Question:
who in here know doctor leonardo claros?from boston,mass

i need to know more about all tipes of proccedures from the bigining till the en of the surgery thanks    — luijess (posted on February 20, 2009)

February 20, 2009
I don't know your Doctor, but I have done some research and have posted it on my profile page. You can find it at: http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/hubarlow/ . You can find my research on my post titled "Surgical Comparisons." If you can't find it on the main profile page, look for it in the March 2008 Archives. There are videos of most procedures and a thorough explanation of each type of procedure that is commonly practiced today. I hope this helps. Hugh
   — hubarlow

February 20, 2009
I know Leo, his partner Nicole is my surgeon. What a great team they are. I've lost 60 pounds since my lap band was installed in May! Hurray! They are very thorough. There is a waiting period prior to surgery in which you are to meet your insurance requirements. That differs from company to company, so check with your insurer. There is a monthly support group meeting at the hospital that is available to those who want to participate. Once you have been approved by your insurance you will be requested to loose about 5% of your total body weight in order to make surgery more accessible and less stressful to your body. The procedure is completed and you will wake up in the recovery room where you will be well taken care of. One of the nurses that cared for me also had the lab band procedure done by Leo and she was doing fabulous and was a grea resource. You will be encouraged to drink small sips of clear liquid because your stoma or bypass area will be swollen from the surgery. This is normal. Your body has gone through a trauma, not unlike any accident. You will also be encouraged to get out of bed and start walking around as soon after surgery as possible. I was up within 2 hours and was ready for discharge the next day. I really didn't feel hungry for a couple of days and kept walking and moving around to prevent gas buildup and also because there may be some shoulder pain associated with surgery. Keep walking and you may be able to avoid the pain completely. Afterwards it is important to continue communicating with your doctor, surgeon, nutritionist and your support group. Keep active and on the days you feel down about your decision remember the original reason you decided surgery was going to help you be the best you that you could be. Be assured you are in good hands with the Weight Loss Center. Best of luck in your journey!
   — mannecote

February 25, 2009
I too had Dr Nicole Pecquex who works with Dr Leo Claros and I agree with the other posting - - they are a fabulous team. I honestly can not say enough good things about them and the staff at Saint Elizabeths - - by far this is the best thing I have ever done! I only wish I had done it a lot sooner.
   — CeCzaplciki