Gastric Balloon In Miami
A gastric balloon can promote weight loss by helping you eat smaller portions and make you feel full faster and stay satisfied longer.
Dr. Batash is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over 30 years of experience who performs gastric balloon procedures in Miami using safe, non-surgical endoscopy.
What Is A Gastric Balloon?
A gastric balloon is a soft medical device placed in your stomach during a quick, non-surgical endoscopic procedure under mild sedation. It is performed by Dr. Batash, a board-certified gastroenterologist with three decades of experience. The balloon helps you feel full faster, so you eat less while following a doctor-supervised weight loss plan and building healthier habits. It is removed after 6 to 8 months in a similar procedure, and most people recover within a few days.
What it is
A soft silicone medical device temporarily placed in your stomach to help you feel full faster and eat less.
Placement
Non-surgical, endoscopic procedure through the mouth. Takes 20–30 minutes under mild sedation.
Performed by
Dr. Batash, board-certified gastroenterologist with 30 years of experience.
How it works
Takes up space in your stomach, to reduce appetite, and enforce portion control while building healthy habits.
Duration
The temporary balloon is removed after 6–8 months using the same endoscopic method.
Recovery
Most patients return to normal activity within 2–3 days.
Benefits of a Gastric Balloon
Dr. Steven Batash, MD, FACG
Dr. Batash has over 30 years of experience and is an expert in obesity medicine and bariatric endoscopic procedures, including gastric balloons. He is known for his skilled technique, often mentors gastroenterology fellows, and allows other doctors to observe his procedures. He has been recognized as a leader in non-surgical weight loss by NBC News, ABC News, and USA Today.
He is a member of:
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- American College of Physicians

How The Gastric Balloon Procedure Works

Gastric balloon placement usually takes under 30 minutes and is done while you are under sedation during a short outpatient procedure using non-surgical endoscopy. The common steps include:
- Sedation and insertion of the deflated balloon using an endoscope.
- The balloon is filled with sterile saline to take up space.
- The endoscope is removed.
- After a few hours of observation you are discharged to go home.
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How Much Does A Gastric Balloon Cost In Miami?
The cost of a gastric balloon in Miami can vary depending on your specific treatment plan. During your consultation, we can provide you with the cost of your personalized plan. We offer financing options to qualifying patients to help make a gastric balloon procedure more affordable and accessible.
Why Choose Batash Endoscopic Weight Loss Center in Miami
FAQs
Good candidates for a gastric balloon include:
- Individuals who have a body mass index (BMI) of between 28 and 40.
- Those who are willing to implement and follow healthy lifestyle choices permanently.
- People who will actively participate in the procedure’s twelve-month doctor-supervised program.
- Individuals who do not have any medical issues that would make the balloon procedure unsafe.
No, gastric balloons are not normally covered under medical insurance policies. You may be able to take advantage of financing options offered by Batash Medical that can help divide the cost of your procedure into more affordable monthly payments. Programs like a flexible spending account may be able to offset some of the cost as well.
No. Most patients do not even remember the procedure when it is complete. You will be under sedation and should be relaxed and comfortable.
Recovery is normally fairly fast after a balloon procedure, and most patients can return to their normal schedule within a few days. Many people experience nausea or mild discomfort when the balloon is first placed, but this normally only lasts a day or two while the stomach adjusts. You will follow a special diet to gradually reintroduce solid foods.
Most people start seeing weight loss a few weeks after the balloon is placed. The balloon takes up room in your stomach and helps you eat less and get full quickly, so you will lose weight gradually. Combining the balloon with healthy eating and lifestyle habits will deliver the best results.

