I've read mostly positive posts about Dr. Ortiz and OCC on this and other forums. A few people don't seem to like his "celebrity" status and I did find some older complaints about their bands. Anyone out there with bad experiences or complications with their sleeves from him?

Oh and btw I don't think I've ever cried so much!

I must be drugged. Lol. I was gonna say they diagnosed me with influenza acute tonsilitis and possible strep. Oh and I'm basically quarantined.y friends wanna come see me but it is not encouraged at all.

Mouse I've been thinking of you! Hope you are recovering well with less nausea!

Glad you checked in and are getting some pain relief!!!

Any issues with sleeping post op on a regular bed?

No issues E-girl. Just lots of pillows to lean against are good. Karliy, what a hot mess and a half. I'm so sorry you're having such a rough start!! Quarantined!! I wonder if it's from the intubation? Have you ever had tonsillitis before? I hope you feel better soon

I am considering him too. I filled out the health inventory but I'm waiting for ssdi to be approved. Janese has been wonderful to me so far. 

Mouse and Karlily, how are you doing?

I am also zeroing in on a Mexico surgeon and am most likely going to go with Dr. Ortiz. There is another thread on here that is something like 40-50 pages long with a wealth of information and personal stories of people who were sleeved by him. Look for that post for more info.

Be careful. There are two Dr. Ortiz. Dr. Ariel Ortiz from OOC and Dr.Luis Ortiz. (newbie, so don't quote me)

Hi everyone! Haven't been around for a bit but I'm glad to hear that we have so many people sleeved since I've been gone. My new surgery date is Dec. 30. Starting to seem real now. I really nervous about the pre opt diet. Can I use any low cal protein shake or do I have to order from occ? Ihate to spend money on more when I have 7 bags of shakeology.

Hi everyone! Haven't been around for a bit but I'm glad to hear that we have so many people sleeved since I've been gone. My new surgery date is Dec. 30. Starting to seem real now. I really nervous about the pre opt diet. Can I use any low cal protein shake or do I have to order from occ? Ihate to spend money on more when I have 7 bags of shakeology.

Hi everyone! Haven't been around for a bit but I'm glad to hear that we have so many people sleeved since I've been gone. My new surgery date is Dec. 30. Starting to seem real now. I really nervous about the pre opt diet. Can I use any low cal protein shake or do I have to order from occ? Ihate to spend money on more when I have 7 bags of shakeology.

Thank you everyone for your concern!! It's been busy and hectic, yesterday was awful, started my journey back home at 6am and didn't get home until 1am the following day. Three flights, four airports and touching dirt in three different countries.

It's been overwhelming, emotional and tough in spots, but overall I shouldn't complain... I feel awful for Karlily!

I'm doin better now. Still in Hosp but my IV is a miracle. The antibiotics and pain relievers are so marvelous. I'm hoping to be released Monday. Keeping fingers crossed. Mouse so happy u are feeling good and at home! That was when I got sick was traveling home! Icky

Mouse, glad you made it home and Karlily, so glad you are recovering! My nutritionist here locally told me that if I ever think I need IV fluids, to call her and she'll arrange it for me in a local clinic without having to visit an emergency room. Nice in case I need it!

Greetings OCCers! My surgery is scheduled for Friday, dec 20 and would be flying home Monday, dec 23. However, with the flight schedule available, I would be leaving San Diego at 3:20, have a 1 hr 45 min layover in Salt Lake City and get to my final destination about 9:15pm. Then I have a 1 1/2 hour drive home. Is this going to be too much to handle 3 days post op? Plan B would be to stay an extra night in TJ and fly home Tuesday morning. I'd love to be home sooner than later, but I don't know if that's too much to expect.

We spent the first night in San Diego and flew the next day. Then flew from San Diego to Detroit, had an hour and a half layover then flew to final destination and drove for an hour home.

It was ok. I had help with me.