Who has been banded by Dr. Martinez?

[C1BandedBabe]

I am new to this message board. This is my first time posting but I have been lurking for a looooooooooooong time

I am doing my research and getting ready to schedule my appointment in June. I have been talking to Carolyn about the dates and things and she said she had an opening with Dr. Martinez and I wanted to know who all has had surgery with him and how was your experience?

Your help is GREATLY appreciated!

Also posted on another board as well.

[Willi333]

:lb5:

Dr. Martinez is great !!! when I scheduled my surgery, Carolyn told me also that Dr. Ortiz would not be on duty, but after reading on here from people who got banded by him and hearing all the great experiences with OCC I felt comfortable.

I would absolutely trust him as much as I trust Dr. Oritz.

Have to say, that Dr. O surprised all of us by being in the office at the date of our surgery ... but for me it did not make a difference.

Either way you are in great hands !!!!

:lb11:

[BrooklynIrish59]

My friend and I were both banded by Dr. Martinez on 4/21. We went to OCC based on recommendations of another friend banded 18 months ago with Dr. Ortiz. We were both bummed because the scheduling didn't work out for us to have Dr. Ortiz. But we have no regrets. Dr. Martinez was just as wonderful as I hear Dr. Ortiz is. He was compassionate and patient when explaining things to us. He was thorough. He took the time to come and sit with us after the surgeries were all done to check on us and make sure we were doing well and did we have any questions.

If you end up with Dr. Martinez, don't worry. He's not a second choice by any means. I have absolutely no regrets with Dr. Martinez. Good luck!

Barb

[Kim2BSlim]

Dr. Martinez is wonderful! You will be absolutely fine with him. >