Testimonials
Fifteen Years, One Patient at a Time
Every tile in the mosaic below is a real patient photo. Zoom in and click any photo to read their story.
A new beginning (06/13/2017)
This experience has been very life changing in the most positive of ways. Hands down the best decision I've ever made for myself. This was not about vanity for me it was about my over all health. Which has literally been 360 restored. I'm a totally new person. I would strongly recommend anyone strug... * Read full review + 4 more photos →
live is good (06/11/2017)
I'm down 95lb only 5lb to my goal
Thank you Dr Choi... * Read full review →
My experience with gastric sleeve surgery (06/11/2017)
My experience with this procedure was awesome. The staff was courteous and helpful in every way.
I don't regret getting it done at all. The reward greatly out ways the pain of surgery. I am looking forward to seeing how my life goes from here as far as my health. It has been going on 4 weeks and i... * Read full review + 9 more photos →
I want to live to see my grand kids grow up (06/11/2017)
This was a great experience for me. Minimal pain and good recovery. Yes, the first six weeks after surgery are hard but what you get in return is worth it.
I have lost about 65 pounds since December 9, 2016 and I feel great. My Blood pressure is normal, my diabetes is under control. I can walk witho... * Read full review + 1 more photo →
A GREAT experience!!! (06/11/2017)
I had my Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy on 12/8/2016, and it was a GREAT experience. My wife and I were welcomed in and the pre-surgery screening started. I was scheduled to have my surgery on Friday, 12/9, but they asked us if anyone wanted to volunteer to have their procedure that afternoon as Friday... * Read full review + 2 more photos →
I feel and look great! (06/11/2017)
Hello,
I had my Gastric Sleeve surgery 9 months ago. I started with 50lbs to lose and have lost 35. Wish I would have taken my measurements because I have lost way more inches than pounds. I went from a size 14 to a 6/8 and still working on the last 15 lbs. I have always been very active, so as soo... * Read full review + 1 more photo →
New Beginning (06/11/2017)
Thanks to Dr. Mario Almanza, I feel like I am beginning a new and healthier life. My experience with Dr. Almanza and his team was wonderful. I don't mind saying that I was very apprehensive when I arrived but the Dr. and his team were very comforting. They explained everything that was happening as ... * Read full review →
Feeling good!!! (06/07/2017)
I had my surgery in the beginning of April. I feel great and have lost almost 50lbs so far. I'm very grateful that my mother and aunt finally convinced me to do the surgery. I am still getting use to the changes of my eating habits. I am only able to eat about 5 or 6 small bites of food, however it ... * Read full review →
3 months in.... (06/06/2017)
The best thing I have ever done!!!... * Read full review + 8 more photos →
3+1/2 months post op (06/06/2017)
I am so very happy with my results. Dr. Yanez definitely knows his business and is a true artist. He was very good at easing my worries and answered all my questions very patiently. His staff were also so very helpful and awesome. I was back to work in 3 weeks. I feel and look better than I even ho... * Read full review + 99 more photos →