return(number>0?1:-1)*Math.floor(Math.abs(number))};var maxSafeInteger=Math.pow(2,53)-1;var toLength=function(value){var len=toInteger(value);return Math.min(Math.max(len,0),maxSafeInteger)};return function from(arrayLike){var C=this;var items=Object(arrayLike);if(arrayLike==null){throw new TypeError('Array.from requires an array-like object - not null or undefined')} My biggest concern was not having\n\ninformation of the long term effects of the gastric sleeve. }, informacin ad perpetuam. Is the Dr. you are researching going to do the actual surgery or will it be someone else on his/her team? //setInterval(function(){googletag.pubads().refresh();}, 75000); "dateCreated": "2015-05-01T22:07:46+0000", We have the same chance of dying on an operating table right here in the USA. resizeWindow(); "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/profile/photo-thumb-252836.jpg", Current Weight: 148 lbs. { // Toggle class antiCache: "6eb6316ff1", var classContent = $(this).attr('data-class'); 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. They must have a stable weight and not looking to reduce it with this procedure. "@type": "InteractionCounter", Despite all of the news about dangerous conditions in Mexico, most tourist areas remain quite safe. }); The hotel hasover 2,000 reviews on Google with an average rating of 4.6 stars. } But this risk of complications for gastric sleeve is far lower than with gastric bypass. upload_imgURL: "", El volante de 30 aos estar listo en al menos tres meses, por lo que volvera a las canchas hasta el Apertura 2019, como adelant ESPN. . I wish, nothing but the best for anyone who is trying to have a better quality of life by weight loss, The web has a multitude of information regarding complications with weight loss surgery. Resident Coordinator of General Surgery, generation 20082009, Regional General Hospital No. "streetAddress": "", The most modern and advanced technology available to dentists is here in our dental lab, allowing us to treat the most complex cases . "@context": "http://schema.org", However, some complications do not show up for some time following surgery. All rights reserved. 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. "pageEnd": 7, "name": "SuninVirgo", A coordinator will be in touch to discuss your weight loss surgery options. "dateCreated": "2015-05-01T20:53:23+0000", }, I had my surgery in Tijuana, Mexico on June 27, 2015! Tijuana, Mexico . My heart just breaks for that person who died. They gave me no post op care. glutes). One popular brand used by our doctor is Juvederm including their Vobella, Voluma and Volift products. My sleeve surgery was 5 . }, Their website is amateurish, documents sent to me contained misspellings, and the online form submission had some fields using Spanish instead of English A Lighter Me - Dr Elias Ortiz: His profile proudly states he was featured as a "2015 Premier Surgeon" by Newsweek. Each meal must be very small to fit into the stomachs newly decreased size. "@type": "Comment", Download BariatricPal for your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch! justsillyme "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=3821519", }, 0 ); Update: A Lighter Me's former lead surgeon Dr. Elias Ortiz has created a new business, Elias Ortiz & Company, (eliasortiz.co) along with several former staff members of A Lighter Me. Love to hear this.very encouraging! So they have more experience than many doctors in the U.S. That's a plus. How much does the Gastric Sleeve cost in the USA? { "position": 2, I was terrified when I went, under, I was not surprised when I started having problems. googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Sidebar_300x250_S2', [300, 250], 'div-gpt-ad-S2').addService(googletag.pubads()); }); Once inside the abdomen, the surgeon will staple and further suture a majority of the stomach shut to decrease the organs size. I was afraid to go considering i went by myself but alighterme is a excellent company on top of that they r very honest so if anyone have questions on death i would just ask them. 45, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. cachedDevice = newDevice; Again, it depends on the health of the person before surgery. No matter how much you research your surgeon, doesn\u0027t matter if in the end he isn\u0027t the one performing the surgery! However, if the patient doesnt want volume or rejects the idea of an implant, a classic inverted T mammary reduction can be done. The most common application is in the frown lines, forehead, and crows feet lines. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/", However, I would have never gone to Mexico. From 1993-1996, Technical School No. I do not call that follow up care. .visely-recommendation-item .cycle img { top:0; -webkit-animation-iteration-count: infinite; animation-iteration-count: infinite; display: block !important; position:absolute; } "name": "Proud2BMe", Circumferential abdominoplasty (also known as central lift and extended abdominoplasty) is part of the combined procedure lower body lift. "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/profile/photo-thumb-241414.png", I have lost 20 lbs !! I would not deny anyone that same opportunity BUT having gone through the experience and having first hand knowledge based on that experience I can only stress the importance of making sure you do your own research and be aware of the surgeon of choice, his team, and the facility. On 4/25/2015 at 2:08 PM, Skinnyninny said: Im going through A Lighter Me and Mi Doctors Hospital. Dermal fillers, are a rejuvenating non-surgical facial procedure whose results are immediately visible. EOC Elias Krtiz and Company- Tijuana, MX By Crystalmoon, June 8, 2021 . (function(w,d,t,r,u){var f,n,i;w[u]=w[u]||[],f=function(){var o={ti:"5174920"};o.q=w[u],w[u]=new UET(o),w[u].push("pageLoad")},n=d.createElement(t),n.src=r,n.async=1,n.onload=n.onreadystatechange=function(){var s=this.readyState;s&&s!=="loaded"&&s!=="complete"||(f(),n.onload=n.onreadystatechange=null)},i=d.getElementsByTagName(t)[0],i.parentNode.insertBefore(n,i)})(window,document,"script","//bat.bing.com/bat.js","uetq"); Choose the right weight loss surgery for you. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=3821528", However, I foolishly dismissed all weight loss surgery because of that. We are one of the most experienced bariatric surgeons in Mexico and offer our clients an unparalleled level of care. I am FEELING FABULOUS! "text": "If you go to Mexico for surgery you arrange for follow up care before you go. While they can return home quickly, they cannot return to their normal tasks immediately but need to give themselves time to rest and heal. .visely-pagination { text-align: center; clear: both; } Chief Resident in General Surgery, 2011-2012 in Medical Unit of High Specialty, West National Medical Center, Mexican Social Security Institute, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. "target": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/search/?q={query}" I had one of the best surgeons in\n\nthis state and I had problems. He was an excellent student from the very beginning having an average of 9.5/10 or greater for all the schools he went to. 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. Because of the ease of this procedure, most VSGs take 45 minutes or less to complete. However, the scar can be managed to be the less noticeable possible. I call that lazy and 'since we have your money we don't need to really be bothered with you' anymore. It is, up to the individual to decide if they want to take that risk. { Will do my weight taking on Wednesdayto see what I have lost. mapProvider: 'none', Sign up for a new account in our community. Laparoscopic Surgery Program in the Regional General Hospital No. ejecutivo mercantil. Again, it depends on the health of the person before surgery. I had my VSG on 2/2/18 amazed with Dr. Ortiz professionalize and the staff of ALM. var mappingT1P1; viewProfiles: true, "dateCreated": "2015-05-01T05:42:58+0000", There are those that monitor these sites and respond as paid promotion staff. cookie_prefix: "ips4_", But instead gave me copious amounts of pain medication then left me to walk the streets of Tijuana on my own 1 day after surgery in the dark. "@type": "Person", Neither had the luxury of having insurance as I did. "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/" Bariatric Surgery Program at Hospital Angeles Tijuana, November-December 2011, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. They drive company vehicles that are clearly marked with the Elias Ortiz & Company logos. @-webkit-keyframes fade2 { 0% {opacity: 0;} 5% {opacity: 1;} 55% {opacity: 1;} 60% {opacity: 0;} 100% {opacity: 0;} } They can make a phone call home for you once you are out of surgery, or give your guest recommendations for their meals. \n", Elias Ortiz & Company is a scheduling facilitator. I see my surgeon regularly. Starting Weight: 268 lbs. This deformity is known as Batwings, which prevents an adequate and functional performance for the patient. "@context": "http://www.schema.org", 26 Years Experience. 1, Mexican Social Security Institute, April-May 2010, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. A majority of patients lose a great deal of weight in the first three months following surgery with 10 pounds or more typically being lost each month during this period because of the huge change in food consumption. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=3821497", To be honest, someone has called, but both my daughters work and when the Mexico staff call it is always during the day when the girls are not home! Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico before heading to a residency in general surgery from 2008-2012 at the Medical Unit of High Specialty, West National Medical Center, Mexican Social Security Institute. I personally want a doctor who has done hundreds of procedures and who is not just starting out. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=3821089", "position": 1, Our drivers are all licensed and employed by Elias Ortiz & Company. Dr. Elias Ortiz is an amazing barbaric surgeon. San Diego is 25 minutes from Tijuana, not hours away. With that said, I would take the OCC over some of the other sites I drove by while in TJ. Ultimately keep that in mind when making your decision to travel long distance to have your surgery. A patient died after surgery with Dr. Elias Ortiz at A Lighter Me! Of course the most obvious benefit is weight loss. I want a doctor who has performed thousands of gastric sleeve surgeries, not someone who is just starting out. 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. Not all surgeons have deaths on their hands. }, Brandy Crawford We are taking chances, of course but we still need be informed. Maybe the distance between my surgeon and me, and the distance between my daughters and their surgeon makes resolving issues more difficult for them. Leona Vicario 1510. Laparoscopic Surgery Program in the Regional General Hospital No. What would change my mind is the experience level. Pricing ranges from $5,000 up to $8,000 for the following bariatric procedures; "When my health care here in the US denied my revision surgery (I had a lap band in 2007 and never . }, "@type": "Person", Once this step is complete, the surgeon will close the small incisions, and the patient will be sent to recovery. // BEGIN Widgets configuration My experience was wonderful. "author": { Dr. Vazquez was an assistant surgeon to Dr. Osuna and Dr. Fernando Garcia working as a weight loss surgeon in Tijuana, Mexico. With approximately 59 percent of people who receive weight loss surgery choosing gastric sleeve surgery these days, it is obvious that the benefits far outweigh any risks. "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/profile/photo-thumb-241414.png", The lifting effect also produces a positive cosmetic result. 3. "@type": "Person", Should have, but didn't complete those steps adequately. var targetElement = classModifiers[2]; "name": "Proud2BMe", Unfortunately you will likely not be able to recognize which is a fair and truthful response to that which is 'glowing puffery'. According to Ortiz . Dr. Lazos received his degree as a Doctor in the Faculty of Medicine from the Autonomous University of Baja California. 45, Mexican Social Security Institute, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Well good luck on yall that havent had surgery yet and i hope u pick the best surgeon for your needs. CustomEvent.prototype=window.Event.prototype;window.CustomEvent=CustomEvent})();if(!Array.from){Array.from=(function(){var toStr=Object.prototype.toString;var isCallable=function(fn){return typeof fn==='function'||toStr.call(fn)==='[object Function]'};var toInteger=function(value){var number=Number(value);if(isNaN(number)){return 0} I am not doubting the physicians credentials and I have heard a lot of good stories, from patients that go to Mexico. Dr. Hector Perez is a double-board certified, bariatric surgical expert and doctor operating in Cancun and Tijuana Mexico. Dr. Ortiz started his company in 2019 called Elias Ortiz and Company (EOC). Protein shakes make me nauseous and that's wreaking havoc on my skin, I'm starting to regret surgery a little bit. \n\n2. I don\u0027t want to become a new doctors learning lesson.\n\n\n\n\nTijuana is right next door to San Ysidro, Ca, in case of a Medical Emergency the border is opened up for the ambulance it takes mere minutes\n \nMost Hospitals are no more than 5 miles from the Border some are even closer\n \nPeople who are transported to the USA go back there because they do not want or have the money to pay the medical bill for their care so they are taken back to the USA so they can have their insurance cover the expenses\n", "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/profile/241414-proud2bme/" But this risk of complications for gastric sleeve is far lower than with gastric bypass.\n\nAnother thing you need to realize is that many doctors in Mexico have more experience with gastric sleeves and perform more surgeries. *Individual results vary, results not guaranteed. Close Select Photos . He has performed over 10,000 bariatric surgeries. Death is a risk we all take with having surgery and it can happen anywhere. Starting Weight: 173 lbs. "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/monthly_2018_02/mom2jan2018.thumb.jpg.c2c9afba7ad548924efe3add408c70ca.jpg", We also provide gallbladder removal & hernia repair, learn more here. Following a gastric sleeve surgery, patients can expect to lose a significant amount of weight. When the girls call back they are instructed to just send an email if they have any questions. Dr. Elias Ortiz 9,000+ surgeries, all-inclusive pricing, 5-star hotel stay. Regional General Hospital No. } And no one disputes that people can die in planesbut we prefer to go with the airline with an impeccable safety record. // BEGIN Polyfill No matter what you think, it will be an inconvenience. Is the Dr. you are researching going to do the actual surgery or will it be someone else on his/her team? . var _d_site = _d_site || '91477E68AE0F3B83C4E72821'; 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. Who does the actual surgery? \n\nWith that said, I have had the chance to do a close and personal comparison between two surgeons. One in the U.S. (mine performed by dr. Houseworth on June 17, 2014) and the other one in Mexico (dr. Arial Ortiz performed the sleeve surgery for my daughters on Dec 9, 2014). I don\u0027t blame my weight loss surgeon because my\n\nhealth had been going downhill for years due to morbid obesity. You can expect the effects of this treatment to last about 9 to 12 months. googletag.pubads().enableAsyncRendering(); $(document).ready(function(){ Wishing you continued healing and success. detectDevice(); 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 coordinator will be in touch to discuss your weight loss surgery options. mcipanda, Thursday at 05:19 PM "@type": "Person", What's Included With Gastric Sleeve Surgery. "author": { I had my sleeve performed in the U.S. with a surgeon whom, after research, I deemed as qualified. Federal Taxpayers Registry: OIGJ810323D28, Certificate of Accreditation of Foreign Language Skills:English. "dateCreated": "2015-05-01T02:13:22+0000", Whatever you do, DO NOT BOOK HERE, Your email address will not be published. Elias Ortiz Gomez, MD has a very astounding resume, he was a speaker for many big events, worked in many hospitals, and wrote lots of bariatric surgery publications. Dr. Elias Ortiz, Chief Surgeon of A Lighter Me's bariatric surgical team, brings a mission to his work in Tijuana, Mexico that far transcends his exemplar surgical skills. }, It is just a reminder that surgery should never be taken lightly and that each person really needs to weight the benefits and the risks. } "text": "The web has a multitude of information regarding complications with weight loss surgery. He was an excellent student from the very beginning having an average of 9.5/10 or greater for all the schools he went to. var len=toLength(items.length);var A=isCallable(C)?Object(new C(len)):new Array(len);var k=0;var kValue;while(k

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