Orbera Gastric Balloon System for weight loss
The breakthrough non-surgical weight loss balloon gives you the extra help for a healthier lifestyle. Now available at the New Hope Surgical Center of Chicago.
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What is Orbera and how does it work?
The Orbera is an inflatable silicone balloon filled with sterile saline solution and placed endoscopically into the stomach. It is also known as an intragastric balloon or simply gastric balloon since the silicone-filled balloon is situated inside the stomach. Being a purely endoscopic procedure, this means that no incisions on your belly are necessary as it is placed through your mouth and esophagus. The procedure typically takes 20-30 minutes to perform and is done under mild sedation. It is designed to occupy space in your stomach to make you feel full faster with less food. After 6 months, the balloon is deflated and removed. During this time frame and beyond, you will work together with the New Hope’s local Chicago bariatric support team and bariatric surgeon to help you lose the weight and keep it off.
Quick Facts
About Orbera
Quick Facts About Orbera
- No surgery
- No scars (endoscopic)
- 20-30 minute procedure
- FDA approved for weight loss
- 20-year clinical history
- Most patients can go home the same day after procedure
- More than 220,000 devices implemented worldwide
Who is the Orbera for?
Benefits of the Orbera System
The Orbera has been clinically shown to help you lose as much as 3.1x times more weight than dieting and exercise alone. In a clinical study done in the United States, patients lost an average of 21.8 lbs*. Individuals with obesity has been shown to be at greater risk for the following:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Stroke
- Heart Disease
- Sleep Apnea
*Please visit Orbera.com for full details and the clinical study and safety information.
Orbera Success Tip:
A monthly follow-up is an essential part of your successful long-term weight loss. Schedule a follow-up consultation at our Chicagoland Orbera location.
Frequently Asked Questions about Orbera (FAQs)
The balloon is temporary placed for up to 6 months and is removed after that period.
Typically, the procedure takes around 20-30 minutes.
During the procedure, you will be lightly sedated.
Typically, you should plan for inactivity for at least 3 days depending on how quickly your body adjusts.
The first 3-5 days may be difficult with symptoms of nausea, cramping and vomiting however side effects will vary from person to person. It is important to follow with your doctor’s instructions and drink plenty of fluids. Your doctor may prescribe additional medication to help you with the discomfort.
At this time, this procedure is not covered by insurance.
The Orbera system costs $8,500 total (cash price) at our Chicago location. Note that this is our total out the door price which includes placement and removal. Beware of other weight loss surgery centers charging a lower rate where they split the payment for placement and removal separately. We have partnered with third party vendors to offer flexible payment plans. Contact us for more information on current payment plans that we have available.
