have a goal of 188 but honestly I haven't been pushing myself to reach it but recently have been focusing on reaching my goal by the new year.

When I was doing my research vbg wasn't popular nor were many people opting for this procedure. What I liked most was that my insides weren't moved around and it was one of the less invasive surgeries. I wasn't looking to loose too much weight and gastic really scared me. I'm happy where I'm at and if you every need support let me know! Good luck! Heide