dianna Posted May 20, 2008 Report Share Posted May 20, 2008 I have to say, WOW! When I posted my "scared" blog I was not expecting the kind of responses I received. Thank you...all of you who replied and gave such wonderful encouragement! I am humbled that so many of you shared your thoughts and fears with me. I have my surgery date scheduled for July 2nd, I fly into SD on July 1st, and plan to return home on July 4th. I also plan to have a "Going away fat party" the end of June sometime. An idea I got from a patient of mine, a young lady who had breast caner and had to have a mastectomy. She had a "going away party" for her boob. So why not? Any ideas on how to celebrate? I plan to document my journey, and who knows maybe I'll post them on youtube for others who, like me, have had doubts and fears about the lap band surgery. I have one girlfriend of mine who, at her highest weight was 410 lbs, had hers in the USA. Her insurance paid for her surgery, lucky! She was banded in September 2007, and as of now she has lost nearly 75 lbs. She feels great. I love listening to her triumphs. It is encouraging. I am currently 240 lbs and 5'1" My goal weight is 140-150 lbs range. I haven't had a chance to speak with Dr. Ortiz yet. I hope to talk with him soon. What do you all think of him? ~dianna~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicolek Posted May 20, 2008 Report Share Posted May 20, 2008 Hi What do I think of Dr Ortiz?? I wish I had been skinny ,younger and single. LOL No seriously He was lovely and very calming before surgery. Nicolek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allcdngirl Posted May 21, 2008 Report Share Posted May 21, 2008 He's got a great sense of humour! You'll love him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycoolbutterfly Posted May 21, 2008 Report Share Posted May 21, 2008 he is nice, approachable, and honest. the entire staff is friendly, caring and just AWESOME Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dontondan Posted May 21, 2008 Report Share Posted May 21, 2008 Dr Ortiz and the OCC are the best! You will be in great hands and will have a great experience. Doesn't hurt that he is eye candy either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Painter Posted May 21, 2008 Report Share Posted May 21, 2008 He's a scream! I was so nervous and he came in and just chatted. So different from my experiences in the past with any sort of surgery. You will love him. The clinic is spotless and eveyone was very kind. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoraLW Posted May 21, 2008 Report Share Posted May 21, 2008 He really is cute!! I liked that he came and sat for a few to explain to me what was gonna happen. He also let my friend watch the procedure and explained everything to her. Good guy. Lora Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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