Dr. Alejandro Lopez-Ortega Bariatric Surgeon MD

I was sleeved on 2/16/2015, Dr. Alejandro Lopez and his team was nothing less than perfect. Every person on the team was proficient in the field of Bariatrics surgery. I felt safe, cared for and very well attended to. I couldn't have dreamed up a better Doctor to performs my VSG.

I had VSG with Dr. Lopez at Vida Hospital in Tijuana, and it was hands down the best medical experience I've ever had. The process is streamlined and efficient, I had excellent care and service, and felt safe at all times. Dr. Lopez answered all my questions before and after surgery, and I am very happy I chose him to be my surgeon. Two weeks out, I'm feeling great and losing weight. Recommended!!

I am a spoiled Canadian who doesn't generally worry about medical care or quality but I have been schooled !!! Dr. Lopez and his team were superb!!! Dr. Leo picked us up at the airport and he was there for me the entire time. Dr. Lopez met with me before surgery with his entire team and I felt at ease, the nurses didn't speak much english but we managed just fine and they took great care of me. Post-Op Dr. Leo was just a call away when I had questions and when I had pain and discomfort he went to the pharmacy, got me different meds and brought them to the hotel rather late at night! when I was still having discomfort he picked me up and I was back at the hospital & on i.v within 20 minutes not extra charge, no waiting, no problems. The hernia surgery that I needed seemed to cause the extra pain but 2 days later & I was fine (before I went home, I was without pain) Dr. Lopez and his team visited me at the hotel & the emergency room to ensure all was well.
I couldn't be happier with my experience from booking to going home and in speaking with the other clients at the hospital & hotel (awesome hotel too!) they too had fabulous experiences!

I'm havering surgery with dr Lopez on 7/9/14 feeling so nerves!!! Any advice??

Dr. Lopez was great as far as his bedside manner. He was also an excellent surgeon, as well as his team. They were all very light hearted and funny and reassuring. He made sure he answered my questions and felt comfortable with the procedure. Afterwards, he made sure I was doing good and of course walking. He answered my call promptly when I was discharged and had an issue at the hotel. I would definitely refer him to anyone having surgery in Mexico. The attending physician at the San Javier Hospital Peurto Vallarta, Dr. Leo rocks!!!! He was a lifesaver for me through out my trip.

LOVE this surgeon and my experience in Mexico. It was better than anything i have ever gone through in the states? Go figure :-)

I found Dr. Ortiz through A Lighter Me. I researched WLS and decided on the Vertical Sleeve. Then I researched Dr. Ortiz. After all my research, I was confident that he was the doctor for me. My surgery was September 21, 2012 in Puerto Vallarta. When I met Dr. Ortiz, it was the morning of my surgery. He was kind and compassionate. After my surgery, the hospital staff was beyond anything I've ever experienced. The doctor checked on me 3 times a day. The nurses took amazing care of me. You pushed the button and they were there, no having to wait 15 minutes for a nurse. Housekeeping cleaned your room three times a day. I've stayed in hospitals in the states and have NEVER seen someone from housekeeping!!

I haven't had any problems from my surgery, so aftercare hasn't been a concern to me. I've been to my PCP once twice for a follow-up and all my labs came back perfect.

Before my surgery, my health problems were that I was FAT. I didn't have high cholesterol, high blood pressure or diabetes. I had GERD, but I also had a hiatal hernia, which was repaired by Dr. Ortiz, I've taken acid reflux meds for years. Now I take reflux meds, maybe, 3 times a month.

People thought I was insane for going to Mexico for my WLS, but it was the best experience I've ever had and I'm planning on going back to Mexico for my plastic surgery, when the time comes.

If you want to see that I'm a "real" person, follow my journey on Youtube, I'm VSGJean.

I'm 5'8 and my surgery was 244 and I wore size 20/XXL. I'm now over 2 years out and I'm 148 and wearing a size 6/M.

Drs. Alejandro Lopez & Jaquelina Osuna did my sleeve. They were both very personalble, warm and willing to answer any questions, came across as very intelligent and professional. I'm very happy with the whole experience. The only negative is that the surgical center seemed to be very busy moving patients in and out while trying to maintain a high level of individual attention I still got that "assembly line" feeling. At times the nursing staff seemed to be spread thinly but I did always get what I needed.

Dr. Lopez performed my RNY surgery on November 15, 2012 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. I have nothing but good things to say about him. I felt like I was in good hands with him and his team while in the hospital. The surgery went well, without complications and he came and checked on my mother and I daily to make sure everything was going well. I am so glad I decided to go this route!

Excellent surgeon, very thorough in explaining things both pre and post op. available 24/7 for questions. Very kind man who works with his wife Dr Osuna who is also a bariatric surgeon. I would definitely recommend others go to him for surgery.