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?

Here was another pic- I really took this pic to show my mom how fast my hair has grown in 9 weeks, probably from all my protein shakes and vitamins and I couldn't believe what a difference 9 weeks made in my face!

I am a nurse also & was very pleased with the hospital & staff. Hospital is very clean & they put TED Hose on, gave me Fragmen & took very good care of me

Hey everyone!!! I'm here in TJ and other than a little hotel confusion, (Marriott was booked, staying at the Lucerna) everything has gone very smooth...hotel is nice and accommodating. I'm scheduled to meet in the lobby tomorrow morning at 6:10! I'm so nervous. I'm just praying to have no complications and a relatively easy recovery!!!

I just left Tijuana yesterday.. Dr. Ortiz and staff were great. I love nurse Claudia she is awesome. It was a lot better then I expected.. we stayed in the Marriot hotel and yes it was packed. The soccer team Chivas were there staying. All in all I am happy with the dr. I picked. I am having a little pain but other then that I am good hope you enjoy your time there I'm sure you will be fine!

Glad you made it safe Ellie! I wonder if they will move you to the Marriott later? How did the preop diet end up going for you?

Want to share an updated pic. My 5 month postop date was March 7th. I took a pic that day

So happy for the progress in this amount of time. The loss is steady. It doesn't feel like it's too much in a short amount of time. It seems to be about 3ish lbs weekly with a random week here or there where I lost 5 or 6 (mainly while I had a cold for a month).

Want to share an updated pic. My 5 month postop date was March 7th. I took a pic that day<br><br><br><br> <br><br><br><br> <br><br><br> So happy for the progress in this amount of time. The loss is steady. It doesn't feel like it's too much in a short amount of time. It seems to be about 3ish lbs weekly with a random week here or there where I lost 5 or 6 (mainly while I had a cold for a month).<br><br>

 

You look amazing back2barb!!!! I hope for the same results preop diet stunk at first but I think I'm used to it now. At least surgery is tomorrow so that gives me something to look forward to! I will keep you guys updated!

Want to share an updated pic. My 5 month postop date was March 7th. I took a pic that day

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So happy for the progress in this amount of time. The loss is steady. It doesn't feel like it's too much in a short amount of time. It seems to be about 3ish lbs weekly with a random week here or there where I lost 5 or 6 (mainly while I had a cold for a month).

Congrats Barb! What an awesome achievement! Your journey is so inspiring.

Want to share an updated pic. My 5 month postop date was March 7th. I took a pic that day So happy for the progress in this amount of time. The loss is steady. It doesn't feel like it's too much in a short amount of time. It seems to be about 3ish lbs weekly with a random week here or there where I lost 5 or 6 (mainly while I had a cold for a month).

Way to go "B2B"! You look fantastic! I am happy and proud of you!

My 4 month post op pic. I love Dr Ortiz and staff!

Everyone looks so great! I just posted my pictures here

http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/300416-first-before-and-after-pictures/

My 4 month post op pic. I love Dr Ortiz and staff!

Way to go! What are your stats (HW, SW, CW, height etc)

Kindle and Briangie, you're looking good girls!!! So happy for everyone

So I'm back at the hotel I am sore on the side where the drain is and already anxious to get it out. I hope in the next couple of days I feel much better. Not really in pain, but pretty sore. I'm soooo looking forward to having the opportunity to compare before an after pics! You guys all look amazing!!!!!

Heading to airport will be landing in San Diego at 7:00 pm tonight. Surgery in morning:) I'm so ready! Any tips??