I had my plication done Aug 2nd. Today I started soft foods. Aside from the nausea the first couple of days, I've done pretty well. I lost 30 lbs pre-op and 12 lbs post op. I haven't started back on my workouts yet, but will soon. Everyone at OCC was great. I don't remember much the day of the surgery or even the ride to the hotel the next day. My husband said Dr. Ortiz came in my room and talked about duck hunting with him. I'm kind of glad I missed that conversation LOL Here's my recommendation for those traveling to Mexico: Even though they say you can travel two days after surgery, don't do it. Find yourself a little hotel in the San Diego area and take a couple more days to rest up. We spent three hours at the U.S. Border and another four hours layover in Phoenix airport. I was miserable. Of course, I must have thought I was 20 instead of 55 because my recovery took a lot longer than I had anticipated. Overall, it was a good experience and, so far, I don't regret my decision to have the procedure.
Starting weight: 244 lb.
Surgery weight: 214 lb.
Current weight (3 weeks post op): 202 lb.