Dr. Elias Ortiz or Dr. Fernando Garcia?

[bulldog1973 88]

Dr. Fernando Garcia is the doctor you should use. Between me and a friend we have referred 10 people to him in the last 15 months, all have had wonderful success and no complications. My surgery was 07/03/13 and I have lost 124 pounds, 1 pound to go. He, his assistants, the nurses, and everyone associated with him were, and have been, wonderful. I recommend him to everyone.

[hollisrn76 21]

Question,

Do you go to Mexico twice then.  Once for a consultation and another for the surgery?  Do they do any preop lab work?  How does all of that work?  How long does it take?  TIA

[MISSORLANDOPLUSAMERICA2011 11]

Morning!

No Maam!

You only go to Mexico ONCE. There are some things that you need to do here such as a low-no carb diet followed by liquids a day or two BEFORE your surgery. Once you get to Mexico they will do all your pre-op the day before your surgery including x-rays, tests, etc. Before you return home the Doctor will send you with EVERYTHING you will need in order to receive any follow-up care. Your stay will be for 5 nights 6 days in Mexico

Question,

Do you go to Mexico twice then. Once for a consultation and another for the surgery? Do they do any preop lab work? How does all of that work? How long does it take? TIA

[hollisrn76 21]

thank you

So how long does it usually take to get a surgery date?

[MISSORLANDOPLUSAMERICA2011 11]

No Problem.

You pick the day that works for you. If you ever need to change the day then you let them know and it goes from there. In all cases I am pretty sure there is like a 500.00 deposit to hold that day once you have the process. For example: I picked Dec. 9th back in August and I finally put my for that day in September. I was already on the list, but I made it official!

thank you

So how long does it usually take to get a surgery date?

[KC VSG 46]

One thing to note before I forget...They didn't have bath towels at florence hospital..... Wasn't expecting that. I'm not sure if they just didn't have any or if it was just something they don't provide. So take a couple of face/ bath towels with you.

I've heard this many times.... I wonder why that is??

[Kimbella83 17]

I am going thru A Lighter Me with Dr Elias Ortiz and I want my post op instructions so I can prepare. Any idea when I can expect to receive that info? I am scheduled for second week of December. I was told by my patient coordinator that it will be sent to me a few weeks before surgery. I know its 6.5 weeks away but I would like to get familiar with it and plan. If anyone who used A Lighter Me would please weigh in. Thx

[MISSORLANDOPLUSAMERICA2011 11]

@@kimbella morning! I just went on Google and printed out the pre and post instructions for my surgery. I then went oordered a panthlet from a dr in my area and it was all the same.

[Kimbella83 17]

Okay great. Thanks!

[Ronab 23]

Does anyone know if Do. E. Ortiz does the "sewing" over the staples? I don't know what is called but I have read that this is an extra precaution to avoid leaking. I have scheduled surgery with him on December 11th.

[Kimbella83 17]

Im not familiar with that.

[hdd55146 29]

Does anyone know if Do. E. Ortiz does the "sewing" over the staples? I don't know what is called but I have read that this is an extra precaution to avoid leaking. I have scheduled surgery with him on December 11th.

Ronab how did it go? Hope all is well. I'm guessing you're still in Mexico since your surgery was scheduled for 12/11. When you're up to it, pls let me know if Dr. Ortiz did the sewing over your staples. I'm curious about this is as well and I'm scheduled with him for 12/29.

[Ronab 23]

Yes he does. Sucture staple and glue. I leave tomorrow. So far so good, no complications so I will keep my fingers crossed. Never in any pain. Just gassy from anesthesia. Gotta keep walking.

[Kimbella83 17]

I just got home from my surgey with Dr. E Ortiz which was 12/10. No pain. Just gas. I am so pleased!