What No One Tells You About The Gastric Sleeve | Questions & Answers | Endobariatric | Dr. A 

I hate how differently I'm treated. I'm treated with more respect, and people are nicer to me now... why did my weight before keep you from being decent to me?

I'm a week out from surgery and though physically I've been feeling great, mentally the liquid diet has been a challenge at times. So hearing about the non-scale victories ahead keeps me focused. Less sweating, more active social life, fitting in plane and theatre seats, shopping for clothes in stores instead of online. These are all things I look forward to!

I just celebrated my two years anniversary since my gastric sleeve surgery and I wanted anyone who is out there thinking about this surgery with Dr. A. not to hesitate. Everything he mentioned in this video has been my guide to success following his instructions two years ago. I have had no complication, my confidence is over the top, I eat normal foods but keeps it to small portions and drink my water and exercise . I’m not a younger person but I feel like my life began two years ago. I just graduated and became a nurse after struggling for twenty years to achieve that goal. Weight loss surgery to me is not just having a thin beautiful body it’s living a fulfilling lifestyle. Thanks Dr.A.

I did the surgery 2 months ago i was 142 kg today i m 112 and i m very proud and feeling better

This surgery is NOT easy way out, hardest thing I've done....waking up everyday and making good food choices. this surgery was the best decision I ever made for myself. My chronic bowel condition is gone due to my new healthy food & water choices. I have a long way to go still probably another 50 lbs but I already feel SO much better and health improving daily.

I had the surgery 5 days ago .. I joined the channel and will update you regularly.😊

2024 May. I am ten years after the sleeve. Itwas the best decision. It has been a lot of work but worth it.

Thank you for the video. I was laughing a bit throughout it because it's true. February 19th was my fifth anniversary and I DO NOT REGRET IT one bit. I went from 400lbs and I've been maintaining at around 220-230 lbs since then. I feel totally awesome👍🏼

I’m still thinking about having the surgery! I’m doing the intermittent fasting right now!

I have my surgery in 4 days. This is what I needed to feel less nervous and more excited about my surgery. Thank you so much Dr. A!

I just got the sleeve and I was 223 and now I’m 209 in just a week and some a few days

I am 10+ years post sleeve. I still work hard to keep the weight off. I have genetic issues for my weight struggles. My sleeve has saved me. You have to change your mindset and stick with eating right and exercising .

Its been 13 days since my sleeve surgery. This is crazy when i have these mild hunger pangs when making my children's meals, but working out and seeing the scale and my knees not hurting when i get up keep me motivated. I do have concerns about my liquid intake and cant find an agreeable protein powder. Keep me in your prayers.

My surgery is tomorrow, I’ve been watching all of your videos. Thank you so much for all of these information. ❤

I had gastric bypass surgery 6 months ago. But i needed to hear this

So wish u were my surgeon. You have provided me with so much information to succeed. You're very knowledgeable! I wasn't part of what I call a chop shop. I had medical complications bc of gene mutations and my doctor would listen to me. She just thought I was fat and complaining. She was a 1star and forced to retire due to law suits coming forward from other patients. I terminated her before that after I kept getting sick. I started following your channel and binge watching all your videos. I'm currently rematching them for a refresher as I just had my daughter 6 months ago and I'm not at a weight stall. I had low BP and low sugar problems during pregnancy. It changed my diet to keep my pregnancy viable. I'm now restarting and so thankful for your information. I helps patients like me that don't have a surgeon or program any longer. I went from 250 to 170. I'm now sitting at 192 post postpartum. Hoping to jump Start my weight loss again.

These are so true! I’ve lost 145# and feel fantastic ❤ It’s not easy, but well worth it for my much improved health!

I am preparing for gastric sleeve surgery. After listening to you I am going to go through with the surgery. I am 65. I am type 1 diabetic. I have gastroparesis, many more. My doctors are very happy with my decision. You are amazing at how you let us know the good from the bad. You have been the reason I am going through with this procedure. Hope I hear from you. God Bless you.

5:00 Now That's what I'm talking about at 335 Lbs I feel very uncomfortable going anywhere, I just went on a trip on the weekend of the 15th of March to take my grandkids out to the beach and I was very embarrassed that I couldn't get out of the pool chair, And My marriage is in Chamblles, So Yes I'm All for the Gastric sleeve.

All facts 👏👏. I'm almost 4 years post surgery and my life has improved greatly. Eating right, hydrating, daily walk and sleeping continues to work for me. I have a 5lb allowance but stay mindful as regaining is EASY.

Great video. I needed this. I was feeling like a failure because I’m 8mon post op and I went from 260 to 207. I feel like I should be out of the 200s by now. I’m glad he spoke about the non scale related victories. I love those since the scale makes me sad lol

My NSV was being able to cross my legs while sitting down ☺️

Thank you for this information. I have contemplated over 10 yrs and wanted to wait until my youngest turned 18 in case of complications. I don’t drink soda. I have always felt like getting surgery was being a cheat (not for others) but myself. However, I am so ready for it now after much research and I do believe it will change my life for the better. I just turned 48, and probably should’ve gotten it done sooner. I look forward to being more active!

I had this gastric sleeve surgery at the end of January and I feel great and have no regrets. But I know this is still a long process and I look forward to the changes to come in my health and life.

I am in Arkansas and my surgeon was AMAZING! Everything mentioned in this video was discussed with both he and his weight loss staff. The workplace stigma for a larger size person is REAL!! I’m in administration and have been better perceived as a “smaller” version of myself.

I'm 5 months out of gastric sleeve surgery and lost 56lb so far. My husband is happy for me as I can do more things and my favourite non scale victory was being able to walk upstairs without getting short of breath. Another one is getting a smaller work uniform. The best tool I have had done. Tried every diet going and didn't work for long. I eat the toddler ready meals (in the uk) and just add salt and pepper, they are easy to take to work or struggle to cook. I wish I could have done it earlier in life, it has changed my life so far for the good 😁

Very accurate. I had a sleeve about 5 years ago. Everything here is spot on. I didn't get constipated, but I'm sure it could happen.

Thanks for sharing! Just had my sleeve one week ago, and I feel super amazing!!🎉

You are the best doctor alvarez, ya t no 2 meses de haberme hecho la sleeve, hay días que digo que hice no era tan gordo BMI35 pero tenía diabetes,presión alta, sleep apnea y alto colesterol, y ahora ya no estoy en remisión de ellos y espero seguir así para siempre pero a veces cuando no puedo comer como lo hacía y otras cositas me entra la depresión y dudo, pero escucho sus videos y me doy cuenta que a mis 59 años fue lo mejor que hice para llegar a mis años de adulto mayor saludable y listo para mis nietos y familia. Gracias doctor

Dr Alvarez- I can’t Thank you enough for your channel. I watched you videos before Gastric Sleeve surgery and now after ( sleeved 10th April ) and all the valuable information that is getting me through this procedure. You have been an absolute Godsend- Thankyou ❤️

I have my way less surgery on March 7 and I’m so excited

I’m about a month out of getting surgery, I’m so excited, but nervous! I am learning so much from all of these videos! Thank you for sharing all of this information.

This is a great video with such important and useful information that help people who have had the surgery and those whom are preparing or going to have the surgery soon providing knowledge and understanding for their journey to weight loss. I wish you were here in South Florida to meet you in person and hopefully one day you will be here giving a seminar. Thank you, Dr. Alvarez!

Thank You So much You’re really helping me with my Journey God Bless

I have POTS. Is this surgery safe for those of us with this condition? How do you drink enough with a small stomach?

All true for me

Definitely just a tool. I am 1 year and 2 months out. I lost a total of 60 pounds in the first 4 months after surgery. I have re-gained 17 pounds in the last 8 months. I can eat bigger portions and have gone back to my old poor eating habits due to stress. 😭 Need help to get back on track, but find it hard to do!!

I have learned a lot thank u

I had surgery on sat and i didnt think i would be in soo much pain. Internally i am in loads of pain. No one told me i would feel like this. I dont know why i was expecting it to be miraculous and painless. Im not able to have my full amount of protein shakes or liquids. But it is still early days for me.

Thank you for the video it was great.

What about 4 months after the surgery drinking apple cider Vinegar Is that a good thing or a bad thing to do will it help me

Thank you for your video 👍

I'm going to get the surgery but Im scared and a friend keeps telling me to try ozempic instead.

😅 you not laughing Doc...... I enjoyed it it's fun watching you talk about the sizes or food portions 😅

That’s me, I’m looking at people saying my GOD, they eating that much😂

Thank you!❤

Almost 11 months in and almost 80 plus pounds off

Doc whats you view on adding mct tsp to morning coffee ☕ ive lost all myweight thanks

Absolutely All of This! 🥰👍🏾💯

My side has been killing me since the surgery. I don’t regret it, but I am hurting three weeks out

Doctor i just started going to nutritionists because i want to do the surgery i am 194 pounds i wabth to loose 60 pounds how do you doit to stay at 134 and not loose more weight i am afraid that i might loose more weight than i really wanth ro

I’m a little bit confused. On a previous video you said you could drink a carbonated beverage cautiously when you’re 8-12 months PO. This video, you say absolutely no carbonation. Which is it?

I use to get more attention at the strip club b4 surgery I don't look like a trick anymore 🎉😂

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