100% BeSt DeCiSiOn EvEr... (02/24/2015)
I had inquired about information on gastric sleeve surgery not expecting to actually have it done right away. I spoke with weight loss agents several times over a two week period. They answered my questions and concerns regarding the surgery. Some of the agents have actually had the surgery themselv... * read more.
its a process and everyone is different (02/23/2015)
So I went to have the surgery got there on Thursday and was scheduled to have the surgery on Friday the 9th of Jan 2015. While doing all of my pre surgery testing they offered to do the surgery that day (Thursday) so I gladly excepted. Its been 6 weeks since my surgery and I have lost about 25lbs ... * read more.
What I thought it would be like and what is really was like.. (02/22/2015)
I guess I thought I could handle the pain and it wouldn't be a big deal. I was wrong! First, let me say that I have fibromyalgia and this is the reason why the pain was greater for me then it is for most people. However, after 3 days the pain was gone. I knew I would have to eat less and I am fine w... * read more.
The Start To My Weight Loss Journey (02/22/2015)
Hi my name is Andrea and I'm excited that I did the sleeve surgery. The photo by the Christmas tree was my before the surgery weighing at 202lbs. As of today, I've lost 22lbs in three weeks since the surgery. My diabetes is under control, I used insulin medication before and no longer have too. My b... * read more.
Gastric Sleeved = BRAIN SURGERY (02/20/2015)
Making the courageous decision to have the gastric sleeve surgery through Dr. Almanza@ HMN hospital was the best decision I could have ever made. Not only was I sleeved but I am convinced there must have been some kind of brain surgery too... lol... I feel better than I have in years and have so muc... * read more.
Now the work begins (02/20/2015)
This was the best decision that I have ever made. The staff was wonderful, and helpful.... * read more.
Truly Happy I did this! (02/19/2015)
This is something I felt was important to do for myself and my health. I am a yo-yo dieter where I can lose 30-40 pounds at a time but always then relax and start eating my old ways and always gain it back plus. I am 62 yrs old and was 234 lbs., borderline diabetic and it had become hard to do the... * read more.
My secret sleeve (02/19/2015)
I had a good experience but there was so much I didn't know beforehand, during and after surgery that's life changing. I plan to write a book called My Secret Sleeve since no one knows I had this done! I want to help others who are trying to decide to have this surgery. ... * read more.
Awesome (02/18/2015)
I had my surgery with Dr. Almanza on 02/12/15 he and his staff are awesome from the nurses to the transportation guys they take very good care of you I would recommend him to anyone that ask me I will keep everyone updated on my progress HW 460 SW 440 CW 425 as of 02/18/15... * read more.
six months later (02/18/2015)
the after picture in this testimonial was taken 6 months after surgery the before picture was exactly one year before. As you can see this surgery has helped me out a lot. I am grateful to Dr Almanza and all of his staff.... * read more.
