We have the same chance of dying on an operating table right here in the USA. "interactionType": "http://schema.org/ViewAction", Laparoscopic Surgery Program in the Regional General Hospital No. googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Sidebar_300x250_S2', [300, 250], 'div-gpt-ad-S2').addService(googletag.pubads()); They would have to go to an emergency room to get the medical attention, they need. I am FEELING FABULOUS! "name": "Proud2BMe", I'd be happy to answer more specific questions after. This correction of the skin is achieved with a breast lift or mastopexy in anchor. Dr. Hector Perez has performed over 3,000 surgeries with his team with a close to 0 percent complication rate. googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Sidebar_125x125_SQ2', [125, 125], 'div-gpt-ad-SQ2').addService(googletag.pubads()); "text": "@@freddie8_8\n\nSan Diego is 25 minutes from Tijuana, not hours away. How knowledgeable is the staff that will be caring for you? I relied on what the coordinator at OCC told me and unfortunately we based our choice on her information. } I am a law abiding citizen. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=3821306", this state and I had problems. "@type": "Comment", Unlike some older weight loss surgeries, the sleeve gastrectomy is a one-step procedure that does not require any follow-up surgeries or adjustments in the future. cookie_ssl: true, Graduate Professional XXXI National Aspiring medical residencies Place finish in specialty group (Surgery): 32 of 3602. individuals and then they later did the gastric bypass. { I couldn't go through the gastric bypassI was too terrified. Dr. Montalvo's medical license certification may have expired. I was not 100 percent sure going to Mexico was the right thing to do. Youll have constant access to our aftercare specialist who is a certified RN/ BSN / CBN, Cindy Rios. However, most people having gastric sleeve surgeries in Mexico have overwhelmingly positive experiences, are pleased with their outcomes and love the amount of money that they can save. .complete .visely-recommendations-container, .visely-recommendations-title.complete { opacity: 1; } Either he was lighting fast on that surgery and finished very very quickly, or he simply was not in the surgery room for that patients procedure. Laparoscopic Surgery Program in the Regional General Hospital No. Dr. Elias Ortiz is an amazing barbaric surgeon. (function(){if(typeof window.CustomEvent==="function")return!1;function CustomEvent(event,params){params=params||{bubbles:!1,cancelable:!1,detail:undefined};var evt=document.createEvent('CustomEvent');evt.initCustomEvent(event,params.bubbles,params.cancelable,params.detail);return evt} By the way. This is particularly true of Tijuana, which lies just over the U.S. border and which is only a 30-minute drive from San Diego. Again, only my opinion and I don't think that my thoughts. Its a fundamental component of skin and its function is water absorption to maintain elasticity and firmness. Most patients stay one to two nights in the hospital following gastric sleeve surgery to ensure that there are no complications and that they are responding well to the treatment. This high cost is the reason that many people are turning to gastric sleeve procedures in Mexico rather than having them stateside. $('.top-bar').hide(); "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/" . "@type": "Person", { I am happy for all those who have had success with their WLS and their surgeon of choice. I was there with people at Mi Doctors, they use the same hospital I know yours is what $4600. He has performed over 10,000 bariatric surgeries. If a doctor is charging below say $4,500, then it\u0027s usually because they are a new doctor trying to get established. would keep someone from going to Mexico if they were determined to do so. Leannelopez So I could go on longer but I think the point here in summary is just do your research and make sure you keep your eyes open as you make your decision. var ViselyConfig = {"homePage":[{"type":"MOST_POPULAR","title":"Most Popular In Store","count":1,"totalCount":4,"order":[{"type":"Image","enabled":true,"priority":0},{"type":"Name","enabled":true,"priority":1},{"type":"Price","enabled":true,"priority":2}],"enabled":true,"recommendedByVisely":true},{"type":"TRENDING_NOW","title":"Trending Now In Store","count":5,"totalCount":15,"order":[{"type":"Image","enabled":true,"priority":0},{"type":"Name","enabled":true,"priority":1},{"type":"Price","enabled":true,"priority":2}],"enabled":true},{"type":"NEW_ARRIVALS","title":"New Arrivals","count":5,"totalCount":15,"order":[{"type":"Image","enabled":true,"priority":0},{"type":"Name","enabled":true,"priority":1},{"type":"Price","enabled":true,"priority":2}],"enabled":true,"recommendedByVisely":true}]}; January-February 2012. I am\n\ndown 81 lbs. So far, I felt it in my clothesso far, and I lost my taste bud. Full stats of both players in all time var ViselyPage = 'index'; I was only stating a concern that I would have going out of the, states to have any kind of major surgery with my co morbidoties. BUT that is all you should ever rely on. Elias Ortiz & Company also employs Cindy Rios, RN / BSN / CBN, who previously worked with A Lighter Me. "@type": "Comment", Download BariatricPal for your Android Device. .visely-pagination ul li a { display: block; min-height: 3px; height: 3px; } "name": "A patient died after surgery with Dr. Elias Ortiz at A Lighter Me! Going under the knife is a risk. They are not medical experts. Starting Weight: 173 lbs. googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Header_900x50_U1', [900, 50], 'div-gpt-ad-U1').addService(googletag.pubads()); "@type": "Organization", We are taking chances, of course but we still need be informed. The product of the liposuction is processed and prepared to be transferred to the gluteal region. I am so glad that I was here with my surgeon or I could have died.\n\nThings can and do go wrong with surgery. Interesting thread. One was from a heart attack. Maybe the distance between my surgeon and me, and the distance between my daughters and their surgeon makes resolving issues more difficult for them. I know it can be hard to find Dr who is willing to take on a patient that had surgery in Mexico, but it can be done. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=3821089", Certainly was not what I had in the U.S. Infiltrated veins on 4 of the 5 patients, lab tech trying to draw blood without gloves, letting the IV bags run out and not being replaced timely, no extra pillows or blankets available to help patient get comfortable, bar music next door keeping patients awake most of the night, no monitoring of Fluid intake/output, long waits between request for and delivery of liquids, having to wear \u0027leggings/stockings for blood clotting concerns vs the updated leg wraps used here in the U.S. While patients should certainly realize the risk for complications and side effects with this procedure, they should also be aware that severe complications happen withless than 1 percent of procedures. "name": "SuninVirgo", April 2009, Regional General Hospital No. Started 16 hours ago, By Dr. Miguel Montalvo. Keep us posted on your progress. document.dispatchEvent(new CustomEvent('viselyWidgetInit', {detail: { widgetType: 'TRENDING_NOW' }})); For nearly all, this will be at least 50 percent of their before-surgery excess body weight, and many lose at least 60 percent or more. This company he runs kicked me out because my companion through a fit over not having control. if(arguments.length>2){T=arguments[2]}} "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/" During the surgery, small incisions are made on the patients abdomen to allow the surgeon to insert his instruments. Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? // Hide post controls if empty // END Widgets configuration, By The most common risks when undergoing gastric sleeve surgery include the following: -Post-operative bleeding-Bruising-Swelling-Complications from anesthesia-Infections-Blood clots in the legs-Breathing issues-Leaking from the stomach staple line. 11 lbs preop and 9 since the surgery! Dr. Elias Ortiz is a top bariatric surgeon who is experienced in all bariatric procedures in Tijuana, Mexico. A couple weeks later she died of an infection. Excellent surgeon with a lot of experience and positive results. I wish everyone who is seeking this surgery the best of luck. A patient died after surgery with Dr. Elias Ortiz at A-Lighter-me. I put lemon in it and that now makes me nauseous. What's Included With Gastric Sleeve Surgery. In these cases, the size of the implant is small and its objective is to give volume and projection to the breast, specially to the upper pole or cleavage area. I don't blame my weight loss surgeon because my, health had been going downhill for years due to morbid obesity. }, baseURL: "//www.bariatricpal.com/", "@type": "Person", 1. Who does the actual surgery? googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/H1_Header', [[728, 90], [320, 50]], 'div-gpt-ad-1486151375290-0').defineSizeMapping(mappingH1).addService(googletag.pubads()); ips.setSetting( 'remote_image_proxy', jQuery.parseJSON('1') ); Also, its used to manage lip lines, neck lines and brow elevation. By SoCalGuy6622, September 28, 2022 . "address": { Dr. Those posts may be totally valid. Anything you need while at the hospital, these ladies are there for you. I know it can be hard to find Dr who is willing to take on a patient that had surgery in Mexico, but it can be done. Unfortunately you will likely not be able to recognize which is a fair and truthful response to that which is 'glowing puffery'. He was accepted into one of the most prestigious medical centers in Mexico to perform the specialty of General Surgery in Guadalajara at the National Medical Center of the Mexican Institute of Social Security. My experience was wonderful. ], We are not a healthcare provider. on 7/15/11 1:02 am - FL. if(typeof(refresh_slots) == "undefined") { t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, Lesson learned! We are taking chances, of course but we still need be informed. 1 Social Security Institute, JuneAugust 2011, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, Bariatric Surgery Program at Hospital Angeles Tijuana NovemberDecember 2011, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. I am so thirsty but water makes me nauseous. "dateCreated": "2015-05-01T21:16:16+0000", googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Sidebar_300x600_S3', [300, 250], 'div-gpt-ad-S3').addService(googletag.pubads()); ", Everyone seems ve. Didn't weigh as of yet. \n\nI had my sleeve performed in the U.S. with a surgeon whom, after research, I deemed as qualified. Brandy Crawford We take your comfort and recovery seriously. Things I learned through first hand experience and things you should get confirmed, though certainly not limited to, as part of your research are listed here. They gave me no post op care. message_imgURL: "", Should have, but didn\u0027t complete those steps adequately. The abdomen presents drastic changes after a pregnancy or weight loss. Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery General session speaker Regional General Hospital No. }, $(targetElement).toggleClass(className); Virtual consultations accepted i. He was the chief surgeon at A Lighter Me for many years until ALighterMe.com went out of business. Dr. Elias Ortiz is the chief surgeon of Elias Ortiz & Company. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/profile/238800-samuelsmom/" }); The most common application is in the frown lines, forehead, and crows feet lines. By six months post-surgery, patients have typically lost up to 40 percent of their excess weight and will level out to losing only an additional pound or two of weight each week. So go into the booking procedure knowing that they serve a role in that they assist in getting you a surgery date and setting up your travel from the airport to the hotel. A gastric sleeve surgery, also referred to as a vertical sleeve gastrectomy or VSG, is a laparoscopic surgery performed to remove up to 80 percent of the stomach. It is very important to have extensive tests done before having any gastric surgery. googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Sidebar_125x125_SQ3', [125, 125], 'div-gpt-ad-SQ3').addService(googletag.pubads()); Dr. Elias Ortiz is an extremely experienced bariatric surgeon that was born in Tijuana, Baja California, Mxico. "name": "sharonintx", Unlike dietary weight loss, gastric sleeve surgery can actually positively affect the hormones affecting hunger and fullness.However, tens of thousands of patients choose this surgery for more than just weight loss. Dr. Ortiz received extensive training in Endoscopic Surgery and Obesity Surgery. var _d_site = _d_site || '91477E68AE0F3B83C4E72821'; Many people have been helped by having their surgery in Mexico. var messageDate = new Date(); Cindy Rios heads up their aftercare program, and is "available over email, phone, and through our Facebook support group." Elias Ortiz & Company Surgeons: Dr. Elias Ortiz - Chief Bariatric Surgeon; Dr. Almino Ramos - Bariatric Surgeon . "name": "English (USA)", The objective is to improve the bodys outline, it isnt a weight loss procedure. If youre interested in seeing what living with the gastric sleeve is like long-term, consider joining our Facebook support group to meet past patients who have lived with the surgery for many years. }, } "author": { Your email address will not be published. ;(function(e,t,n,r){e.fn.doubleTapToGo=function(r){if(! ", We are one of the most experienced bariatric surgeons in Mexico and offer our clients an unparalleled level of care. Now I\u0027m a bit more educated and realize that other surgeries, such as gastric sleeve, are different and have less risk.\n", My daughters and I are enjoying our very active and vital lifestyles as a result of having WLS. var len=toLength(items.length);var A=isCallable(C)?Object(new C(len)):new Array(len);var k=0;var kValue;while(k