angelarias
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On the phone and email, very knowledgeable. Had many bariatric surgeons as friends worldwide and is highly regarded as an inamed trainer. the staff was nice but it helps to speak some spanish. he was doing 3 surgeries a day--he is doing 8-9 now. not an assembly line process. HE WAS IN SURGERY WITH ME ALONGSIDE MARTINEZ. HAVE TWO EXPERT SURGEONS IF YOU CAN. THAT WAY, IF ONE LEAVES THE PRACTICE, YOU STILL HAVE ANOTHER DOC TO RELY ON.Aftercare is minimal but I knew that--they welcome any doc's patients for aftercare. Cannot beat that. Excellent surgeons (ortiz/Martinez). Request that your surgeon stays in the operating room with you-whoever opens ya up has to close ya back up. your surgery experience is what you make of it. mexican surgeons i recommend with no hesitation are ortiz/martinez... [Click here for more] and kuri of tijuana. az: simpson (lap band). i recommend dr. juarez (rny) at st. luke's in phoenix. i recommend only one u.s. surgeon in the southwest u.s.--dr. terry simpson--excellent and is concerned 4 all patients even if he didn't do your surgery. ask dr. simpson questions at obesitydr@yahoo.com. he carries a blackberry all the time. awesome doc and does the most lap bands in az!!
take a proactive role in your care--even if you have insurance, act as if you are a self pay. see it as an investment. also, be aware, future health insurance premiums might be more expensive if you have complications. update your life insurance if you've lost weight to lower premiums.
Posted on 06/02/2009 |
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fpetty901
Springfield, OR
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I had a very good first impression of Dr. Ortiz. His office staff was very friendly and
helpful. He seems to really love what he does.I would give him a very high rating, I went back to him for my first fill / fluro, I wish I could go back to him for all fills, it was a fun experience. Posted on 04/01/2009 |
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SherryLuka
Lubbock, TX
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What was your first impression of him/her?
CUTE
How did your impression change over time?
HE was STILL CUTE
How would you describe his/her office staff?
KNOWLEDGEABLE and KIND
What did you like least about him/her?
N/A
What should future patients know about him/her?
HE IS VERY BUSY
How much does he/she emphasize aftercare?
SOME
Does he/she have a structured aftercare
FOR THE FIRST 21 DAYS - VERY STRICT
How did he/she address the risks of surgery?
ADDRESSED PRE-OP
How would you rate him/her overall?
A+++
Which is better, surgical competence, bedside manner, or are both great?
SURGICAL COMPETENCE, OF COURSE Posted on 12/12/2008 |
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kgloverii
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My surgery was in October 2007. I have had great success in my weight loss. Dr Ortiz's staff was excellent and extremely professional. The facilities were bar none the best you can find ANYWHERE. I chose Dr. Ortiz because he is an expert consultant with Allergan, and he is one of the most experienced surgeons out there. I suggest you line up aftercare BEFORE you make plans for surgery. His office will help you. Aftercare with Ortiz is non-existent unless you personally followup with them. I knew that going in, and was not disappointed with that. I arranged my aftercare and have been very successful with my weight loss. I highly recommend Ortiz and his facilities. Posted on 11/15/2008 |
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Debbielhayes
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I just had my surgery this week. Dr. Ortiz and the whole staff were absoulty fantastic!! I would recommend anyone to Dr. Ortiz. The room was so relaxing and the hotel was really nice too. It was great because the hotel staff even knows what you can eat and what you can't eat. If I had to do it all over again, I would in a heart beat. Posted on 10/10/2008 |
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tweetyntazp
Mesa, AZ
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Dr. Ortiz is a wonderful man. His entire staff was very caring, and I would definitely recommend the facility to anyone who doesn't have insurance, or isn't overweight enough to qualify for insurance benefits (that was my case). Posted on 08/20/2008 |
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cyndir
Pocatello, ID
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I checked into his credentials and knew several patients of his and others. I chose him because of the best results and recommendations from previous patients.
He treated me well but my personal contact with him was not anything outstanding. The medical staff was excellent. Dr. Romero does most of the after care and Dr. Acosta I can't say enough good about them. They have not done my aftercare because I do fills for FILLCENTERUSA here in Idaho. I have done my own adjustments so stay in the zone at all times. I have contacted OCC for guidance and they are always fabulous to help me. I have been back to Mexico with a patient and had excellent experience with her as well. The staff is professional and know what they are doing. I prefer them over surgeons and hospitals in Idaho for sure! Posted on 08/18/2008 |
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cfuture88
Madison, CT
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Dr. Ariel Ortiz Hadsome, kind. Spoke with me on the phone. When he met me in the hospital, sat and chit-chatted for 20 minutes in between surgeries. The same was true for all of the physicians there. Never in a hurry. No arrogance. Posted on 06/10/2008 |
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wilkin
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Extremely happy with Dr. Ortiz AND the other doctors on his staff - excellent! Posted on 05/31/2008 |
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my_friend_amber
Arkadelphia, AR
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Dr. Ortiz is amazing, as are his staff members and the entire OCC (Obesity Control Center.) I would do my whole surgery over again with him. He is an American Society of Bariatric Surgeons (ASBS) certified and is an MD, FACS. I would recommend him to anyone considering lap banding.
I was also pleased to find that the prices were EXACTLY what I was quoted with no "hidden fees" for pre-op testing, anesthetics, etc. and his bedside manner is absolutely warm, caring, and friendly. Posted on 05/27/2008 |
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