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Before & after gastric sleeve surgery in Mexico

Questions and Answers

Dr. Alvarez answers frequently asked questions regarding the gastric sleeve surgery.

Vsg Q&A’S: Comparing Your Weight Loss

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Exercise & Sleeve | Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy | Questions and Answer

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Vsg Q&A’S: Last Few Pounds

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Bowel Movements | Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy | Questions and Answers

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Acid Reflux (GERD) | Gastric Sleeve Surgery | Questions and Answers

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Hiccups After Surgery | Gastric Sleeve Surgery | Questions and Answers

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Vsg Q&A’S: Expected Weight Loss

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Vsg Q&A’S: What Is A Bougie?

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Who Is A Candidate | Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy | Questions and Answers

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From our blog

Latest articles from our blog.
06 March

Is It Safe to Have Gastric Sleeve Surgery If I Have Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a serious diagnosis that often inspires patients to make significant changes to their lifestyle and diet. If you are struggling with obesity and diabetes, gastric sleeve surgery can be a beacon of hope. Still, you may be wondering whether it is safe for someone with Type...

26 February

Can Gastric Sleeve Surgery Relieve PCOS?

The reasons behind the decision to undergo vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG or gastric sleeve) are as individual as the patients themselves. But it’s usually some combination of health and appearance (no judgment on the appearance part—we all deserve to look and feel our best!). For some women, however, the driving...

19 February

How Much Weight Can You Lose with Gastric Sleeve?

As a bariatric surgeon, my primary concern is to help my patients lead long, healthy, happy lives. However, I understand that for many of my patients, the first question is how much weight they can expect to lose through gastric sleeve. Looking better and feeling better usually go hand in...

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