Surgical Options for Weight management

Intragastric Balloon

A soft silicone balloon is placed inside the stomach through an endoscopic procedure to reduce stomach capacity and promote earlier satiety.

 

Expected Total Weight Loss

10-15%

Hospital Stay

Usually 8-12 hours after the procedure

Procedure duration

30 minutes

Recovery time

Most patients return to normal daily activities within 24-48 hours

The procedure

  • A soft balloon is placed inside the stomach through an endoscopic procedure
  • The balloon helps reduce stomach capacity and supports portion control
  • Many patients feel satisfied with smaller amounts of food
  • The balloon typically remains in the stomach for approximately 6-12 months
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Services may include:

  • Preoperative evaluation
  • Hospital care and postoperative monitoring
  • Follow up appointments during the immediate recovery period
  • Nutritional guidance and postoperative instructions
  • Coordination with the patient’s local healthcare providers when appropriate

Postop follow up

  • Follow up appointments online or onsite with Dr. Chisholm at:
  • 2 weeks.
  • 1 month.
  • 3 months.
  • and 6 months after the Surgery.
  • Online consultation with Nutritionists and Psychologists.

Optional

We work with a travel agency that can help you book your flights and accommodations.

Tours around Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta and Tijuana.

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Calculate your body mass index.

Your BMI is

Normal weight: 20-24.9.

Overweight: 25-29.9.

Mild Obesity: 30-34.9.

Moderate Obesity: 35-39.9.

Severe Obesity: 40-49.9.

Super Obesity: >50.

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