Recomendations for Sleeve Surgery - Wyomng/Utah Area

Lost my band in December in which I had it for almost 3 years.  Dr that removed it didn't really give me another option.  My BMI is about 35.  Have pretty well decided that I would like info about the Sleeve and Doctors that are good in my area.  I would consider Idaho Falls Area or Salt Lake City even though I live in central Wyoming.  I do not want Dr. Balliro. Does anyone have suggestions on as to who I should consult with?  I would have to do self pay; I just lost my insurance until July and I doubt any insurance company would want to do a third bariatric type surgery on my behalf.  Any ideas?

Sherry

Hi Sherry:

I'm not well versed in the Sleeve Revision and actually you would be considered I believe, a Virgin Procedure as I am assuming you've had no work done to your pouch up to this point...But if your willing to travel, I bet Midwestern Girl could give you a few ideas. I believe she went from a band to a sleeve...

Good Luck to you!

JRolfson

Sherry, maybe go on the VSG forum and check there.

I revised from a band to sleeve and went to Aceves in Mexicali.  It's cheaper than in the US, more experience and better stats than anyone I can find in the US or MX and he keeps you in the hospital for 3 nights.

He's done over 500 sleeves and never had a leak.

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The above is one of his nurses.

Dr. Alvarez is quite experienced as well.  Mexican surgeon with a great reputation... and many Band to Sleeves.

in California, many go to the LapSF guys... but they're more expensive for self-pays... around $17k vs. $10-12k in Mexico.

Whatever you do, insist on a tight sleeve.  Also, please go to an experienced VSG surgeon.  More and more bariatric surgeons are adding the Sleeve, but they are still inexperienced.