FAQs - Batash Weight Loss

How Is The Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Carried Out?

The ESG is carried out via endoscopy, which means that it’s done through your mouth and down your throat. Everything is done from the inside of your stomach, rather than the outside of it.

Does This Mean That It’s Not An Actual Surgery?

Technically, yes! An endoscopy is non-surgical. No incisions are made whatsoever.

Will I Be In Pain After The Procedure?

Yes, you are likely to have some discomfort for a couple of days. However, in comparison to other weight loss surgeries, the level of discomfort is far lower. We will provide you with safe pain-relief measures if needed.

How Soon Can I Be Back To Work?

The recovery from an ESG procedure is extremely fast, compared to other weight loss procedures. You should be capable of returning to work within only a couple of days.

What About Scarring, Following The Surgery?

As the ESG is carried out via endoscopy, there is no scarring! No incisions or wounds are made through this procedure.

How Soon Can I Drive, Following My Procedure?

The procedure is carried out under general anesthetic, so we would advise no driving for 24 hours afterwards. Have someone ready to provide you with a ride immediately following the procedure.

Will I Need To Take Vitamin Supplements?

The ESG doesn’t change the absorption of nutrients from food, as your intestines remain unchanged. However, you will be eating a lot less food. Therefore, we advise patients to take a daily multivitamin.

What About Physical Activity Following My Procedure?

Exercise and physical activity are very much encouraged following your procedure. The ESG limits you in no way with this, whether you decide to walk for 5 minutes or run a marathon!

What Results Can I Expect?

In general we’ve tracked 15% of total body weight loss in the first six months; 18% total body weight loss in the first 12 months; and 24% total body weight loss in the first 24 months. This type of sustained weight loss is better than overly rapid weight loss because it allows the body and skin to adjust better to the change. Many people lose much more than the initial 18%. The level of success is highly dependent of the level of commitment to a healthy lifestyle and portion control.

Is There A Recovery Period?

Once you undergo this treatment, you will be discharged within a few hours. You can expect to resume your normal daily activities within a few days of your appointment. While recovery results vary, some patients can return to work within one to two days of the procedure. You will not have to follow any physical activity restrictions, and you won’t have to deal with pain after the procedure is over.

What Kind Of Results Can I Expect?

Once this treatment is complete, you can expect to experience an average weight loss equaling 20% of your total body weight within one year post-procedure. Results do vary among patients based on their initial weight and weight loss goals, but most patients continue to steadily lose weight during the year following their treatment.

How Can I Maintain Results?

You must walk into this treatment with realistic expectations. Resculpt is a successful procedure that will deliver results, but you are responsible for maintaining your weight loss results post-procedure. A healthy diet and a consistent exercise routine is the best way to ensure long-standing success.

Considering Calories

The saying, “Calories in, calories out,” is popular, but there is such a thing as a nutrient-dense calorie and an empty calorie. Even though this treatment will force you to eat less food by default, which will result in significant weight loss, it is important that you consider what kind of foods you are eating.

Monitoring Your Progress

Once we perform this treatment to help you achieve your body goals, we will monitor your progress for the following year. You will also receive one year of nutritional counseling to ensure that you stay on the right track. This accountability can help make all the difference in the world in helping you not only reach your weight loss goals but maintain them over time.

Who Is It Right For?

Resculpt is a revision treatment. It is designed to help those who have undergone gastric bypass or endoscopic sleeve procedures and have sabotaged their results through additional weight gain.

The benefit of Resculpt is that not only can we fix the damage that’s been done so that you can lose weight quickly and effectively, but we will support you with the accountability that you need to maintain your results long-term. Those who need to lose weight and do not want to undergo another surgical treatment make excellent candidates for this procedure.

How Is Orbera Different From Other Gastric Balloons?

Over the past 20 years, ORBERA has become the #1 weight loss balloon in NYC and worldwide. ORBERA is the only gastric weight-loss recognized by the ASGE for its safety and effectiveness. No other FDA-approved, non-surgical gastric balloon showed higher weight-loss results during reported US clinical studies.

How Much Weight Can I Lose With The Orbera Balloon?

The ORBERA balloon helps to effectively aid in weight loss and must be used in conjunction with diet, exercise, and a behavior modification program for the best results. The amount of weight lost and maintained depends on how closely each patient follows their diet, and adopts long-term lifestyle changes. While ORBERA clinical studies show that weight loss varies from person to person, patients can lose up to 70 lbs with ORBERA. On average patients lost 3.1 times the weight of those on a diet and exercise programs alone.

How Do I Know If I Am A Candidate For Orbera?

ORBERA is for adults 18 and older with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 to 40. Individuals should be willing to take part in a medically supervised program. ORBERA is a proven and successful way to lose weight. Make your appointment today to learn if you qualify for ORBERA.

What Does The Orbera Procedure Involve?

Doctors perform the simple procedure in 20-30 minutes. The ORBERA non-surgical procedure is performed under light sedation. Dr. Steven Batash places an expandable, soft silicone balloon intragastrically. Next, the balloon is inflated using sterile saline water. Most patients return home a few hours after the procedure. Our office will follow up during the next few days to ensure patients are comfortable.

What Side Effects Can Occur From Orbera?

In the first few days after placement, patients may experience nausea or vomiting. In some patients side effects may last up to one to two weeks. Batash Medical will work with you to prescribe medication that will proactively manage these symptoms and help you adjust to the balloon.

How Often Will I See A Nutritional Coach?

The Batash Medical staff including Dr. Steven Batash, a OnTrack coach and exercise coach, work to guide patients through the process of developing a customized diet and exercise program that facilitates healthy lifestyle choices. Our OnTrack Coaching approach is based on the psychology of eating and an exploration of your relationship with food. Patients are expected to see our OnTrack coach every 4-6 weeks to assess your weight loss progress and help you learn new eating habits. In addition to helping you navigate your diet and adjust to your new lifestyle, we will assess your basal metabolic rate and nutritional needs before running an in-depth body composition analysis. If needed, Batash medical will recommend nutritional supplements and protein shakes. Patients can opt to buy these supplements in our office or order them online.

Can The Orbera Balloon Leak Or Deflate?

An ORBERA balloon deflation or leak is a very rare, but not impossible. Should the balloon spontaneously deflate, you may no longer feel full after meals. If a patient suspects this may be the case, notify us immediately. A simple abdominal X-ray will determine whether either has occurred. In the event that of damage, our office will arrange to remove deflated balloon.

Will I Gain Weight Back After The Balloon Is Removed?

Patients who adopt this new healthy lifestyle will succeed at maintaining weight-loss. Published clinical studies of ORBERA show that patients who adhere to the prescribed diet and exercise program can maintain weight loss through dieting post gastric balloon removal.

Will I Feel The Gastric Balloon?

No. You should not feel the ORBERA gastric balloon.

Is Orbera Covered By Insurance Or Can I Finance The Weight-loss Procedure?

The ORBERA managed weight-loss system is not covered by health insurance; however, we offer financing options through Care Credit or Prosper Financing. Our office staff will assist you with obtaining financing, provide complete instructions for the procedure, and help patients with the medications they may need before and after the procedure.

How Much Does The Orbera® Balloon Cost?

The cost of the Orbera gastric balloon can vary by weight loss practice, geographical location, and patient specifics. According to The Bariatric Surgery Source Website, the average cost of a gastric balloon in the United States is $8,248. To find out the cost of the Orbera balloon 12-month program at Batash Endoscopic Weight Loss Center contact us today or make an appointment online. We offer patient financing plans that can help by offering low monthly payments making the procedure affordable and attainable.

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