Kimesha M - 17 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Grace F - 1 Year Update*

I started at 298 lbs I had tried everything to lose weight and just could not and my body and health were taking a beating so I had gastric bypass and it has been the best decision I have ever made. I am down to 164 lbs and have never felt healthier. Thank you to Belite and my wonderful doctor I got my life back.

RNY Gastric Bypass

Surgeons: The surgical team of Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal, M.D., F.A.C.S

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Dionne S - 1 Year Update*

I really had to send my biggest thank you to you and everyone at Beliteweight and a special thank you to the surgeons and the whole team. I wish you guys knew how much you’ve change me as a person and not just my physical appearance although I do enjoy it. I’ve realized that I was just existing and not LIVING. Love you all, please share with the team.Thank you again! I’m still shooked at how much my body has change. I certainly have NO regrets at all. My last weight was 188.

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

Surgeons: The surgical team of Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal, M.D., F.A.C.S

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Gloria P - 5 Month Update*

Down 66 lbs so far, since my surgery on January 7 of this year. Never thought I could be down to this weight again, and am still losing it. Today is June 2, 2019. I decided to do the gastric sleeve after learning about other peoples' experiences. Because no matter what I did, I just could not lose weight on my own, and the pounds were piling up onto eachother, year by year. I did a lot of research. After all, this is a life changing decision, and you put your life in the hands of whom you hope they know what they are doing. I finally found the perfect place! If you aren't sure, please consider BeLiteWeight. Their customer service from beginning to end is spot on. The hospital in Cd. Juarez, Mexico, is just like any American hospital, with the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort. You almost feel like you are at a resort!!! The medical staff, from the person with whom you register upon arrival, to the nurses and doctors, are kind, responsive, and warm professionals. The follow up is awesome. And if you are still unsure, may my "before" and "after" photos be a testimony of what you can achieve. And I do have to admit that I don't exercise, other than walk about a mile, 2 or 3 times a week, just to feel that I have made at least this tiny change in my life.My only regret is not doing this sooner. But it all boils down to "Better health, feeling great, looking amazing and being happy". Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. I am always happy to share my experience. My email address is [email protected]. Thank you to all the doctors, personnel, JoAnne Narayan, and all involved in my journey to an improved, great life!!!

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Amanda D - 8 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Kayte M - 11 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Mini Gastric Bypass

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Julia C - 9 Month Update*

I am so happy! I feel so much better.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure RNY Gastric Bypass

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Pennie M - 3 Year Update*

Surgeon Dr. Wayne Westmoreland

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Deborah S - 19 Month Update*

fter working out for decades and trying all sorts of meal plans, I’d never been able to achieve my weightloss goals. I’d stopped smoking 9 years prior to surgery, cut out soda for 4 years, adopted healthier recipes and had been competitively been walking 5ks for two years. My weight wasn’t increasing but neither was it decreasing. The final straw was when my previous gynecologist said “you need to quit shoving food in your face”. He didn’t care to know what I was doing nor did he take my health issues, like PCOS, into consideration. The insurance I had access to excluded bariatric coverage. So after consulting with my family doctor, he agreed that my best option was surgery. He said he could do tests to find out why I had trouble losing but surgery would be my best option, if I was comfortable with it. He agreed to follow me, if I choose to go to Mexico. I choose BeliteWeight and Dr. Villarreal-Rodriguez because I was able to find several local people from Indiana who he had also treated. The stay and the staff at the hospital were wonderful. I loved the security of being in a safe hospital setting with immediate access for emergency medical help, although I didn’t need it. I’m thankful I had made so many healthy changes prior to surgery. It made post op life easy to adjust to. It was amazing to watch the pounds melt off. My heaviest weight was 298. Preop, I was 275. By nine months after surgery, I had made my original goal of a healthy BMI for my height of 5’7” - 159. I realized that I hadn’t dreamed small enough. I made my ultimate goal of mid range healthy BMI by 12/18. I now average 140. (Picture is a size 22 to a size 4.)Instead of needing two blood pressure meds twice a day, I only need one pill once a day. This summer I’ve signed up for my regular 5ks but now have added a couple 10ks. Being able to squeeze into the back seat as a third person is fun too. The best advice I received with surgery, from a friend, was to not stop working towards your weightloss goals just because others tell you you’re getting to small. For me, most people have never seen me at a healthy weight, as the last time was 3rd grade. Some days will be hard, when you routinely hear “you’re almost (or are) to small” but don’t give up or back off. Seek out positive people, they’ll be help strengthen your resolve.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Jeff T - 4 Year Update*

The process was worth it, the cost was unbeatable and the way my life was changed cannot be put into words.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Patty H - 1 Year Update*

Just wanted to share my progress pictures to the ones who gave me an open door to get the sleeve done!!!! It has been a struggle but worth it. So far after 1 year I have lost 92.5 lbs with the help of my tool. I give permission for Belite to use the pictures attached for the website or any other form of advertising, education, promotion, or just plan proof having the surgery in Mexico is safe and life changing. Thanks everyone. Here are my stats JUST IN CASE!!! LOLSleeved on 5/10/18 in Juarez MexicoHeight: 5'3"SW: 285 lbsCW: 192.5 lbsGW: 150-160 (healthy)Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Jennifer B - 1 Year Update*

I am extremely happy with my progress and so happy I had all the support.Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Kasie R - 11 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Jennifer W - 10 Month Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Nicole L - 9 Month Update *

I started this journey at 333 lbs. Today I weighed 187lbs. Making the decision to trust BeLiteWeight was the best decision I’ve ever made! I had surgery with Dr.Rodriguez and his team in Juaraz, Mexico nine months ago. The experience was wonderful. I have had NO complications, and the staff and surgeons were amazing! Thank you all so very much for changing people’s lives. God Bless You all!

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

Surgeons: The surgical team of Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal, M.D., F.A.C.S

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Paul S - 1 Year Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Gabrielle G*

I received a call today from a patient considering surgery. I of course, told him that I trusted you, and Dr. Rodriguez with my life more than once, as well as my brother. I was just wondering how you are doing and if everything is going well for you. It serms like you just keep getting more popular and busy. Your honesty, kindness, and sincere caring for your clients is a rare and wonderful thing. I will always appreciate everything you have done for me and my family. As always, if there is ever anything I can do to help you, do not hesitate to ask.

Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy

Surgeons: The surgical team of Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal, M.D., F.A.C.S

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Karina S - Three Year Update*

My heart is full of gratitude as I sit down to write this email . Next week will mark 3 years since I’ve had surgery with Dr.Rodriguez. What a roller coaster this ride has been. From learning to portion control, learning new habits, learning to love the gym , it has honestly been learning how to live again. >>>> We all these changes came self love I never knew I had . Confidence to follow my dreams and the well power to keep going. I have been able to maintain an average of 105lbs lost and have gained about 15 safely . I have had a breast reduction with a lift and I am currently recovering from a tummy Tuck with lipo of the back and flanks. I feel great . Life is great. The work is never done that’s for sure . We will forever gain and loose and fluctuate. What’s important is the healthy habits I have been able to maintain and the structure I have set for myself . I will once again tell you I’ll never forget that lunch time phone call outside my local Starbucks where you told me your story and within a month I had my surgery booked . I was ready .

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez and Dr. Elmo Aramburo

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Jamie D - 8 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure RNY Gastric Bypass

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Jennifer N - 9 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Sara and Bill C - 1 Year Update*

Look at this!! One year on the 16th. I’ve lost 88 pounds and bill has lost 122 pounds. We are feeling amazing!

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Mini Gastric Bypass

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Shaylee N - 1 Year Update*

Omg I can’t believe how fast time has gone I have my 1 yr up date picture!! Thank you Dr. Rodriguez for giving me my new life!! Not one complication not one regret!

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Mike S - 14 Month Update*

Jennifer had her surgery in May of 2016 and went from 245 lbs to 140 lbs her current weight. I had surgery in March of 2017. My weight went from 335 lbs to 215 lbs my current weight. The pictures speak for themselves. We both had the mini gastric bypass.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Mini Gastric Bypass

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Jamie P - 1 Year Update*

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

Surgeons: The surgical team of Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal, M.D., F.A.C.S

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Megan W - 13 Month Update*

I am currently a little over a year post op, May 11, 2017 was surgery:) I have lost 157 pounds and 4 sizes in clothing. I feel amazing. I am so thankful for this amazing tool I have been given. I feel like I was given a second chance at life.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Kathy N - 8 Month Update*

Thank you for helping out and enabling me to have a better life.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Heather L - 1 Year Update*

It is amazing! I cant believe that I feel so good body wise. I can do anything. I just did my first 5k obstacle course and even though it was super challenging , I was Impressed with my success and desire to do it again! So many victories like that! Thank you for being part of my journey!

Procedure RNY Gastric Bypass

Surgeons: The surgical team of Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal, M.D., F.A.C.S

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Kasie R - 4 Month Update*

The Doctors/surgeons, were amazing. They came in my room to check on me more often then doctors here in my home state Texas. I’m 4 1/2 months post op and feel great. I went from a size 14 to a size 6 and am still losing.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Tracey T - 8 Month Update*

Finally I found Beliteweight and they literally saved my life. I was nervous and a bit scared of going to Mexico, but I did my research and realized that this was the only way I was going to be able to do this. So, after being given a MUCH easier to follow liver-shrinking diet for the 2 weeks prior to the surgery, my best friend and I headed to El Paso for the trip across the boarder. I am so very thankful I made that trip. I owe my very life to Dr. Jose Rodriguez Villareal and the staff at Star Medico Hospital in Juarez.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Sheree C - 1 Year Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure RNY Gastric Bypass

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Candy N - 15 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Mini Gastric Bypass

I am so glad that I had weight loss surgery, my life had definitely improved and I feel I will live longer, side note, been off high blood pressure medication for over 6 months. I really enjoy working out, walking, just got a new 3 speed bike cruiser, I joined a kickboxing gym and I actually just SKYDIVED for the first time in my life. It was worth the wait to lose all my weight for the SKYDIVING ADVENTURE.

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Ashley L - 3 Year Update*

Still so happy with the surgery

Surgeons Dr. Jose Rodriguez and Elmo Aramburo

Procedure Gastric Bypass

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Wally P - 1 Year Update*

I am doing great! I weighed 375 on the day of my surgery, and this morning I weighed in at 182.8. That puts me down 193 lbs since my surgery. My high weight was 425, so I am down 243 lbs overall. It's been an incredible year, and it feels so good to be healthy again!!...I am Sooooooooooooooo happy that I found BeLiteWeight! My life has been forever changed.

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Bypass

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Victoria E - 15 Month Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Jeanne M - 17 Month Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Alex P - 1 Year Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

At my heaviest I was 425 lbs...One year later and 155 LBS. lighter, I feel amazing.

Ariel W - 1 Year Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

I decided on bariatric surgery after being diagnosed with PCOS, I was told I would not be able to conceive without losing a substantial amount of weight. I had other reasons for wanting to lose weight obviously but having a child was the main goal. I lost 100lbs within a year of having surgery. My starting weight was 286lbs and I weighed in on my one year anniversary at 183lbs. On a bigger note to me though, my birth control actually failed two months post surgery so three weeks before my one year anniversary I gave birth to my daughter.

Shaylee N - 8 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Randy M - One Year Update*

Surgeon Dr. Elmo Aramburo

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

I have lost close to 100lbs, I am working out four days a week, and I feel AMAZING! I am pretty sure I haven't felt this good since my 20’s. Just like everyone says it was by far the best decision I have ever made.Thank you so much!

Julie B - 4 Year Update*

I am now a constant 118 and have maintained this weight from a healthy diet, daily yoga practice and balancing my life mentally, spiritually and physically.

Karen B - 5 Month Update*

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Metabolic Mini Bypass

Thank you Be Lite Weight for changing my life!!!

Kyndra C - 1 Year Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Bypass

My doctor told me I no longer qualify as a “Type 2 Diabetic”, I’ve been taken off of my blood pressure meds, cholesterol meds and all diabetes medication! I was able to donate over $8000 worth of insulin to “self-pay” patients that were in need! I am looking forward to 2018 and all the new experiences my new body and life have to offer! Thank you so much for your assistance and support!

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Rebeca B - 10 Month Update *

Surgeons Dr. Jose Rodriguez and Dr. Elmo Aramburo

Procedure RNY Gastric Bypass

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Teri B - 2 Year Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

Thank you Be Lite Weight for changing my life!!!

Misty M - 9 Month Update *

Surgeons Dr. Jose Rodriguez and Dr. Elmo Aramburo

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Wendy N - 14 Month Update *

Surgeon Dr. Jose Rodriguez

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

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Don L - 14 Month Update*

Procedure Gastric Sleeve

Surgeons: The surgical team of Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal, M.D., F.A.C.S

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April F - 6 Month Update *

Sleeve to Mini Bypass Revision

Surgeons: The surgical team of Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal, M.D., F.A.C.S

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