"dateCreated": "2015-04-28T03:02:29+0000", ] My surgery was successful and I feel good. Dr. Ortiz is known to perform upwards of 10 procedures every day. "dateCreated": "2017-04-25T03:22:17+0000", I was lucky enough to work at home after the surgery, but unfortunately, I was laid-off. { The odor of the stools is unbearable. Started 22 hours ago, By "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=4444820", "@type": "Person", "dateCreated": "2017-12-27T22:29:59+0000", "name": "stacey03", }, useCompiledFiles: true, Had VSG 5/26/15. ] A patient died after surgery with Dr. Elias Ortiz at A Lighter Me! ips.setSetting( 'bypass_profanity', jQuery.parseJSON('0') ); Get a free consultation. "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/monthly_2017_12/S_member_331819.png", Without a doubt, this was the worst decision of my life. After months of problems, I went back to my surgeon, Dr. Covarrubias, and withing the hour, he clearly identified my problem was not my lap band, but my gall bladder. After I awoke from surgery I was told that an additional 2 feet of malabsorption were added. Allie Cat, February 7 Complications of transoral and transnasal . A patient died after surgery with Dr. Elias Ortiz at A Lighter Me! 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The bottom of their website states "Elias Ortiz & Company is a scheduling facilitator. Jalil Illan Fraijo has performed over 8500 surgeries without a patient death.\n\tDr. } He received his medical degree from American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine and has been in practice between 11-20 years. Alexander COVID News-Dr. Paul Elias Alexander's Newsletter is a reader-supported publication . Brandy Crawford It's easy! "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/monthly_2017_12/M_member_321206.png", Dr. Lisa Marie Pompa has also performed thousands of procedures without a patient death. Emails provided to The Tribune-News show that Brimhall ran a lucrative referral service using SLUSD resources for more than five years. function viselyForumInit() { "text": "Here are two surgeons in Tijuana:\n\tDr. } else { Sunshine Brewer and Sheli Stoddard also received after care from Hall and reported complications. . "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/" They don\u2019t bother informing you of this prior to payment. in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions, By Elias Ortiz Gomez, MD has a very astounding resume, he was a speaker for many big events, worked in many hospitals, and wrote lots of bariatric surgery publications. "@id": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/forum/988-weight-loss-surgery-forums/", None of the surgeons from the facility where I had my surgery done can work anywhere but at a military treatment facility in the US. "@type": "WebSite", Then I went back to sleep. var mappingT1P1; var className = classModifiers[0]; Virtual Consultations Now Available (832) 963-1803 After I awoke from surgery I was told that an additional 2 feet of malabsorption were added. "author": { "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/monthly_2018_06/27337087_10215051054900088_49427706625997313_n.thumb.jpg.5d19f0a5e69dbefea9ab2d53f15b4677.jpg", An unqualified "NO" would do, but all this prevarication clearly points to "YES". Dr Ortiz did my surgery and he was so awesome he told me what he was going to do and how long it would take. "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/" "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/profile/252836-suninvirgo/" I remember seeing Dr Ortiz in the nurses area and how surprised he was that I was walking already. I was first on the table that day, as the highest risk patient. I was lucky enough to work at home after the surgery, but unfortunately, I was laid-off. Dr. Elias Ortiz is no longer with A LighterMe, that is why there is so much confusion and frustration with hem. Dr. Ortiz is a part of an ongoing criminal investigation following serious cardiac complications and a colleague's death connected to IV bags that were potentially tampered with at the Baylor . Started Yesterday at 05:57 PM. }, t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, I chose ALM for my gastric bypass revision. . "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=4522895", The whole trip was very organized and relaxing. Or continue with the stupid attacks, w/e floats . detectDevice(); In the O.R. Carson Miller was another one of Halls patients. { We decided after a short period of time and background investigations that some were not a good fit for our company. }, I start a new job as a home health nurse tomorrow. } }, I needed this tool desperately. 4.8 107 reviews. He's patient, professional, THOROUGH! "@type": "Person", Sandy, has there been a recent patient death at ALM? 51.7K members Join group About this group After spending 8 years as the Chief Surgeon with another bariatric . .visely-recommendation-item .badge--sale {margin: 5px; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 5px; display: block; font-size: 13px; padding: 1px 4px; position: absolute; right: 0; text-align: center; text-transform: uppercase; top: 0; min-width: 55px; width:auto; z-index: 3; height: 35px; line-height: 35px;background-color: #e36fab; } "dateCreated": "2017-09-19T22:24:41+0000", "@context": "http://schema.org", 48 were here. Everyone seems ve. You can read about his qualifications and history here and he see which procedures he . Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? ], Nothing is guaranteed about anything, its a tool not a magic bullet. Is it possible for you to answer the question about a recent patient death at ALM? ALighterMe.com, known prominently as A Lighter Me or ALM, is a medical tourism facilitator offering bariatric, plastic, and dental procedures. var messageDate = new Date(); "dateCreated": "2017-04-25T00:45:11+0000", .visely-pagination button.small { margin: 0px 5px; padding: 5px; } .visely-recommendations-container .product__title { margin: 10px 10px 0px; min-height: 60px; color: #2a6496; font-weight: 900; } "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=4570477", "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/profile/photo-thumb-252836.jpg", Watch the video above to learn about Dr. Galvao. performed at least 2000 surgeries and have been performing surgeries for at least 4 years that are free of deaths and complications." Yeah, so name 1 surgeon that meets that criteria. As difficult as it is to postpone surgeries for May during the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic, it's the safest decision for our patients, their guests, and our staff. After forking out over $6,000 cash one of the first things I was informed of when I got to Tajuana was that there was no guarantee that I would lose any weight. For info email hello@eliasortiz.co (not com) . I had my VSG on 2/2/18 amazed with Dr. Ortiz professionalize and the staff of ALM. mapProvider: 'none', How do you answer this question, Weirdest None-Scale-Victory - I'll go first. { "@type": "ListItem", Mexican facilities are just like US facilities. "@type": "Person", A coordinator will be in touch to discuss your weight loss surgery options. Surgery Assistant of Dr. Elias Ortiz on many bariatric procedures, 2014 - Present Resident Coordinator of General Surgery 2012-2013 XXXVI International Congress of General Surgeons, 2012 As their chief of surgery, Ortiz is one of the top-rated surgeons in Mexico. (function(w,d,t,r,u){var f,n,i;w[u]=w[u]||[],f=function(){var o={ti:"5174920"};o.q=w[u],w[u]=new UET(o),w[u].push("pageLoad")},n=d.createElement(t),n.src=r,n.async=1,n.onload=n.onreadystatechange=function(){var s=this.readyState;s&&s!=="loaded"&&s!=="complete"||(f(),n.onload=n.onreadystatechange=null)},i=d.getElementsByTagName(t)[0],i.parentNode.insertBefore(n,i)})(window,document,"script","//bat.bing.com/bat.js","uetq"); I originally lost 150 lbs., but gained back approximately 60 pounds after 5 years. The additional 2 feet of malabsorption causes me to have AT LEAST 5 loose stools a day. Call us: 833-781-7444 For me, the risk was worth it. "@type": "Person", { "position": 1, Take your first step by telling us a little about yourself. I invite you to name even 2 surgeons that have performed at least 2000 surgeries and have been performing surgeries for at least 4 years that are free of deaths and complications. } else if (modifyClass === 'remove'){ window.addEventListener('load', function() {viselyForumInit();}); Dr. Ortiz has coordinators on staff at Mi Doctor to assist with any questions or concerns. "@type": "Comment", I was slowly killing myself anyhow.\n\n", // END Shopify Context Thats Sandys job as a facilitator is to make sure her friends and family have safe conditions. A Lighter Me. From beginning to end, a very professional experience. googletag.pubads().refresh(); "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/profile/315011-raheema/" }; :) I couldn't say enough about him. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=4443033", This does not help at all.\n\n\n\n\tIf anybody is considering a revision I would seriously reconsider going to ALM. Learn more by visiting our website: https://eliasortiz.co/Meet past and present patients on our Facebook support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/elias. ObesityHelp.com does not monitor or edit this information. ObesityHelp is dedicated to the education, empowerment and support of all individuals affected by obesity, along with their families, friends, employers, surgeons and physicians. Here are two surgeons in Tijuana: "@type": "Comment", I now have no social life and have become a hermit.\n\n", with Ariel Ortiz MD interviews a a patient that has developed a complication 72 hours after having a Gastric Sleeve performed with Dr Ortiz.When. Elk Grove, CA. This provider is highly rated on Yelp, Facebook, Google, and even on forums such as Obesity Help, offering a variety of medical services in Tijuana. The surgery was a complete success, very minimal pain, barely visible scarring. in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A, By Jessie Ballandby, Justin Blackburn, Carson Miller, Sheli Stoddard and Sunshine Brewer have served a notice of claim demanding $100 million in damages from 18 defendants, citing negligence, fraud, misrepresentation, violation of the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act and intentional infliction of emotional distress on behalf of themselves and as many as 6,000 other persons who received services from the defendants and those entities that supported their endeavors. ShoppGirl Visit Website. .cycle-3 img {-webkit-animation-duration: 9s; animation-duration: 9s; -webkit-animation-name: fade3; animation-name: fade3; } "@type": "Language", { I had my VSG on 2/2/18 amazed with Dr. Ortiz professionalize and the staff of ALM. With a degree in medicine from the Faculty of Medicine of the Baja California State University, Dr. Montalvo specializes in general surgery. He graduated from medical school at UAG in Guadalajara, Laparoscopic specializing in bariatric and metabolic surgery based in Tijuana. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/profile/290712-shelterdog64/" //setInterval(function(){googletag.pubads().refresh();}, 75000); }, Elias Ortiz & Company sets the standard for weight loss surgery in Mexico. var ViselyPage = 'index'; This does not help at all. jsURL: "//www.bariatricpal.com/applications/core/interface/js/js.php", I chose ALM for my gastric bypass revision. The single-anastomosis duodenal switch, also called stomach intestinal pylorus sparing surgery (SIPS) - or the Turbo Sleeve. "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=4443016", They kept us well informed during that time as well. After being blocked for canceling my surgery after some unprofessional communication, I had to hire an attorney to get my money back. }, .cycle-3 img:nth-of-type(3) { -webkit-animation-delay: -9s; animation-delay: -9s; } "2nd Regional and International Congress on Obesity" conducted by the Association for the Study of Obesity and its complications AC. Wishing you continued healing and success. How did you lose so much weight? I had my VSG done by Dr. Elias Ortiz Feburary 2020. { "@type": "Person", By In Mexico City, Dr. Omar Lazos was selected as a resident for the sub-specialty in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the National Medical Center on November 20. He works through A Lighter Me, who facilitated the process extremely well.I would absolutely recommend Dr. Ortiz and ALM! I can name at least 3 of your surgeons (former surgeons) that previously worked with ALM. The care I received at Mi Hospital was great as well. $('.ipsNavBar_primary > ul > li:has(ul)').doubleTapToGo(); var _d_site = _d_site || '91477E68AE0F3B83C4E72821'; "position": 2, @-webkit-keyframes fade3 { 0% {opacity: 0;} 5% {opacity: 1;} 35% {opacity: 1;} 40% {opacity: 0;} 100% {opacity: 0;} } Yes, it went great, no there weren't complications. GreenTealael, July 24, 2018 }}, 500)); Over the years they have developed a successful process that has every detail of your surgery and recovery worked out. var mapFn=arguments.length>1?arguments[1]:void undefined;var T;if(typeof mapFn!=='undefined'){if(!isCallable(mapFn)){throw new TypeError('Array.from: when provided, the second argument must be a function')} . Ill preempt this by stating I have no interest in ever having surgery in Mexico. Allegra is represented by Avanti Talent Management for Commercial and Voiceover. }; Visit website. Dr. Ariel Ortiz has trained hundreds of young surgeons around the world to perform weight loss surgery safely and effectively. } Dr Ortiz, Dr Morales, the anesthesiologist and a special doctor they had on hand b/c of my blood disorder all came over to visit and talk to me before I was put under. var Shopify = Shopify || {}; !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/" This bariatric surgery provider claims to carefully select and constantly monitor their Tijuana, Mexico hospital facilities and hotel accommodations to assure that they are providing patients with the most comfortable, worry-free experience possible. Born and raised in Tijuana Bali California, Mexico, Dr. Miguel Montalvo understands the demands and specifications involved with surgical patients in Tijuana. } omrhsn, February 16 So a month after her surgery they say they need a doctor at the hotel. mcipanda, February 23 Nothing is guaranteed about anything, its a tool not a magic bullet. The information contained on this site is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice nor creates any physician patient relationship. When I contacted, Dr. Ortiz, about this problem he simply stated, take Imodium an over the counter anti-diarrheal. I'm really surprised that it's not many more deaths than this! If thats a scale, safety versus cost savings, these people have their thumb on the scale, said Blackburn. Surgery day is on "mexican time" and there was an issue with the OR the day of my surgery, which pushed us all back several hours. Those people, whose obesity can cause serious health-related problems, can seek another method of providing an answer to obesity Bariatric or Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico. var mappingH1; But I dont think any bariatric surgeon "guarentees" weight loss. Dr. Elias Ortiz, Chief Surgeon of . Surgery went smoothly, and I was visited afterwards by both doctors again to let me know my organs were all healthy and there had been no concerns. Read the contract carefully. // BEGIN Widgets configuration googletag.pubads().collapseEmptyDivs(); { "mainEntityOfPage": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/" I was lucky enough to work at home after the surgery, but unfortunately, I was laid-off. "text": "BAM. drops the mic and walks away.. good job Alex.\n\n\n\n\tand so now we wait for Sandy to skirt over that\n\n", "dateCreated": "2017-04-21T18:01:17+0000", "name": "Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery" Elias Ortiz & Company is a scheduling facilitator. The bottom line is we are unhealthy and unhealthy people most likely to experience complications in any surgery. }, The majority of the most stretchable portion of the stomach is permanently removed (as in a standard . "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/profile/photo-thumb-252836.jpg", They are a US-based company with zero consumer rights, which will require a lawyer to get your money back if anything happens out of your control. --> .visely-recommendation-item { background-color: #ffffff; margin: 7px; position: relative; display: inline-block; border-radius: 5px; box-shadow: 0 2px 2px rgba(11, 25, 28, 0.1); } 536 following. .visely-recommendations-container .product__image img { height: 100%; width:100%; object-fit: contain; display:none; } in Food and Nutrition, By Bariatric Surgeons: Want to research a weight loss surgery surgeon? "addressRegion": null, Other defendants listed in the claim include the Show Low Unified School District; the estate of the late Kevin Brackney, former superintendent of SLUSD; Michael Seaman, former business manager for SLUSD; businesses owned by Stratton; Summit Regional Medical Center; and Lexington Life Academy, where Brimhall is currently employed. I was very at peace the day of surgery(09/16/14). notification_imgURL: "", SACRAMENTO, CA, June 30, 2020 /24-7PressRelease/-- Dr. Miguel Montalvo, former bariatric and metabolic surgeon of A Lighter Me, is chosen by top-ranked Medical Tourism Corporation, Mexico Bariatric Center. links_external: true, In document Revista de la Asociacin Argentina de Ortopedia y Traumatologa (Page 117-131) With all these findings, a persistent median artery thrombosis with bifid median nerve is diagnosed. "pageStart": 1, Elias Ortiz & Co. .visely-recommendations-container .product__prices div.price-container span:nth-child(2):not(:only-child) { color: #e36fab;font-weight: 600;font-size: 13px;margin-left: 5px;line-height: 13px; text-decoration: line-through !important; } Copyright 2022 Company Name. "dateCreated": "2017-04-20T20:52:49+0000", "userInteractionCount": 586177 The main motivator is cost savings. "text": "Ill preempt this by stating I have no interest in ever having surgery in Mexico.\n\n\n\n\tBut I dont think any bariatric surgeon \"guarentees\" weight loss. "postalCode": null, The team knows how difficult, confusing, and time-consuming it can be to research your options, find all the facts, and choose the best surgeon. The odor of the stools is unbearable. Pricing. The room was owned by Dr. Ortiz, and when you are left solo with 800 emails of inquiry saying the same thing 4 different platforms- you would as well. I put lemon in it and that now makes me nauseous. 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()); "@type": "InteractionCounter", }, "addressCountry": null { EOC. "@type": "Comment", if(typeof(refresh_slots) == "undefined") { A Texas physician was suspended and arrested after officials say he tampered with IV bags, causing serious cardiac complications and one death. shouldn't you have checked their back grounds BEFORE hiring them? Elias Ortiz & Company also employs Cindy Rios, RN / BSN / CBN, who previously worked with A Lighter Me. I have no idea what type of embarrassment I will face. You haven\u0027t answered that question yet, unless I missed it.\n\n", "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/338732-a-patient-died-after-surgery-with-dr-elias-ortiz-at-a-lighter-me/?do=findComment\u0026comment=4444918", 0:57. $(".closeMessage").on('click', function(){ The odds are still great so switching docs won't guaranteed your survival rate you may switch doctors and be the first death for that doctor. .visely-recommendations-container .product__prices { padding-bottom: 10px; } (833) 781-7444. At Mexico Bariatric Center, we hold strict requirements . As of today(13 months out) I'm down 190lbs and feeling fabulous! As long as we use our new tool properly- we lose weight. She told scheduled patients that the clinic Almanza had assisted at was calling to harass them, and that patients should ignore them when they were calling to say this guy doesnt know what hes doing, said Blackburn. I would definitely recommend a lighter me to friends and family., Fred Hamlin Patient at A Lighter Me in Mexico, Location:Tijuana, Mexico Phone: 877-765-8446 Industry: Weight Loss Surgery in Mexico. They took all of my money and blocked me from communication, I did not get the surgery and they refused a refund. .visely-recommendation-item a, .visely-recommendation-item a:hover { text-decoration: none; color: inherit; opacity: 1; } Jonestina "url": "https://www.bariatricpal.com/contact/" "text": "she NEVER answers the question.\n\n", Speak with past, current and future patients of Elias Ortiz & Company by joining our private Facebook support group. googletag.defineSlot('/15547294/BP_Header_900x50_U1_Tracking', [1, 1], 'div-gpt-ad-U1-Tracking').addService(googletag.pubads()); Dr. Omar Lazos is the head plastic surgeon at Elias Ortiz & Company. Intravitreal anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) therapy is effective first-line treatment for vision-threatening complications of diabetes, including center-involved diabetic macular edema (CI-DME) and proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR). For me, the risk was worth it. Once I was out of recovery Dr Ortiz came by to check on me and said that he no complications with my surgery. They provide access to expert bariatric and plastic surgeons who have performed thousands of successful surgeries. I just had VSG with MD Mariano Covarrubias 2 weeks ago (Dec 5th 2011).Everything is going great, in addition to pre-surgery care, to surgery and post-surgery.Very professional, optimistic, and straight + prudent to talk with. 1140 Saint Vincent St. Utica, NY 13501. .visely-recommendation-item .spr-badge-caption {display: none;} If there is not a toilet readily available I risk the chance of incontinence. }, Dr. Elias Ortiz, Executive Director of FAMIS Mexico " Over the course of about one year, I have used about 3,800 Fulbright cartridges, approximately 1,300 bariatric procedures, without any complications. The widespread infection and lack of treatment allegedly led to her death. I have no idea what type of embarrassment I will face. English could use some improving but that was minor. Similar to the standard duodenal switch operation, except that the small intestine is only transected at the duodeum. Dr. Elias Ortiz, Chief Surgeon at A Lighter Me, Cares For & About Patients Undergoing Bariatric Surgery. dr elias ortiz complications 30 dic 2022 . None of the surgeons from the facility where I had my surgery done can work anywhere but at a military treatment facility in the US. // Relocate search bar }, Dr. Elias Ortiz is a bariatric surgeon who is experienced in all bariatric procedures in Tijuana, Mexico. Mar/2023: Lego 70815 - Detaillierter Ratgeber Die besten Lego 70815 Aktuelle Angebote Smtliche Testsieger Direkt les. analyticsProvider: "ga", "image": "https://s.bariatricpal.com/uploads/monthly_2017_12/S_member_326484.png", csrfKey: "314c4799a30ce64e9c6c0f61fa25bcd3", Protein shakes make me nauseous and that's wreaking havoc on my skin, I'm starting to regret surgery a little bit. "author": { They have streamlined weight loss surgery in Mexico through educating and guiding patients through the whole process. "author": { "@type": "Person", // BEGIN Shopify Context In his tenure as a plastic surgeon, he has participated in many workshops and courses, as well as surgical campaigns and research projects in his specialty. I felt completely at ease, and even now can get follow up care/concerns answered by Dr. Ortiz via email or Facebook. https://eliasortiz.co/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/eoc-health-questionnaire-sheila.pdf Don't really have a dog in this fight but since I really hate lack of reading comprehension and juvenile dog-piling, notice the bold and underlined, as well as italicized part of the sentence: "name even 2 surgeons that have performed at least 2000 surgeries and have been performing surgeries for at least 4 years that are free of deaths and complications.". 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