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    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Default Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    Before I pull the trigger and call OCC, has anyone ever heard anything negative about Dr. Ortiz or the OCC experience?
    I've only found glowing reviews and I'm sure other can relate to this, I'm like "is this too good to be true?"

    Thanks, everyone! This forum has been so, so helpful.

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    Gastric Sleeve Member barrbdoll's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Emily
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    I had my surgery with Dr. Ortiz on April 16th and am only 8lbs away from my goal... I can't say enough about my ENTIRE experience. The staff at OCC is superb and you will be taken care of extremely well!! I will be happy to answer any questions that you may have but one of his coordinators, Lori Wrights had her revision surgery the same day as me. She had her band taken out and opted for the sleeve. You are definitely in the BEST hands!!

    Best of Luck!!!

    Emily



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    Gastric Sleeve Member barrbdoll's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Emily
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    04/16/2012
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    Dr. Ariel Ortiz
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    oh.. as far as the "too good to be true" feeling... I STILL feel that way.... My sleeve surgery was my first surgery ever and I was amazed at how good I felt after surgery. I was so mentally "in the zone" which I believe plays a major part in your recovery but I had very minimal pain (imagine doing 500 crunches), no gas, no nausea, etc... Dr. Ortiz calls me a poster board patient and I would have to agree with him... After being heavy my entire life I finally have the CONTROL that I never had before... Of course everyone is different but my entire experience has been relatively EASY!! I can't say enough about it!!



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Socaldixiegal's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    02/11/2013
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    Dr. Ariel Ortiz
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    Surgery is a week from today. I kinda feel/felt the same in that I did tons and tons of research and couldn't find anything negative.


    Starting weight for lap-band = 252
    miserable 5 years later
    Starting weight for VSG = 229
    Pre-op weight = 219

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Texas Girl's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Angie
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    01/15/2013
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    Dr Ariel Ortiz
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    I had my surgery on January 15th and I can't say enough good about him and OCC either! I felt the same way when I was doing the research; I found at least 1 or 2 negative reviews from almost every other surgeon, but I couldn't find anything bad about him.

    Now that I've been there, I know why.
    My Blog: Intentional Living (haven't updated since gaining most of my weight back... )

    Heaviest Weight 11/13/09: 283
    Lowest Weight 06/07/11: 159
    Surgery Booked 11/26/12: 238.8
    Post "food mourning" 12/11/12: 245ish
    Pre-Op Diet Start 01/06/13: 232.2
    Surgery Date 01/15/2013 (Goal 227): 222.8



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    Gastric Sleeve Member HoosierGirl's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    02/04/2013
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    Had my surgery with Dr. Ariel Ortiz at the OCC on Monday of this week. I was really skeptical because all I had read were so positive and like you, was concerned how it could all be so great. My girlfriend who accompanied me and I agreed if anything seemed shady or off in any way, we were going to just leave! But everything, literally, was the way it was explained to be on their website or by others on this forum.

    The pre-operative assessments and counseling with nutritionist were very beneficial. I did not feel rushed through anything. The doctors spoke excellent english, the nurses were not perfect english speakers but certainly understood what you were asking/needing.

    I was pretty out of it the day of surgery, but felt good yesterday and feel fantastic today. If there is anything specific I could answer for you, just let me know.

    I guess let me put it to you this way, if someone I knew asked me if it is safe to go to Dr. Ortiz I would say absolutely.

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    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    Hoosier Girl,
    I'm so excited for you! I'm glad you're feeling so great and you must be elated to be on the other side!! Whoa whoa!

    I did end up finding "my" surgeon and am having my VSG on March 7th w/ Dr. Cirangle in San Fran. My husband really was against going to Mexico, so this is the path were taking and I'm super excited.

    Can't wait to follow your progress on your journey. I'm gonna be right there with you very soon!
    Keep healing and feeling good!

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    Gastric Sleeve Member tartie_pants's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    LOL glad so many of us are / were in the same boat. I searched and searched and couldn't find negatives. My partner is a HUGE skeptic she had our friend who is like a google ninja look for anything bad as well and he came up empty handed. He was also able to verify everything on the web site. I also like how OCC was the least "agressive" of all the places I looked at. They never contacted me unless I called first. I took their pre-op information to my Dr. here and he was pleased with it. So yes it seems like it but I think this is a rare case of it really is that good.



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    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    I could never find a single negative thing. Like tar tie_pants, they only contacted me after I contacted them and after giving me the info I requested, they've never contacted me again. There facilities look beautiful.

    HoosierGirl, was the hospital as nice as it's been described? I read somewhere that it's almost spa-like.

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    Gastric Sleeve Member tonilee2's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Toni Lee
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    Quote Originally Posted by HoosierGirl View Post
    Had my surgery with Dr. Ariel Ortiz at the OCC on Monday of this week. I was really skeptical because all I had read were so positive and like you, was concerned how it could all be so great. My girlfriend who accompanied me and I agreed if anything seemed shady or off in any way, we were going to just leave! But everything, literally, was the way it was explained to be on their website or by others on this forum.

    The pre-operative assessments and counseling with nutritionist were very beneficial. I did not feel rushed through anything. The doctors spoke excellent english, the nurses were not perfect english speakers but certainly understood what you were asking/needing.

    I was pretty out of it the day of surgery, but felt good yesterday and feel fantastic today. If there is anything specific I could answer for you, just let me know.

    I guess let me put it to you this way, if someone I knew asked me if it is safe to go to Dr. Ortiz I would say absolutely.

    Your post is so uplifting! I am thrilled for you that you had such a positive experience with Dr. Ortiz and the staff at Obesity Control Center. And guess what???? I just paid my deposit and I am booked with him for a VSG on April 2, 2013! Nervous but excited and soooooo grateful!

    Thank you thank you thank you for the glowing review! I am so happy for you! Please keep us posted about your progress!!!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member HoosierGirl's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    02/04/2013
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    Dr. Ariel Ortiz
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    It was nice at OCC. Lots of natural light. I felt like the cushions in the lobby might have been a little worn out, and maybe a chair in my room was a little worn, but nothing was dirty. The hospital bed was comfortable and although there was only 1 bath, it was super clean. At first, I was not excited about sharing a bathroom, but none of us were showering there and it was a great way to force yourself to get up to walk. As far as being spa-like, there was a rock water feature on the table near my bed that was nice. The nurses cared for you, but didn't come in every hour to pester you and they didn't wake me in the night by being loud.

    Plus, the level of coordination between the Marriot supporting the surgery crowd and working with the OCC was fantastic. Really is a great overall experience.

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    Gastric Sleeve Member tartie_pants's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    I have to say that one of the reasons I chose OCC was to recover in a Marriott bed! Anyone use any of the facilities at the Marriott? I have a ton of points and was thinking of booking a facial or something with my mom while we were there. Were you able to go and do anything? If so what?



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Socaldixiegal's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    02/11/2013
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    Dr. Ariel Ortiz
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    I didn't do much but stay in my room. I did a chemical peel at OCC while there, but honestly I took it very easy. Some people are running all over, but the docs advise against that.

    Oh, and I love those beds!


    Starting weight for lap-band = 252
    miserable 5 years later
    Starting weight for VSG = 229
    Pre-op weight = 219

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    Gastric Sleeve Member HoosierGirl's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    02/04/2013
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    Dr. Ariel Ortiz
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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    Marriott beds. AHHHHH! Slept great while I was there.

    Several ladies got a taxi for a couple hours to tour Tijuana. I basically walked in my room and slept. I was tired and focused on drinking, so I didn't get a lot of tourist stuff done. Didn't do any facials, pedicures or anything. If you have points, upgrade your room to a better view....I had a view of the roof and the street! Ha ha!

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    Default Re: Anything Negative about Dr. Ariel Ortiz??

    Has anyone recently had the surgery with Dr. Ortiz? Would love to hear more about more recent experiences.

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