"DR Alvarez is the best and I sincerely mean that. He and his staff of doctors are incredible and are some of the most professional doctors I have ever witnessed. I would also say that his staff and the hospital staff are wonderful. I was well cared for the whole time I was there. From the moment I walked through the door and met Dr Alvarez, I felt confident that I was going to be okay. You see, I was there alone. Most patients have a family member or friend with them for support, I didn't. Fortunately, another patient's family decided to take on that role and made sure I was okay throughout my stay. The surgery went without a hitch as far as I felt. Dr. Alvarez works with 3 other doctors and it seemed as though one of the doctors including Dr Alvarez, was in the hospital checking on patients 2 or 3 times a day. Not to mention his staff being at the hospital at all times making sure we were all cared for. I was comfortable throughout my stay, which was all of Friday, all of Saturday, and discharged on Sunday. When you get ready to leave, Dr Alvarez makes sure you are ready and in doing so he provides you with needed medications and detailed instructions. Dr. Alvarez is a gift from God. The work he does for the obese population so we can improve our lives and experience much improved health is his calling. I got my life back and the money I spent to accomplish this by having the VSG surgery I consider an investment in the bank. It will allow me to continue my work and enjoy more that life has to offer. I 60 years old, and am 4 weeks post surgery. I started the pre-surgery diet 7 weeks ago and so far I have lost 54 lbs with a goal of at least 100, I am over half way there and I feel great. To anyone considering this surgical option, I can only say that Dr. Alvarez is the best. I also cannot go without mention of Rosie. Rosie is the driver who takes you from San Antonio to Eagle Pass and then into Piedras Negras (sp) and then back after discharge. I will just say that she is also a great member of the Dr's staff and a vital link in this whole process. Be safe."
