AODr. Ariel Ortiz®

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Medical Review Policy

How clinical content is reviewed, by whom, and on what schedule.

  1. 01

    Who reviews clinical content

    Clinical content is authored or co-authored by Dr. Ariel Ortiz® Lagardere, MD, FACS, FASMBS, and reviewed by the OCC editorial team — composed of clinical staff at the Obesity Control Center® under Dr. Ortiz's direction.

  2. 02

    Initial review

    Every clinical page is reviewed prior to publication for factual accuracy, alignment with current society guidelines (ASMBS, IFSO), and consistency with Dr. Ortiz's clinical practice.

  3. 03

    Periodic re-review

    Clinical pages are re-reviewed at least every 24 months, and sooner when guidelines, evidence, or practice patterns change materially. The last-updated date in the page footer reflects the most recent review.

  4. 04

    What is not medically reviewed

    Personal essays, opinion pieces, and historical/biographical content are authored by Dr. Ortiz but are not subject to the same clinical-review process and are not intended as clinical guidance.

  5. 05

    Disclaimers

    Content on this site is educational. It does not substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified clinician. Patient inquiries are routed to ObesityControlCenter.com.

Last updated: June 2026.