Ariel Ortiz Lagardere, MD FACS Dr. Ortiz has got to have the absolutely best staff in the world. They made me comfortable from beginning to end. I had my surgery done just over a year ago and I am like a lap band evangelist. It was the best decision I ever made and as afraid as I was to have it done out of the country I have never regretted it and would rate Dr. Ortiz higher than any surgeon I have ever had in the states. His bedside manner was wonderful, he put me at ease and his competency as a surgeon is second to none. I would recommend him to anyone considering lap band surgery.
I truly cannot think of anything negative to say about my surgery/mini vacation. I know everyone does not have the same success, but I lost 105 lbs. and hit my goal weight in 9 1/2 months. I use fill centers and the one time I had a problem with an overfill it was a weekend and I couldn't reach anyone from Fill Centers (I now have a number though). I called Mexico on a Sat. Afternoon and received 2 calls back to try to help me.
Member Interests
Grandchildren - she's the reason for my surgery - want to see her grow up
Sports Cars - Love to drag race (got my time down with 100 lbs. less in the car)
Notary Public - Goes hand in hand with mortgage broker