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  • Username: beachesgal
  • Location: Pace, FL, USA
  • Member Since: 3/20/2003
  • BMI: 32.1
  • Hoping to have surgery
  • Surgery Type: VSG (05/20/08)
  • Surgeon: Guillermo Alvarez
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Goals

Feel Attractive again

58 People
 in progress, 
21 People
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TO BE A BETTER ME TO BE HAPPY AND HEALTHY...

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Surgeon Testimonial

Guillermo Alvarez
My first impression of Dr. Alvarez was DAM! I'M SO FAT, AND HE'S SO HANDSOME!!!! I know...I know...just couldn't help myself. My impression never did change over time...It only got better. I was crying when I first walked in his office, and his beautiful nature as a human being was way overwhelming...SUCH a gem of a doctor! He made me feel safe and secure IMMEDIATELY! And NO, not cause he's handsome! :-) The office staff....mainly Susan, his coordinator was simply awesome. She ALWAYS took the time to answer my calls and/or email. She's # 1 in my book! What I liked most about her was she seemed concerned and caring, giving my questions full attention. Anyway, Dr. A went over everything....what the results should be...what the risks are....how important to follow the rules...and to top it off, I CANNOT thank the Dr/staff enough for their show of utter respect not only to me, but to my son!! They each totally made my son feel at ease, and like it was VERY important for him to know everything as well! And I cannot thank them enough for that! Surgical competence and bedside manner are rated a 12! Dr. Alvarez and his staff are the top of the line. I sincerely thank them for giving me back my life! Wow...HOW do you thank someone for that? I must say....I have NEVER experienced a doctor in the States like this one....I just haven't. God Bless Dr. Alvarez
Member Interests
  • Pets - I have an Italian Greyhound, a mixed shepherd, 1 cat and 1 rabbit
  • Poetry - I enjoy reading and writing poetry..It soothes my soul
  • Needlework, Knitting & Crocheting - I have made two afghans by Swedish Weaving
  • Parenting - I ADORE my precious son. So smart and handsome!
  • Walking - Hoping to get back into walking without pain.
  • Music - I ADORE MUSIC, and all kinds...no opera, thank you
  • Collectibles - I collect minature giraffes
  • Religion & Spirituality - I believe Spirituality and Religion are different
  • Comedy - One of my favorite movies is Vacation
  • Shopping - I LIVE to shop! Especially online

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by judyanne on 4/5/08 7:04 pm
    Tuesday is your day! Just remember you are on the journey of a lifetime. Try to enjoy every minute. It may sound weird now, but know that you are cared for and prayed for here, and all too soon this will be but a memory and you will be an inspiration to someone else. I am waiting for you on the losers' bench! ~JudyAnne~
  • Comment by ambadiva on 7/13/07 4:51 am
    Donna...It's great to hear you found a Center of Excellence near you and that you are beginning your classes so soon. Keep me posted on this. You have such strength and determination...you are beautiful. Hugs, Barbara
  • Comment by janetms on 3/31/03 9:35 am
    Donna, I never gave up coffee before or after surgery.... no problems, just drink more water best wishes to you
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Afraid to post
posted on 5/15/08 6:52 am
I really am afraid to post...I feel like my surgery will be jinxed somehow AGAIN.  That's because I've TRIED so many times to have it, and it never panned out for some reason or another.  In just 5 days I'll be on the operating table...Ya know...I am scared of course, but I also feel excitement.  These are normal feelings.  God I just want it to happen.  PLEASE GOD LET IT BE, AND MAY YOU WORK THROUGH DR. ALVAREZ SO I MAY HAVE A SUCCESSFUL SURGERY.  PLEASE DON"T ALLOW ANY LEAKS....EVER.....AND MAY I HAVE AN EASY RECOVERY.  I LOVE YOU..AND PUT MY TRUST AND FAITH IN YOUR HANDS NOW.. MY GOD  AMEN.  I am so ready to have this surgery.  I just hurt all the time.  My feet are swollen today.  My back hurts....I'm not gonna bore you with it all...I know you already know...most of you have been there, or are going through it now.  I can't wait to sit on that loser's bench...I will be posting more about the surgery when I return home.  I hope all my OH friends are healthy, and I wish you ALL much happiness!


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