I had a terrible experience and needed wound care in the States for an infected incision. googletag.pubads().collapseEmptyDivs(); This email exchange was yesterday. "pageStart": 1, @media only screen and (min-width: 384px) and (max-width: 767px) {} They stole my money!!! "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=3818508", ips.setSetting( 'emoji_cache', jQuery.parseJSON('"1"') ); I had surgery with Dr. C at the Blue Hospital. Simply being obese puts you at a greater risk for dying during surgery. Wishing you continued healing and success. "@type": "Organization", !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod? "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/" "@type": "Person", resizeWindow(); The anesthesiologist was such a kind and compassionate man, he made me feel safe! }, Bariatric Reports is a medical consumer review website highlighting provider reviews and ratings. If anyone is going into this without understanding that there is risk for surgery then please realize that you have not researched this enough. //googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/H1_Header', [[728, 90], [320, 50]], 'div-gpt-ad-1486151375290-0').addService(googletag.pubads()); "name": "Proud2BMe", I was in and out of sleeping. The area around this hospital is NOT the best area I reluctantly packed up my belongings (crying and scared), and walked out the door with my suitcase, alone, down the dark streets of Tijuana and stumbling around because of the pain meds they gave me. }); ShoppGirl I had the worst experience with this clinic, I never got my surgery so can not comment on the doctors or nurses but the administration staff that operate the clinic are complete nightmares. Dr. Elias Ortiz hails from Baja California, Mexico, and holds more than 8 years of medical experience in bariatric surgery. They have partnered with several finance companies like Citerra Finance, United Medical Credit, eFinancing Solutions, and Medicard for Canadian patients. { I don't know what to do. It clearly sounds like this woman is miserable in her job. "position": 1, Started 12 hours ago, By Everyone knows it takes 2 years for your body to balance out at least. Are you a Surgeon? "@type": "Comment", "userInteractionCount": 102 I wish I could make it my lifes mission to tell the world how terrible this place is. "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/monthly_2020_09/imported-photo-251696.thumb.jpeg.b22a446370aadc366ebb34d3b78f69e1.jpeg", "dateCreated": "2015-04-30T01:01:23+0000", The company is led by Dr. Elias Ortiz, former chief surgeon at A. "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/" So I got my bags and headed downstairs to the front desk. Tomorrow I start my clear liquid diet until my surgery. "text": "I\u0027ve been reading these forums for the last few weeks and haven\u0027t had the courage to register. Elias Ortiz & Company . I mean is that crazy? $(window).resize(debounce(function(){ var newDevice = detectDevice(); if(newDevice !== cachedDevice){ They won't tell me what happened except to say it was a couple hours after surgery. googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Sidebar_125x125_SQ4', [125, 125], 'div-gpt-ad-SQ4').addService(googletag.pubads());googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Sidebar_300x250_S1', [300, 250], 'div-gpt-ad-S1').addService(googletag.pubads()); The bariatric center has also earned a good reputation in Mexico and the U.S. for its dedicated patient care. Post-operative patient care is another aspect that the patients have reviewed positively. I just heard some disturbing news and felt that I had no choice but to sign up and share my story and info. "text": "Sorry, I should have provided proof: Go to Realself, search \u0027Dr.Ortiz Death\u0027. 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If you have any questions on our products or want to learn more about us please email us at dr.calleja@eliasortiz.co. I'm going through A Lighter Me and Mi Doctors Hospital. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=3819697", I will not go to this doctor or through the company. Seriously, this was becoming a nightmare. We are not healthcare providers. The lower your weight at surgery the higher your chance of surviving.\n", refreshAds = function(refresh_slots) { If you plan your surgery for a month or longer into the future don\u0027t wait until two weeks before your surgery to start your diet. There are things you can do to lessen your risk of death. 2 Posted May 1, 2015 @ @SuninVirgo The risk of heart attack is highest upon given anesthesia as it can raise the blood pressure significantly. var ipsDebug = false; I had looked at A. Ortiz from the beginning, then researchedothers. This is not the time to have people sitting around waiting for the one speech. var targetElement = classModifiers[2]; For patients who are not suitable for or have failed to lose enough weight through Gastric Sleeve surgery, Gastric Bypass might be a better alternative. If you feel the benefits outweigh the risk then go ahead and do it. { "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/", "position": 2, From what I\u0027ve heard this is their SECOND death! function viselyForumInit() { "itemListElement": [ document.dispatchEvent(new CustomEvent('viselyWidgetInit', {detail: { widgetType: 'TRENDING_NOW' }})); "@type": "BreadcrumbList", }, $74.99, Regular price "name": "Weight Loss Surgery Forums" $(document).ready(function(){ All in all, I think the hotel is a dump. Upon arrival at the hotel, I got to my room and wanted a shower. It might seem like youre getting all these bells and whistles and youre SAFE. I leave this review here, rather than the Facebook group out of fear of retaliation. Bariatric Multivitamins! Rocketreach finds email, phone & social media for 450M+ professionals. Sometimes chosen over the gastric bypass because it is less invasive. There\u0027s no way I\u0027m going to use them now. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/contact/" That is not what I wanted to see before I went into surgery. They are liars, thiefs, and completely lack compassion and empathy. He was my Angel of Tijuana. This is their rules as stated on their facts. Not sure where you heard 2 years. They also provide direct contact information in case you want to talk directly to the hospital team or hotel staff. Sign up for the latest news, offers and styles, Copyright 2023, Elias Ortiz & Company . Dr Elias Ortiz . Bandedbut Started 2 hours ago, By useCompiledFiles: true, var relocateSearch = function(){ if (detectDevice() > 25){ $("#elSearch").prependTo(".ipsfocus-search"); } else { $("#elSearch").prependTo(".mobile-search"); } } The woman went with a friend Where are you receiving this info from, please? Everyone in our group and the group the day before us is doing well. Their coordinators will get in touch if you are eligible for bariatric surgery and also provide available dates and current pricing. "text": "I just had surgery with Dr Garcia on Saturday. The weight loss surgical center also has high ratings for their friendly staff, amiable environment, cleanliness, and accommodation at the 5-star Grand Hotel Tijuana. "@type": "Comment", .visely-pagination button { width: 1px; height:1px; outline:none; margin: 7px 7px; border: none; padding: 5px 5px; cursor: pointer; border-radius: 100%; background: #e3e3e3; min-width: 0px;} "author": { .visely-recommendations-container .product__title p { margin:0px; } $('.ipsNavBar_primary > ul > li:has(ul)').doubleTapToGo(); { // END Shopify Context ..sets the standard for weight loss surgery in Mexico, Claim 9,983 Surgeries Performed as of January 2020, Claim 15,912 Surgeries Performed as of January 2022. message_imgURL: "", He is very in demand. "@context": "http://schema.org", "@context": "http://schema.org", If anyone has further info, don't hesitate to chime in. Their official website has full details about their phone/fax number and email address. Follow the pre-op diet and lose as much weight as possible before surgery. I had to hire an attorney to get my money back after being blocked for canceling my surgery after some unprofessional communication. "name": "SimplySharon", if(number===0||!isFinite(number)){return number} .complete .visely-recommendations-container, .visely-recommendations-title.complete { opacity: 1; } }, I am especially disturbed about the secrecy. .cycle-2 img:nth-of-type(1) { -webkit-animation-delay: -3s; animation-delay: -3s; } Sign up for a new account in our community. .cycle-3 img:nth-of-type(3) { -webkit-animation-delay: -9s; animation-delay: -9s; } "author": { "@type": "InteractionCounter", }, Many people who chicken out of having the surgery will go on to die of an obesity-related illness. Elias Ortiz & Company also has highly efficient bariatric/plastic/dental coordinators, dedicated transportation team, patient advocates, and hotel staff. This is the most common weight loss surgical procedure that helps reduce over 70% of excess body fat in less than two years. 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