12-Month Gastric Balloon Program
12-month gastric balloon + 18 months of health coaching
The 12-Month Balloon sits in your stomach, naturally reducing hunger and promoting mindful eating, helping you achieve and sustain over 20% weight loss with NV Health’s support.
3.1x more effective than exercise and diet alone[1]
Build life-long healthy habits with 1-on-1 coaching
Starting from only $63/wkṮ
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Significant Fat Loss
More than 20% body weight lost. Lose 3.1x more weight than with just diet and exercise alone.[1]
Healthier Eating Habits
Foster lasting healthy eating with personalised diet, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching.
Non-surgical & Safe
20-min insertion. No incisions, stitches, or scars. Safely used for over 20 years and TGA-approved.
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Twice as Strong Together.
Two powerhouses delivering unrivalled results: NV Health’s coaching pushes the performance of the 12-Month Balloon for unmatched, lasting weight loss success.
Full Stomach
Fuller Life
An All-inclusive Program
Starting from
$63/wk
Reach a healthier, happier you with the 12-month Orbera Balloon, all-inclusive package, 18 months of health coaching, personalised diet and lifestyle support, unlimited nurse access, and optional psychologist support.
Want to know your costs and payment options? Book a free 15-min consult.
Payment Options
Private Health Insurance
Self-funding
Payment Plans
Early Superannuation Access
FAQs
No, the Orbera365 Balloon itself is not covered by Medicare or Private Health Insurance, but part of the hospital and anaesthetist fee for insertion and removal may be depending on your cover.
There are health conditions that may disqualify someone from having an Orbera Balloon. These may include, but are not limited to:
- Hiatus hernia
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Bleeding disorders
- Pregnacy
- Breast feeding
- Previous gastrointestinal surgeries Eg Fundoplication, LSG or Gastric bypass
- Allergies to Silicone
- BMI over 35 with co morbidities
- Severe reflux or heartburn
- Certain medical conditions that may complicate the use of Orbera Balloon.
Book a free consultation with the NV Health team to see if the Orbera Balloon is suitable for you.
At NV Health, the Orbera gastric balloon is placed during a day surgery by a Gastroenterologist. The procedure is performed endoscopically under mild sedation. The balloon, initially deflated, is positioned in the stomach using a gastroscope. Once correctly placed, it's inflated with saline solution mixed with blue dye, which helps identify any leaks. The process takes about 15 minutes. The inflated balloon, occupying the stomach's middle third, creates fullness and reduces hunger. The balloon remains inflated for up to 12 months.
The removal of the Orbera Balloon is performed by a Gastroenterologist using an endoscope. The process involves puncturing and deflating the balloon to drain the saline solution, then extracting the deflated balloon through the patient's mouth. This procedure is done under mildsedation.
With NV Health's Orbera BalloonProgram, individuals can typically expect to lose between 20-30% of their body weight within the first year. Our multidisciplinary team provides a tailored 18-month support package, including a diet and lifestyle modification program, to help achieve your weight loss goals and sustain them long into the future.
Yes, you can exercise with the Orbera balloon. Establishing a regular, low-impact exercise routine like walking, swimming, or cycling is beneficial for enhancing weight loss and overall health. Our team at NV Health suggests a 10-minute walk after meals to aid digestion and manage blood sugar levels. However, activities like skydiving, SCUBA diving, and bungee jumping are not recommended while the Orbera Balloon is in place.
It is possible to drink alcohol, but it is recommended to avoid it, along with caffeine. Alcohol and caffeine can stimulate acid secretion, which may increase the risk of heartburn. From a weight-loss perspective, it’s important to be mindful of the calories in alcohol. To stay on track with your health and weight loss goals, it may be helpful to establish clear limits when it comes to alcohol consumption.
Like any medical weight loss intervention, there is a risk profile of the tool.
The Orbera Balloon involves certain risks, including:
- Esophageal or Gastric Ulcers
- Gastric Outlet Obstruction
- Perforation
- Balloon Leak: Notify NV Health immediately if you pass blue or green urine, indicating a leak that requires urgent balloon removal.
- Intolerance: In 2-3% of cases, severe nausea and vomiting may occur, necessitating early removal via gastroscopy (cost covered in the program).
- Dehydration: This may require IV hydration from our NV Health nurse or a hospital visit.
Common side effects include:
- Tummy Discomfort and Abdominal Cramping
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Reflux
- Diarrhoea or Constipation
Our nurses and diet team provide guidance before and after the treatment to help minimise these side effects.
Are you ready for
>20% weight loss?
Experience clinically significant weight loss with NV Health's Orbera Balloon Program. Kickstart your weight loss and maintain it by living your healthy lifestyle.
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Ṯ on eligible 3-year term low-interest payment plans with eligible private health insurance.