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32yr Old Needing Tummy Tuck, Lipo Sculpture, Bbl, and Arm Tuck After Gastric Sleeve - Dominican Republic

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Hello everyone. This is my first time writing...

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ida.gonzalez
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Hello everyone. This is my first time writing something on here after 6 months reviewing everyone else's reviews. I am planning to have my surgery with Dr. Fatima Almonte on Aug. 31. I had the gastric sleeve done on August 12, 2014. I was 315lbs. before surgery and currently 175lbs. I am very nervous with the whole recovery and procedure. If anyone had surgery with her please share your experience with me. If anyone planning on having surgery the same time, hit me up. Would love to have a surgery buddy. I'll keep everyone posted with any other details and pictures.

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Fatima Almonte, MD

Fatima Almonte, MD

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March 19, 2016
I had VSG in July of 2014 I was 317 at surgery date and I still haven't hit onederland
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March 20, 2016
Hi Ida,
I believe we all have the jitters with this procedure, but, with GOD protecting us I have faith ALL is well. My sx is on 8-24-16, I'll be in 7 days by the time you arrive. Hope to see you. Please feel free to contact me at anytime.
March 20, 2016
Awww I have had the same typ of surgery the sleeve done in March 2014 and I'm also looking to have tummy tuck Lipo bbl and breast lift.. I'm so excited.. Good luck with your journey
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March 23, 2016
Welcome to RS, I also has the gastric sleeve in July 2014 I was 323lbs now I'm remain between 177lbs and 182lbs, I'm scheduled to have sx with Dra.Almonte on July 18, 2016. I look forward reading your journey and sharing my journey with you!!! God Bless.
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March 30, 2016
I had gastric sleeve surgery July 2, 2015 and went from 247 to 168. I see Almonte on June 20 to get rid of this apron of skin.
UPDATED FROM ida.gonzalez
4 months pre

Surgery jitters

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ida.gonzalez
I am getting very nervous as the days get closer. Thinking about the pain, the surgery itself, and the recovery. I've heard many stories about deaths in D.R. and I get very nervous. Does anyone else feel the same ?

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UPDATED FROM ida.gonzalez
4 months pre

Feeling the jitters big time

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ida.gonzalez
Everyday I check on RS for updates and advice. I would like to know if anyone knows if fmla pays for the time being out from work. I can't wait to get this done. I look at so many results and imagine myself and get really anxious. For so long, I have been heavy set. For me, this will be a huge change in my life. I am ready for change.

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June 25, 2016
I just found your review. I've been considering going with Almonte for a TT and a BBL, after losing 80lbs with my lap band. The thing is though, that I've had lots of trouble with the thing and I'm planning on taking it out and getting sleeved instead (I'm still at 180lbs). I'm worried I might get too skinny and won't be able to have enough or the BBL. anyways, I'm very happy and excited for you. I'll be following you. Hoping for the best.