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Hello OH Community! I have finally made the decision to get a revision surgery, sleeve to bypass. A little bit of background... was sleeved in 2012. Now I have regained weight, I have severe GERD with esophageal spasms, I have a really bad migrated hiatal hernia, and apparently my original…
KayLavonne
Due to severe GERD and a failed attempt to repair a hiatal hernia last year I found out today that I will be having another hernia repair surgery and the surgeon also recommended revision from sleeve to bypass. He was driving while he was telling me this so the call…
Kristie B.
Hi! I had gastric sleeve in 2015 and lost about 100 lbs. I had some stuff go on in my life and unfortunately went back to my old ways. Over the course of so many years most of the weight has crept back on. I’m so disappointed in myself and…
Ruby9999
I'm 44 yrs old and have been on disability since 2000 for my depression (and debated bipolar II). I have run the gammut of meds - to the point where the font almost requires a magnifier so I can keep it to one page. My therapist has spoken about how…
Jenb1202
Greetings, So I really hit a low point with some financial stress that I went through with a small business I have and reverted back to my old ways of dealing with things - very poor food choices over a couple of months. I feel terrible, but I am ready…
Freewheeler
Well we all did it again made it through another week of either calmness or chaos. The physicals went very well yesterday and I am back again at 4:45 for the second round. I have to make sure all employees have their proper paperwork, respirators, hearing protection, etc. plus meet…
ladygodiva1228read my surg report and it says VSG with the S being staples not sleeve. I am not having much luck googling tht, it comes up with sleeve! Did anyone else have staples instead of sleeve ? is that just how they did it 13 yrs ago? Any known complications…
who knows
Hi everyoneIt’s been almost 15years ago since I got my surgery in Tijuana Mx, and I got down to 130 from 240 and I kept the weight off for several years till Covid and family problems and depression got the best of me and I gained most of my weight…
Lricks0522
Good Friday morning. Today should be an easy day at work and hopefully we will be getting out a little early due to it being Good Friday and Easter weekend. I have to get my grocery list together so on my way home later I can stop and get everything…
ladygodiva1228
Hi everyone, I’m opening up today about something that is incredibly heavy, but it's a battle I know many of us are fighting in silence. As I continue my journey to find the right weight loss surgery tool, I am forced to look at the root of how…
SlashTheScale
Hi everyone, I hope you are all doing well, wherever you are at in your own weight loss surgery journey. Whether you are recovering from surgery, waiting for a date, or still trying to figure out the first step, I am sending you so much love and…
SlashTheScale
On June 7th 2026 I ran my 18th race event. This was the Griffith Park Trail Run. I don't particularly like trail running due to the uneven terrain. Climbing the hills are beautiful and you can't duplicate the peace and quiet and beauty of the seeing the landscape of the…
sirenwall
I had been stuck at the same spot forever! I went back to snacking on a slider food (popcorn) that just had too many carbs. I do best with zero snacks, logging every bite and drinking a lot. I fell in love with the "lose it" app because of how…
Jadeyesmiling
I had a sleeve revision in 2024. I am now 54 pounds away from my goal weight. I started at over 500lbs! Its been forever since I have been on here just trying to hit my goal.Hope to smash it out asap!!!
Jadeyesmiling
Hi everyone, First off, I want to apologize for being a bit quiet on here lately. Life has been a total whirlwind between keeping up with my job and taking care of my children. Balancing work and family doesn't leave a lot of extra hours in the day,…
SlashTheScale
I took the leap of faith and had my surgery in Tijuana, Mexico. I was 253 pounds when I started my pre-op liquid diet on May 11. I was 246 on the day of surgery, and now I'm down to 234. I must admit that this revision was much smoother…
getsemani
i began searching this journey May of 2008. My surgery was 12/22/2008. Here is my truth. I have learned so much form this journey and the most important is having the surgey is just a tool. Stay tuned....
Dr. Hollie W.
So, my surgery was initially scheduled for June 20, but I forgot about a prior engagement for that same day, so we pushed it up for May 23. I'm starting my liquid diet today, and boy, is it going to be challenging! I'm tipping the scale at 253.
getsemani
The Corn Maze of Healthcare: Why Is Surgery So Hard to Get? I used to think that being over 500 lbs was an "all-access pass" to the help I need. I figured if the "monster" of obesity is this big, the doors to surgery would swing wide open. Instead, I…
SlashTheScale
I did my research and walked into Dr. Ferzli’s office with a long list of questions. He was so personable, patient, and informative and didn't mind that I had a list. Dr. Ferzli treated me as if I were his only patient that first day and always. This surgery is…
Dr. Ferzli is so very kind and welcoming. He is always so encouraging, reassuring, and supportive. (Before and after my surgery.) His bariatric staff is very helpful and I am blessed to be in the hands of this team. I cannot say enough about the support groups and aftercare. May…
I had gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Alvarez and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. From the initial consultation through surgery and follow-up care, Dr. Alvarez was professional, knowledgeable, and supportive. They took the time to answer all my questions and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process.…
Dr Guillermo Alvarez was the BEST! His Staff was the best! My Cousin & I had had enough with the Semaglutide shots- I was stuck at my weight and just could not lose the weight. Slowly began to gain it back. I began to give up hope of ever losing…
If you are on this site looking for help, you should contact Dr. Alvarez. You won't find a better answer, doctor, staff, facility or follow up. I have waited to write a review, but only because the more time that passes, the more positive my review becomes, and I don't…
I recently had bariatric surgery and wanted to share my experience for anyone considering this journey. Making the decision was not easy, but it has truly been life-changing. My surgeon ( Dr. Alvarez) and the team at Endohospital made me feel comfortable and supported throughout the process. They explained everything…
