Dr Balalis went live with Koshie and Natalie from 7NEWS Sunrise to discuss the new Elipse by Allurion weight loss balloon in Australia.

Let me be clear, this is a medical procedure, not a ‘miracle’ treatment, and you can listen to the full interview at Seven news below that reiterates those feelings.

 Dr George Balalis Elipse by Allurion balloon – Sunrise interview

 

The Elipse by Allurion Programme does not replace the requirement for weight loss surgery for patients, as results and eligibility differ.

 

The balloon is a minimally invasive procedure that gives patients a 4-6 month head start on changing their life. It provides the tools to change your lifestyle and habits during that time period.

 

Eligibility for this procedure will depend on a number of factors, some of which include:

 

• A BMI of 27-40
• Age between 18-65 years old
• Any contraindications to the balloon procedure, including:
  • Previous stomach and oesophageal surgeries
  • Swallowing problems
  • Previous open abdominal operations

 

The balloon procedure itself is not covered with private health or Medicare.

 

There is a lot of interest in the Elipse by Allurion weight loss programme – this is because it requires no surgery, anaesthetic or endoscopy and provides average weight loss of 10-15% of total body weight. The Elipse balloon has also demonstrated an excellent safety profile.

 

Dr Balalis performed the first patient placement of the Elipse balloon in Australia on Monday 7^th June. The patient is doing very well, experienced some nausea which resolved after 2 days, and her current weight-loss sits at 6kgs. We will keep you posted on her and other patients of Dr Balalis’s! This procedure has been performed overseas over 47,000 times and provides a safe option for some patients.

 

As with all medical procedures there can be risks and associated complications and a full medical consultation is required to assess suitability for this device.

 

Please contact us if you would like to book in for a consultation