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  1. HI all....just got home from my first fill. I live in Central Illinois and decided to go back to the OCC for the fill. It was a really simple procedure and it honestly didn't hurt at all. I begged for a 2.0cc fill and he did give it to me. I am not feeling too full or anything like that but do have a full feeling after eating not much of anything so that is a good thing. Just wanted to share and let you all know that I had been really scared about the fill and it was truly nothing....glad it is over and we will see what happens from here. I have lost 35lbs from 2/08....cannot wait to lose the remaining 50lbs!~ take care all and hope you are doing great...bernadette and anita if you are reading this email me!~Sibiu71@hotmail.com love krista
  2. I seriously remember nothing at all about going to surgery EXCEPT walking into the OR and taking off the panties at the door..and the nurse was concerned b/c i was going to be naked..WHO Cares after three babies....I lost my modesty along time ago.....Thought it was funny that ...i only remembered the pretty panties!
  3. hi there, I got four bags while I was there and paid 30.00 per bag..they were burberry and coach and I also got two movado knock offs for 25.00 each..revolution is the best place to go! It was a ball..just keep saying no and they will keep going down in price! have a ball krista
  4. dear diva, you will do great...it wasn't that bad really..now the hardest part is the liquid post op diet....ugh!!!!! I went today to GNC and bought some protein powder in a banana flavor it is amazing mixed with strawberries and skim milk...not hungry after that...I have lost another six pounds am down to 181!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YIPEEEEEEEEEEEEEE I wish you all the best and please if you want to contact me feel free. I just had the greatest experience ever and would share any info you need. krista
  5. my husband and I took 600.00 and I spent it all shopping...there were some amazing bargains on purses in the revolution area that dr ortiz's mom told us about...i got a huge burberry knock off for 30.00 plus matching wallet for 15.00..a knock off mens/womens movado watch set for 50.00...my sister a purse for 30.00...I could have spent much more..just depends on how much you like to shop and bargain...I also bought a lot of medicine that is so much more expensive here in the states...we paid cash at the hotel for food and tips...I have traveled a lot in Europe and we always take cash..just use common sense and be very discrete about how you carry it, never take it all out at once...if you would feel safer leave some in the hotel safe...also never wear your best flashy jewelry..that was a bit of advice from my husband who grew up in Romania....it just singles you out as a "rich" american...be careful, have fun and use your senses! have a ball it was the greatest experience ever for us! krista
  6. I totally was impressed with the facility...I would not call it a hospital ..more a clinic.... very clean, imaculate surroundings, comfy bed, place for family to sit, rest etc...a phone to call home...Nicer than any Hospital I have been in the states...and I have been in a few ...so feel good about the OCC...I too found it hard to believe that somwhere in Mexico could be so great...WELL believe it! I cannot wait to go back for my fill.....I live in Illinois and could go to chicago for my followups but my hubby insists I go back to the OCC....he loved the dr's and the care i got there! please feel free to contact me with any questions you have my email is sibiu71@hotmail.com take care krista
  7. HI all, just wanted to let you all know about my awesome experience. Hubby and I arrived in san diego on the 10th at 830 we were picked up promptly and taken directly to the clinic..this was the worst part as we waited a lot to see the dentist and nutritionist and then were told we would have to see the heart dr the next day. So, we were then taken back to the hotel, it was nice...not fancy but very clean and nice. We went to the restraunt there I had fajitas they were simply awesome and then we went and did a little shopping. THen to to bed for the next day. We were picked up by mrs ortiz around 730..got to the clinic and from there everything is a blur.....They were sooo wonderful, kind, caring, concerned. I felt so safe!~ Was visited by Dr martinez, dr oritiz, and the anesthesiologist. I was very scared about the IV as I am a terrible stick..it only took the nurse two sticks and she was in...YIPEEE and then came the good drugs..I slept until my surgery and don't even remember going into the OR. Hubby said it took 50 minutes from the time I left till I came back. The night was good, they kept me pain free and offered us juice, popsicles etc... We left the next morning and I was ready to go shopping I couldn't believe how very good I felt. IT may have been a bit much...but we shopped for four hours and then I slept the rest of the day/night...got up a couple of times to walk. The next day we came home...that was the worst part...the flight was long and I was pretty sore. the gas is the worst part and as of today my shoulder still hurts..if that would go away I would feel GREAT!!! still am planning a night out with friends tomorrow. I would tell anyone thinking of doing this to get on it! Don't wait another day....just do it! I am so happy and don't feel hungry at all. It is an amazing feeling. I had lost 16lbs presurgery..so was at 184.6 ( i started at 200 and am 5'2") and have already lost another 2lbs....if I keep this up I am going to be soooo happy! And not to mention healthy! Thanks so much to all of you at the clinic and Lori for listening to all my worries I am looking forward to going back for my first fill in a few weeks... take care all krista
  8. I had surgery 3/11 and went shopping 3/12 felt very safe...hubby went with me and two other gals we went with. I got some great bargains and had a ball. I would recommend going with someone and taking a cab....and just use your common sense! have fun and be safe krista
  9. Hubby and I are packed and ready to go...we are staying in Chicago all night and will leave at 6am for san diego...our flight arrives at 915. See you all there...so excited to meet as many of you as possible. oh...my aunt told me today that she heard last night on the news that there have been attacks on americans in TJ...so be careful all of you! krista
  10. HI all .... I am sooo excited...getting my bags packed today and all the laundry and house cleaning done...went up and got our passports out of the safe deposit box....YIPEEE!!!!!!!!!! I just cannot believe how time has flown. Just really happy and cannot wait to feel better! Hope to meet many of you there in the hotel or the clinic.... I am a short blonde and my dear hubby is 6'6" so we are not an easy couple to miss take care and see you soon.... krista
  11. hi all, just wanted to touch base and say hi and find out if any of you will be at the OCC this comming week the 10th-13th? My surgery is scheduled for the 11th and we leave the 13th for home. I am really happy and shocked at how fast the time has passed. I am doing good on the preop diet...feel a bit hungry but just talk myself out of it mostly. I really want to lose another 5lbs before tuesday so I am diligent~! My dear husband is more excited than i am....he will get a short break from work etc...so it will nice for both of us. I just hope I feel like walking around and enjoying some alone time together? We are leaving from Chicago and will arrive in san diego monday around 915..we are flying southwest..anyone else comming in at that time holler at me...would love to keep in touch and have a support group when it is all said and done. I am so thankful for this forum, the advice, help and understanding from you all is amazing. I have struggled for so long with obesity and will be so happy when i have a new healthy body....looking very forward to a skinny summer...maybe????? Again, thanks so much and hope to see some of you there. krista
  12. hi there, I totally identify with you. My BMI is 36 and I too don't qualify In the eyes of the united states. SO, I am going to dr ortiz, paying for it out of pocket...and will get on with life. i am on bontril, and have lost some weight but as you said always gain it back plus a few pounds...so this is my answer! good luck krista
  13. hi all, I am having surgery on the 11th..and cannot wait. I am comming from illinois and my husband is comming with me. hope to meet some other bandsters in the hotel! take care krista
  14. I have had the same issues with some of my family. My mom (bless her skinny heart) even offered to pay for weight watchers and a personal trainer..Wish she would offer to pay for this!!!! But I have made a choice...I am going to be the healthiest me I Can be. I have three babies and a wonderful hubby I want to live a healthy life not a sad fat one...full of diabetes and high blood pressure. I have gotten a lot of YOu are crazy, YOU are NOT THAT FAT>>>>i hate this....I have a BMI of 36.9..I have PCOS am insulin resistant and feel I don't have to justify this to anyone. someone in a prior post said they don't have to live in your body...AMEN to that...I am sorry if others don't think I am FAT ENOUGH>...what is that supposed to mean anyway. I feel great about dr ortiz...feel he is the best choice in the country ...or out of the country...Keep your chin up! my surgery date is the 11th of March and We are flying out the 10th from chicago! I am really excited and cannot wait to get this done! I am ready for the rest of my life! GOod luck to all of you krista
  15. HI all, Just wondering if anyone is else going on the 11th. Hubby and I will fly in on the 10th...we are comming from illinois and will fly out of chicago. I got a great deal on the tickets...250.00 each round trip! YIPEEEE!!!!!! We are really excited! HE is going to see the denist while we are there and so it is a double blessing for us! Would love to meet some of you in the hotel and we can share stories! thinking of you all krista
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