Best decision I've made (11/29/2012)
I couldn't be happier about this surgery. Granted, willpower is still a major factor, as you will need to follow the liquid diet for a short period of time. I know I'll be able to loose all the weight I want, and keep it off! WooHoo... 11 pounds in one week! I don't want to take pics yet, I need to ... * read more.
A great experience (11/29/2012)
Had a great experience with Dr almanza and his staff. Facility was clean and the staff were compassionate and happy. The outside and area of this facility does not so justice for what's to come on the inside. Two weeks post op today and feeling great!!... * read more.
Seven days and counting (11/29/2012)
The staff/coordinator's where wonderful, my flight was canceled then put on stand by only to be canceled at the end of the night, long day. I was able to get out of our air port by the next day, There driver picked me and my step daughter up at the air port and on to the Jerusalem Hospital and from... * read more.
Do what you want while you have the chance (11/29/2012)
I started off I thought was 180lbs but is was more like 185lbs. Today is 11/28/12 and I now weigh 165lbs, so I am on my way. But I do forget you do have to eat slow & not asuch. Had stitches taken out 10 days after surgery, maybe too soon on the larger one cause it is taking a little while to clo... * read more.
Surgery on July 4th, 2012- my "independence day"..... and, best decision ever!!!!! (11/26/2012)
After struggling with my weight for most of my life, I knew that something had to change. My weight was up to 390 lbs (I'm 6'1"); my blood pressure was continuing to climb even with medication; my blood sugar was at diabetic levels; my back, knees, and legs were in constant pain & had trouble with s... * read more.
Doing great after 6 days ! (11/26/2012)
Hi, I would like to first say that I am doing great after only 6 days of the operation. Very happy I did it, lost 10 pounds already. A few cramps here and there but nothing to bad. Second, I would like to reassure anybody who is thinking about going down to Tijuana to get the operation with Dr. A... * read more.
The Best Care (11/26/2012)
I have never had the care in the United States like the care I received from Dr. Almanza and his team. The most amazing experience I have ever had medically! ... * read more.
Back on Track!!!! (11/26/2012)
Hello everyone, today is the 23rd of November, 2012 and I'm 6 days post op. I went to Tijuana Mexico to have the surgery done by Dr. Almanza at the Jeruesalem Clinica and my experience was great. They were very sterile, profesional, caring. I had no problems so far I feel great. Since the start of m... * read more.
Sleeved in Mexico by Dr. Almanza (11/26/2012)
I am very pleased to have been able to afford to have the gastric sleeve surgery in Mexico because I couldn't afford to have the surgery in the US because of the very high cost and my insurance wouldn't cover the surgery. The staff were very friendly and the clinic, although small, was very clean. I... * read more.
Take the step toward liberation...it is safe and it is possible (11/21/2012)
I am a Registered Nurse and I could not get under 210 pounds no matter how much I dieted and worked out. I researched Dr. Almanza and the Jerusalem Hospital. I felt confident and comfortable in my decision. All of the steps were explained to me, All of the Doctors and staff made me feel comfortable,... * read more.
