Bariatric Surgery · Medellín
Intragastric Balloon in Medellín
Dr. Mónica Restrepo places the intragastric balloon as a non-surgical alternative for patients who need to lose weight before major surgery or who prefer to avoid the operating room.
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Do any of these symptoms apply to you?
If any of these situations feel familiar, a consultation could be the right first step.
- Moderate overweight: "My BMI is between 27 and 40 and I want an effective solution without major surgery".
- Bridge to surgery: "I need to lose weight before bariatric surgery or any other intervention".
- First bariatric option: "It's my first approach to treatment and I want something temporary and reversible".
- Motivation to change habits: "I want support to start my lifestyle change with quickly visible results".
- High surgical risk: "My health conditions don't yet allow major surgery but I need to lose weight".
Treatment goals
What we aim to achieve
Results vary by patient. Dra. Mónica Restrepo Moreno will assess you during the consultation.
Weight loss without surgery: Most patients lose between 10 and 15% of their body weight during the 6 months of the balloon.
Platform for change: The balloon facilitates changes in eating habits and the start of physical activity with the team's support.
Reversible and temporary: It is removed after 6 months without permanent alterations to the digestive system.
Multidisciplinary support: Includes follow-up with nutrition, psychology, and bariatric medicine for sustained results.
How it works
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Personalized Evaluation
We start with a detailed consultation to learn about your medical history, assess your general health, and determine if the intragastric balloon is the most suitable option for your weight loss goals.
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Simple and Quick Procedure
The balloon is introduced into your stomach via endoscopy, an outpatient procedure that does not require surgery. Once in place, it is inflated with a sterile solution, and you can return home the same day.
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Multidisciplinary Support
During the 6 months the balloon remains in your stomach, our team of nutritionists, psychologists, and internal medicine doctors will support you in implementing changes in your eating and lifestyle habits, maximizing your results.
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Treatment Completion
After 6 months, the balloon is removed in the same way it was placed, through an endoscopic procedure. At this point, we will provide you with the tools to maintain your new habits and the weight achieved.
The choice
Why choose Dra. Mónica Restrepo Moreno?
- I have 18 years of experience in the comprehensive treatment of obesity, focused on compassionate and scientific solutions.
- I am an Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon at the prestigious Clínica CES in Medellín.
- I work with a complete multidisciplinary team: psychology, psychiatry, nutrition, and internal medicine, for comprehensive support.
- My approach is to accompany you without judgment, understanding obesity as a chronic disease that deserves specialized attention.
- As a university professor, I stay updated with the latest research and techniques in bariatric surgery.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the intragastric balloon remain in my stomach?
What is the approximate cost of the intragastric balloon procedure in Medellín?
What side effects can I expect after the balloon placement?
What weight loss results can I expect with the intragastric balloon?
Who are not candidates for the intragastric balloon?
What other options are available if the intragastric balloon is not for me?
Where to visit
Torre Médica COMEDAL - Ciudad del Río
Cll 20 # 43F-113, Consultorio 1017, Ciudad del Río
Medellín
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If you are looking for a non-surgical weight loss option, let's talk. I am here to accompany you in this process.
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The information on this page is for guidance only and does not replace a medical consultation. Results vary by patient. Any therapeutic decision must be agreed directly with Mónica Restrepo Moreno after an individual evaluation.