I forgot to say we are from the Portland Or, area.

Hi, just wanted to let you know that I used Dr. E. Ortiz in 2013 and my daughter just had the sleeve with him last July. He is great. No problems for either of us. Good luck to you.

My daughter is having surgery. I have already had the surgery, but she has a problem with acid reflux she was told that the full bypass would be better for that, but I want to know what the...

P.s. you may need to prop yourself up when in bed. Or take some little walks around the house.

Have you tried gas x strips? Yes, I remember a little bit. Then when you are able to start soft you all hear some gurgelling sounds. Like when you are hungry but they will happen after you eat....

Hi, its been awhile, I see your doing great with weight loss. Good job.:D

Hello, pay attention to what is in the food your eating. If you are drinking protein drinks Or sugar free drinks check the ingredients for the sugar substitute. Some of the sugar substitutes can...

Good luck. Have a fast recovery. Remember to walk-walk-walk after..

Just as weight loss is differant for each of us, so is where on our bodys we loose and how it will react. As long as we are all doing good for ourselves let's keep doing it. For me the pictorial...

I did fly after surgery. Mexico to portland oregon

Staples on the inside will be so small that they will not set off any alarms or anything like that. They do not dissolve, or rust. My incisions on the outside had stitches under the skin that did...

;) so now that I'm on a roll with being truthful, let's talk about the changes in body sofar. First thing that I noticed was~well~ the jiggel..just walking down the hallway at home. I guess I walk a...

Thanks for your support. Wish I could go visit...

I've beenfeeling down the last few days, but feel better today. 2 to3 lbs is normal up and down. Stalls are normal. I sure most of us even before wls had our ups and downs . Water weight can cause...

I've beenfeeling down the last few days, but feel better today. 2 to3 lbs is normal up and down. Stalls are normal. I sure most of us even before wls had our ups and downs . Water weight can cause...

Thank you. Don't get me wrong Dr Ortiz is an excellent Dr. And very caring. I think he was trying to be encouraging by saying 5olbs. It probably is possible for some people, just not me. Thank you...

:rolleyes: just want to say thank you for all the positive responces. Every person hit right on.. very serious each person said something that ment a lot to me. I am greatful for everything in my...

:(well I guess i am. Just Disappointed that even after lossing. 60 something pounds. I still look so fat. My body has gotten. Somewhat. Smaller. , but. Still the same. Shape .. most. People. That...

I took gas x strips. Ended up passing them out to a few others. When you feel pressure is the best time to take them. You may have to suck on some ice or swish some water. To help it desolve. I have...

I had surgey with dr. Elias ortiz at hospital mi doctor. It was 4200 but I paid 350 more because my bmi was over 50. First you do pre op paper work via fax or pc. Then the doctor will look over it....

Glad to see you made it home ok. It was nice to see you in mexico. I also was dropped off at air port 5 1/2 hours early. Not fun. It was going to be 7 hours but they made a few stops first. They need...

Some times we have to show our love even if we are not in the mood. It been done for 100dreds of years. If you love him show him. Good luck {also make sure he knows its something with you and not...

I think she might be talking about suction. My doctor said he could not tell me not to have sex, just use your own judgement be carefull. Can you call your doc and ask? Personally I Fill I should...

I am on day 11, i thought I was stronge and wouldn't have any problem with the deit but I was so wrong. Most people say the 1st 4 day are hardest but it was about 6 for me but hard in differant ways....

Help I'm on7th day of pre op diet. Can I take something for very bad cramps?