bellaportagie 0 Posted October 23, 2013 So I've narrowed my search for a surgeon for my gastric Sleeve operation in Mexico to either Dr Elias Ortiz or Dr Illan Faijo. I need any and ALL info/experience good or bad to help me make my final decision. Thank you all very much in advance Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sherry24184 253 Posted October 23, 2013 I was sleeved 8/31/13 and would go back to him over and over. I had no pain meds after 2nd day. You can go to my blog if you'd like to. I didn't want to leave TJ and my husband and I had the best time that we've ever had. Omar the coordinator took such good care of us and Dr. Illan is such a talented surgeon. I was up and running 3rd day from surgery and haven't stopped since. I started 326 pre op, 301 surgery date and currently 264. Very happy! I will send you a PM to join our group so you can ask any questions you may have I LOVE MY SLEEVE!!!! 2 yups541 and Tiff reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sherry24184 253 Posted October 23, 2013 I was sleeved 8/31/13 and would go back to him over and over. I had no pain meds after 2nd day. You can go to my blog if you'd like to. I didn't want to leave TJ and my husband and I had the best time that we've ever had. Omar the coordinator took such good care of us and Dr. Illan is such a talented surgeon. I was up and running 3rd day from surgery and haven't stopped since. I started 326 pre op, 301 surgery date and currently 264. Very happy! I will send you a PM to join our group so you can ask any questions you may have I LOVE MY SLEEVE!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RTRsleever 10 Posted October 23, 2013 I used Dr. Illan this month and had the ultimate sleeve experience. His team goes above and beyond taking care of you. The hospital and hospital staff was excellent. The only day I was uncomfortable was after surgery from gas otherwise than that a smooth recovery. 1 sherry24184 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bellaportagie 0 Posted October 23, 2013 Thank you for ur comments. I have heard much more about Dr Illan and Omar and all good. I pretty much made up my mind Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*susan* 1,709 Posted October 23, 2013 He is a wonderful doctor. If you are interested, I can help you get set up with him. We only charge $4,500 for the sleeve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BelindaK 11 Posted November 1, 2013 I had Dr. Elias Ortiz and he was wonderful! No major gas, afterpain, or any of the throat/acid issues I've read so many other patients complain about! He was professional but took plenty of time for aftercare, and bonus: the scars are going to be nearly invisible! I highly recommend! 1 nolagirl reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Denisemc 12 Posted November 4, 2013 I was sleeved 8/31/13 and would go back to him over and over. I had no pain meds after 2nd day. You can go to my blog if you'd like to. I didn't want to leave TJ and my husband and I had the best time that we've ever had. Omar the coordinator took such good care of us and Dr. Illan is such a talented surgeon. I was up and running 3rd day from surgery and haven't stopped since. I started 326 pre op' date=' 301 surgery date and currently 264. Very happy! I will send you a PM to join our group so you can ask any questions you may have <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> I LOVE MY SLEEVE!!!![/quote'] Did you have your surgery at A Lighter Me? That is where I'm going Dec 11th. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Denisemc 12 Posted November 4, 2013 I had Dr. Elias Ortiz and he was wonderful! No major gas' date=' afterpain, or any of the throat/acid issues I've read so many other patients complain about! He was professional but took plenty of time for aftercare, and bonus: the scars are going to be nearly invisible! I highly recommend![/quote'] I'm going to have my sleeve done by dr Elias Ortiz on dec 11th Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenger 22 Posted November 4, 2013 I used Dr. Elias Ortiz and had a great experience! It has been almost 5 months and I am 4 pounds short of 80 pounds lost. I currently weigh 204. Almost in the 100s! 1 Denisemc reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jrrodriguez 22 Posted November 10, 2013 I had surgery 2 days ago with Dr. Elias Ortiz. I'm still at Mi Doctor, leaving for the Marriott later today. Dr. Ortiz and his staff have been amazing. The hospital is clean and everyone is very friendly and attentive. 1 Denisemc reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Denisemc 12 Posted November 10, 2013 I had surgery 2 days ago with Dr. Elias Ortiz. I'm still at Mi Doctor, leaving for the Marriott later today. Dr. Ortiz and his staff have been amazing. The hospital is clean and everyone is very friendly and attentive. That is great to hear I'll be the dec 11th. Glad to hear you are doing good!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chamblem 2 Posted November 13, 2013 So glad to hear. I will be sleeved by Dr. Ortiz on Nov 15. I am going alone and a little nervous. Glad to hear the great reviews. Thank you!!! 1 jrrodriguez reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chonda 10 Posted November 18, 2013 Considering dr Ortiz for my surgery. Hoping to schedule for February due to work Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Barnett 34 Posted November 18, 2013 I am going to write a full review of Alighterme tonight when I have more time. However, Dr Ortiz is outstanding! I have zero side effects. Got back from Mexico and worked a full day today. Most everybody at the Marriott in TJ felt the same. Abraham will have activities planned to go shopping and eat some home made cream(which tastes so good after surgery). This gets you up and moving but he also shows you the town. The doctors come to the Marriott and check on you. To top it off, Today, Dr Ortiz sent me a Facebook message asking me how I was doing and if I had any questions. What doctor does that? I highly recommend. 3 jrrodriguez, Denisemc and nolagirl reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites