Orbera® Gastric Balloon

IBI Clinic offers a variety of advanced bariatric weight loss programs and procedures designed to support patients throughout their weight loss journey.

One of the non-surgical options we offer is the ORBERA® Gastric Balloon, a procedure designed to help patients lose weight without surgery. The gastric balloon works as a tool to support portion control, healthier eating habits, and long-term lifestyle changes.

What is the Orbera® Gastric Balloon?

The ORBERA® Intragastric Balloon is a non-surgical weight loss option that uses a soft silicone balloon placed in the stomach to help patients feel full sooner and adjust to smaller portion sizes.

By supporting portion control and healthier eating habits, the program can help promote meaningful weight loss. Studies have shown that ORBERA® may help patients achieve up to three times more weight loss than diet and exercise alone.

The ORBERA® program combines the gastric balloon with ongoing lifestyle support to help patients build healthier habits and work toward long-term results.

Surgeons orally insert a soft balloon into the stomach, eliminating the need for surgery or incisions.
The balloon stays in the stomach for six months to reinforce proper portion control.
Taking up space in your stomach, the weight loss balloon helps you eat smaller meals.
Patients receive coaching from a team of experts for six months after the balloon placement.

Is the Orbera® Weight Loss Balloon Right for You?

ORBERA® is designed as a 12-month weight loss program that combines the gastric balloon with ongoing support to help patients build healthier habits and achieve lasting results.

Our team helps determine whether the balloon is the right option for you, guides you throughout the program, and supports you in developing healthier eating behaviors. After the balloon is removed, the focus shifts to maintaining your progress and continuing those lifestyle changes.

While ORBERA® may help patients achieve significantly greater weight loss than diet and exercise alone, it is not a shortcut. It is a tool designed to help you take greater control of your eating habits and support long-term weight management.

Who is a Candidate for the Orbera® Procedure?

Only a qualified healthcare provider can determine whether ORBERA® is the right option for you, which is why a consultation is an important first step.

ORBERA® may be an option for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher who are looking for a non-surgical approach to weight loss and have not achieved their desired results through diet and exercise alone.

During your consultation, our team will review your goals, medical history, and overall health to determine whether the gastric balloon may be appropriate for you.

How does the Orbera® Balloon work?

Certainly, medical professionals perform the Orbera gastric balloon procedure under mild sedation. Eventually, they place a deflated ORBERA® balloon into the stomach. Then fill it with saline to the size of a grapefruit. Lastly, the procedure usually takes 20-30 minutes, allowing for same-day discharge. Following the same process as placement. After six months, we deflate and remove the gastric balloon under mild sedation.

Why does the Stomach Balloon work?

Because you learn to listen to your body.
Because it helps you change your habits.
Because 6 months gives you time to re-program.

When Will I See the Results After the Orbera® Procedure?

The weight loss is rapid with the majority of weight loss. Typically occurring in the first three months of treatment. Consequently, on average patients lost 3.1 times the weight loss of diet and exercise alone.

Equally important, are the adjustments to your eating habits. And your continued efforts to stay active will greatly influence your results. With this in mind, these 6 months. When the ORBERA® stays inside, is when patients see the most drastic weight loss results. Below you can browse through Orbera Gastric Balloon Patient’s Before and After Gallery. Also, watch the latest video testimonials and reviews on our YouTube Channel.

Orbera® Balloon Diet Plan

This guide will provide you with instructions on how to eat properly once we insert your Orbera gastric balloon.

Weight Loss Management After Removing the Balloon?

The ORBERA® program is designed to help patients build healthy, sustainable habits that can continue after the balloon is removed.

The gastric balloon remains in place for approximately six months, while patients receive ongoing guidance and support throughout the full 12-month program. After removal, the focus shifts to maintaining progress through healthier eating habits, lifestyle changes, and continued coaching.

The balloon is not a standalone solution, but a tool within ORBERA®’s two-part program to support long-term weight management.

Can I Get A Personalized Diet Plan?

Above all, during the entire 12-month weight loss program. Patients will have regular face-to-face or virtual sessions with their treatment team. Besides that, we will be there for you every step of the way. By the same token, download the updated manufacturer’s dietary guidebooks. It includes ESG, Balloons, GSRe, and TORe procedures: English Version and Spanish Version.

What Risks Does the Orbera® Procedure Associate With?

Side effects that may result from the use of the Orbera® intragastric balloon. It may include risks associated with endoscopic procedures. And the inability to accept a foreign object placed in the stomach. Other possible Orbera^® balloon side effects include:

Acid Reflux.
Stomach Pain.
Balloon Deflation.
Stomach or Esophagus.
Little or No Weight Loss.
Partial or Bowel Blockage.
Influence on Food Digestion.
Continuing Nausea and Vomiting.

Abdominal or Back Pain.
Blockage of Food going to the Stomach.
Injury to the Lining of the Digestive Tract.
Negative Health Consequences resulting from Weight Loss.
Bacterial Growth in the fluid filling the balloon which can lead to infection.

What are the Benefits of Orbera®?

After six months with the Orbera® two-part program. People lost an average of 3.1x the weight patients lost with diet and exercise alone.

How much does Orbera® Procedure Cost?

IBI Clinic offers self-pay all-inclusive transparent pricing for the Orbera balloon procedure. In reality, the Orbera balloon price averages around $8,500 nationwide. But IBI Clinic is currently offering a special rate for a limited time. Take advantage of our special prices.

Does Insurance Cover the Procedure?

Currently, most insurance plans do not cover the ORBERA® Gastric Balloon procedure. However, eligible patients may be able to use funds from an HSA or FSA to help with the cost.

Coverage policies can vary, and intragastric balloon procedures are often considered elective or non-covered weight loss treatments by insurance providers, including many Medicaid plans.

Our team can review available payment options and help you better understand the costs associated with the ORBERA® program.

Are Financing Options Available?

Affordable.
It is painless.
Non-permanent.
There are no incisions.
It is an outpatient procedure.
Proven to keep the weight off even after removing the balloon.
A more than 20-year history of helping thousands of people lose weigh.
More than 220,000 ORBERA® balloons distributed worldwide in over 80 countries.

Orbera® Gastric Balloon Reviews and FAQs

What does it feel like?

How much weight did you lose?

Will I need to take time off?

Check our comprehensive Orbera Gastric Ballon FAQs page to explore more about the procedure.

How to Find an Orbera® Specialist Near You?

There are only a limited number of qualified Orbera specialists in Georgia and Florida. IBI Clinic is proud to offer the Orbera weight loss balloon procedure, providing patients with expert care and personalized support throughout their weight loss journey.

You can also visit the official Orbera website to find specialists in your area. IBI Clinic proudly serves patients across Atlanta, Loganville, Hudson, and Tampa.

To search by location, use the following ZIP codes: 30305, 30052, 30097, 34667, and 33615. Dr. Angelina Postoev and Dr. Ahad Khan are among the providers listed. IBI Clinic serves patients at multiple locations throughout the Southeast, and we continue to expand with additional offices coming soon.

Georgia

371 East Paces Ferry Rd Suite 802 Atlanta, GA 30305, United States.
367 Athens Hwy, Suite 100C Loganville, GA 30052, United States.

Florida

14012 US-19, Hudson, FL 34667, United States.
5931 Webb Rd, Tampa, FL 33615, United States.

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