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Hello BariatricPal,

I have narrowed my sergeon selection to Dr Ariel Ortiz at OCC, and Dr. Rene Armenta at Renew Bariatrics. I have GERD and require daily medication. I was originally going to get the MGB, until I came across the IGS. Has anyone had the IGS at OCC and is your reflux resolved? Comments appriciated.

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ISG - IGS

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I've looked where I can, but I'm not going to watch a sales video on how the IGS is so much better than a VSG. I just don't have that much time left.

So can you explain the difference, in simple words because I'm just not that bright, what the difference is between a VSG and an ISG?

Thanks ever so.

And good luck whichever you choose.

Tek

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According to OCC: The IGS implements a fundic anchoring technique that effectively reduces the risk of herniation and severe chronic acid reflux. Yes, it sounds like marketing and I am taking it with a grain of salt. Looking for anyone who may have gone through this procedure to validate any reduced or eliminated reflux.

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Thanks for the quick response.

I'm not going to reply here because I'll be accused of all sorts of horrible things.

Do more research, if you choose too.

Good luck,

Tek

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15 hours ago, AZCRS said:

According to OCC: The IGS implements a fundic anchoring technique that effectively reduces the risk of herniation and severe chronic acid reflux. Yes, it sounds like marketing and I am taking it with a grain of salt. Looking for anyone who may have gone through this procedure to validate any reduced or eliminated reflux.

I did not do that procedure. But I will tell you my opinion on it.

While I fully support Medical Tourism, and getting the procedure in places like mexico, I do think they use shiny gimick words to one up and get your business. I also think that its .... interesting... that they are doing a procedure that no other US doctor is advertising..

Combining that with the fact that it is hard to get a MX doctor to approve you for bypass, they heavily prefer sleeve because they can get them in and out faster and easier.

I would encourage you to find a doctor that will approve you for bypass especially if you already have reflux issues

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Did not get answers that sufficiently addressed my concerns with OCC. Decided to go with Renew Bariatrics and Dr. Rene Armenta. MGB surgery is scheduled for September 2nd. I will report back on experience post surgery.

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