Surgery on Monday!!

[DrCif]

Well, the time has come. We fly out to San Diego tomorrow morning for surgery on Monday. So excited but I think the reality of my life changing forever is starting to hit me. I've heard such positive feedback from so many people regarding the surgery, the hospital, and even life after banding...I just hope I have all the same experiences. I will post again after surgery...wish me luck!!

[RevyD]

Well, the time has come. We fly out to San Diego tomorrow morning for surgery on Monday. So excited but I think the reality of my life changing forever is starting to hit me. I've heard such positive feedback from so many people regarding the surgery, the hospital, and even life after banding...I just hope I have all the same experiences. I will post again after surgery...wish me luck!!

Good luck. Tomorrow is the beginning of your new life and you are going to love it

Debbie

[boogeyface]

Well, the time has come. We fly out to San Diego tomorrow morning for surgery on Monday. So excited but I think the reality of my life changing forever is starting to hit me. I've heard such positive feedback from so many people regarding the surgery, the hospital, and even life after banding...I just hope I have all the same experiences. I will post again after surgery...wish me luck!!

Good luck. You will do great. I am only 10 days post surgery and feeling well. Down 14 lbs. The doctors are GREAT and the facility is as shown on the internet. Don't be nervous.

[DwayneH]

Good luck it will be great. Congrats on your new lifestyle change.

[canuk98828]

Wishing you a safe journey and wonderful experiences. I am a week after you so I look forward to following your footsteps.

[Bandiva]

I am there for a fill Monday aft...THANK GOD!!! Best wishes to you...I will be sending you healing vibes! You will do great.

[PAMMIE]

RELAX AND ENJOY THE GREAT WEATHER DOWN THERE

[Kristi]

Congrats on your surgery. Let us know how everything went.

Sip sip sip and walk walk walk....

[DrCif]

Ok, I am on Day 2 of post-op...so far no real problems. Discomfort, yes, a little at times but no real pain. All 5 of us who had surgery that day (all such great people) were up, walking, and talking within 30 minutes of surgery. All except 1 of us were able to come back to the Marriot that same night because we were all doing so well.(The one that had to stay behind was only because she traveled alone not because she was having problems) The whole process was very easy and the day flew by. Dr. Ortiz stopped by my room pre-op and talked for about 15 minutes to calm my nerves, such a charming and amazing man!...not to mention easy on the eyes! Everyone at the OCC was professional, clean, and reassuring. I would recommend this option to any friend or family member in a heartbeat...and trust me, my husband and I had our "abort mission" plan ready to go if the place or situation appeared shady!! I am involved in a Lap-Band support group back in Minnesota and got a pretty hefty dose of superiority when I told them I was coming here...can´t wait to make them eat their words!

My experiences thus far:

1. Driver to pick us up from airport was about 1 hour late...not a big deal. We called the number and they informed us the driver was on his way.

2. Tijuana is a bit rough looking...don´t judge the OCC by the city of Tijuana or you´ll never go thru with it!

3. Be sure to get your Marriot meal discounts by letting them know you are with Dr. Ortiz...patient meals should be free and your companion´s meals should be 15% off. Write down your amounts of meals because they keep all the copies of the reciepts.

4. The pool area is so-so...very shaded so a bit too cool to just lounge around there...and I´m from Minnesota if that gives you any perspective

5. Gas X strips and liquid/meltaway Tylenol will be good friends of yours post-op.

6. Protein water is a wonderful way to get in some clear liquid protein to away weakness and dizzy feelings.

7. If you are afraid to walk the sidewalks of Tijuana for your hourly walking...just walk the halls of the hotel...housekeeping and I are on "hola" and "buenos dias" first name basis!

8. If you are doing your pre-op testing and surgery the same day, expect a few hour wait in the lobby as they call you back and forth to get individual testing done. The surgery is by far the quickest part of your day.

9. There is a Walmart that is clean and nice only a few blocks away.

10. The Marriot´s computer center keyboards are not US standard layout...so hopefully there are´t too many typos.

19 and a 1/2 more days of liquids to go...there is light at the end of the tunnel! Thanks to all of you for your support and good thoughts...this forum really helped relieve some major fears of mine. I will continue to post and read all of your info to help keep me on track.

Christy

[canuk98828]

Ok, I am on Day 2 of post-op...so far no real problems. Discomfort, yes, a little at times but no real pain. All 5 of us who had surgery that day (all such great people) were up, walking, and talking within 30 minutes of surgery. All except 1 of us were able to come back to the Marriot that same night because we were all doing so well.(The one that had to stay behind was only because she traveled alone not because she was having problems) The whole process was very easy and the day flew by. Dr. Ortiz stopped by my room pre-op and talked for about 15 minutes to calm my nerves, such a charming and amazing man!...not to mention easy on the eyes! Everyone at the OCC was professional, clean, and reassuring. I would recommend this option to any friend or family member in a heartbeat...and trust me, my husband and I had our "abort mission" plan ready to go if the place or situation appeared shady!! I am involved in a Lap-Band support group back in Minnesota and got a pretty hefty dose of superiority when I told them I was coming here...can´t wait to make them eat their words!

My experiences thus far:

1. Driver to pick us up from airport was about 1 hour late...not a big deal. We called the number and they informed us the driver was on his way.

2. Tijuana is a bit rough looking...don´t judge the OCC by the city of Tijuana or you´ll never go thru with it!

3. Be sure to get your Marriot meal discounts by letting them know you are with Dr. Ortiz...patient meals should be free and your companion´s meals should be 15% off. Write down your amounts of meals because they keep all the copies of the reciepts.

4. The pool area is so-so...very shaded so a bit too cool to just lounge around there...and I´m from Minnesota if that gives you any perspective

5. Gas X strips and liquid/meltaway Tylenol will be good friends of yours post-op.

6. Protein water is a wonderful way to get in some clear liquid protein to away weakness and dizzy feelings.

7. If you are afraid to walk the sidewalks of Tijuana for your hourly walking...just walk the halls of the hotel...housekeeping and I are on "hola" and "buenos dias" first name basis!

8. If you are doing your pre-op testing and surgery the same day, expect a few hour wait in the lobby as they call you back and forth to get individual testing done. The surgery is by far the quickest part of your day.

9. There is a Walmart that is clean and nice only a few blocks away.

10. The Marriot´s computer center keyboards are not US standard layout...so hopefully there are´t too many typos.

19 and a 1/2 more days of liquids to go...there is light at the end of the tunnel! Thanks to all of you for your support and good thoughts...this forum really helped relieve some major fears of mine. I will continue to post and read all of your info to help keep me on track.

Christy

[robbynnoel]

((((((((((((DrCif)))))))))))))))

Congrats fellow bandito! Thank you so much for posting the update on how you're doing. I'm so excited to hear your progress.

xo

Well, the time has come. We fly out to San Diego tomorrow morning for surgery on Monday. So excited but I think the reality of my life changing forever is starting to hit me. I've heard such positive feedback from so many people regarding the surgery, the hospital, and even life after banding...I just hope I have all the same experiences. I will post again after surgery...wish me luck!!

[Bambi]

It is so good to hear how you are doing. I am scheduled for Sept. 3 and can't wait. I like all you insights and general information. Thanks for sharing. Keep us updated non how you are doing. We care!

Ok, I am on Day 2 of post-op...so far no real problems. Discomfort, yes, a little at times but no real pain. All 5 of us who had surgery that day (all such great people) were up, walking, and talking within 30 minutes of surgery. All except 1 of us were able to come back to the Marriot that same night because we were all doing so well.(The one that had to stay behind was only because she traveled alone not because she was having problems) The whole process was very easy and the day flew by. Dr. Ortiz stopped by my room pre-op and talked for about 15 minutes to calm my nerves, such a charming and amazing man!...not to mention easy on the eyes! Everyone at the OCC was professional, clean, and reassuring. I would recommend this option to any friend or family member in a heartbeat...and trust me, my husband and I had our "abort mission" plan ready to go if the place or situation appeared shady!! I am involved in a Lap-Band support group back in Minnesota and got a pretty hefty dose of superiority when I told them I was coming here...can´t wait to make them eat their words!

My experiences thus far:

1. Driver to pick us up from airport was about 1 hour late...not a big deal. We called the number and they informed us the driver was on his way.

2. Tijuana is a bit rough looking...don´t judge the OCC by the city of Tijuana or you´ll never go thru with it!

3. Be sure to get your Marriot meal discounts by letting them know you are with Dr. Ortiz...patient meals should be free and your companion´s meals should be 15% off. Write down your amounts of meals because they keep all the copies of the reciepts.

4. The pool area is so-so...very shaded so a bit too cool to just lounge around there...and I´m from Minnesota if that gives you any perspective

5. Gas X strips and liquid/meltaway Tylenol will be good friends of yours post-op.

6. Protein water is a wonderful way to get in some clear liquid protein to away weakness and dizzy feelings.

7. If you are afraid to walk the sidewalks of Tijuana for your hourly walking...just walk the halls of the hotel...housekeeping and I are on "hola" and "buenos dias" first name basis!

8. If you are doing your pre-op testing and surgery the same day, expect a few hour wait in the lobby as they call you back and forth to get individual testing done. The surgery is by far the quickest part of your day.

9. There is a Walmart that is clean and nice only a few blocks away.

10. The Marriot´s computer center keyboards are not US standard layout...so hopefully there are´t too many typos.

19 and a 1/2 more days of liquids to go...there is light at the end of the tunnel! Thanks to all of you for your support and good thoughts...this forum really helped relieve some major fears of mine. I will continue to post and read all of your info to help keep me on track.

Christy