A nonsurgical weight reduction revolution

Name: Athenix Body Sculpting Institute
Address: 17885 NW Evergreen PkwySuite 110, Beaverton, OR, 97006
Telephone: (971) 246-5480
Rating: 4

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The future of weight loss

Is unwanted weight inhibiting your lifestyle, causing you shame, frustration and lowered self esteem? If you find that your eating is out of control, especially at night or in times of emotional distress, then the Athenix Body Sculpting stomach balloon program in Portland may be ideal for your needs. If you have found that dieting and exercise avails you nothing despite repeated efforts, our revolutionary two-part weight loss system can offer transformative results in as little as 6 months, all without the complexities and side effects of invasive surgery.

Overhaul your lifestyle for long-term transformation

The first phase of the gastric balloon program involves placement of the appetite suppressing sphere in the abdomen. After 6 months, the sphere is removed, allowing the client to make use of the tools they learned from our team of dedicated psychologists, nutritionists and lifestyle coaches. Using this proven and effective two-phase system, Portland gastric balloon clients find that by the end of the 12 month program, they have both the confidence and the experience needed to maintain long-term weight loss.

Safety, effectiveness and comfort come first

Understanding how the gastric balloon works is an important first step in undergoing the treatment. Using an endoscope, your doctor will gently insert a pliable saline filled sphere into the abdomen, which acts to trick the brain into believing the stomach is full, decreasing destructive overeating. Clients feel satisfied faster and tend to be relieved from constant craving for snacks and extra meals.

When compared with bariatric surgery, gastric balloon placement is far safer and less invasive. If a client does decide to undergo bariatric surgery, they can prepare for that additional step by first losing a certain number of pounds with the stomach balloon as is often required by their doctors.

The Gastric Balloon

Proven weight loss, no incisions required

Non surgical weight loss

ORBERA® is a reversible non surgical weight loss procedure, which means no incisions, stitches, or scars.

#1 Gastric Balloon

ORBERA® is the global leading weight loss balloon and has helped thousands meet their weight loss goals.

Lose 3x the Weight

Millions of pounds have been lost with ORBERA®, with over 220,000 gastric balloons distributed worldwide.

Safety. Innovation.Integrity. Results.

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Understanding the statistics

Hailed as one of the most exciting breakthroughs in recent years in the weight loss industry, the gastric balloon has been shown to be 3 times as effective as dieting and exercise alone. Portland stomach balloon clients are finding that they can lose from 25% to 45% of their excess weight, sometimes in excess of 60 pounds. Case studies have repeatedly shown that patients undergoing gastric balloon treatment, which includes lifestyle counseling and support, are keeping the weight off longer and maintaining their health well past the one-year mark.

Exploring the Athenix Institute

While our doctors maintain privileges at many local Portland hospitals, we have found these environments to produce long lines, a lack of privacy and a forfeiture of convenience. For these reasons we have created our premier, accredited outpatient medical center, the Athenix Institute. This immaculate, climate controlled facility boasts stylish and comfortable waiting rooms, state-of-the-art surgical suites outfitted with the latest in advanced equipment and technology, and soothing, tranquil recovery quarters. On hand to assist you at every stage of your journey, our compassionate team of nurses, technicians, and medical assistants are eager to set you at ease.

The Athenix difference

Athenix is devoted to improving quality of life for clients, creating healthy lifestyles and increased self-confidence. From our breakthrough VASER liposuction technology to our mini body sculpting techniques, Athenix puts groundbreaking medical developments at the forefront of its philosophy. We are pleased to supply Portland area patients with the single stomach balloon Orbera and the dual gastric balloon Reshape, facilitating long term success and well being.

In addition to our cutting edge equipment, Athenix is proud to offer compassionate customer service at every level of interaction. Each member of our staff has been chosen for their dedication to your satisfaction, their experience with the gastric balloon program, and their willingness to go to any lengths to see you lose the weight. We like to think of all our clients as family members, and invest in long term relationships throughout the Portland area and beyond.

ORBERA™ VS RESHAPE™

During your initial consultation, your Portland gastric balloon Athenix team will discuss with you the merits and drawbacks of the Orbera and Reshape gastric balloon designs. By the time your session is over, you will be able to make an informed and well educated decision about which process is right for your body. Rest assured that Athenix always places your well-being above all else. You will never be directed towards a solution that does not honor your body type and needs.

Orbera

In August of 2015, the FDA approved a single-sphered gastric balloon called Orbera for use in North America. Since then it has risen to become one of the most popular nonsurgical weight-loss methods on the market. The Orbera stomach balloon is about the size of a grapefruit, and as it sits in the abdomen, it creates the sensation of fullness that deters the patient from overeating and keeps them feeling satisfied all day long. For most clients, the process is entirely painless and they cannot feel the stomach balloon in place.

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Reshape

The Reshape gastric balloon design employs two stomach spheres, which many clients have found to be more comfortable and more compatible with their anatomy. Similar to the single balloon design, Reshape offers appetite reduction and a feeling of continuous fullness for the first 6 months of the program, all without the use of surgery or diet pills.

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Find out which balloon is right for you

Before & After

Our extensive before-and-after photo gallery offers patients a glimpse into what they can expect from the gastric balloon process in terms of results. If you do not immediately see any clients who present the same issues as you, simply ask the doctor for access to more photos. When you undergo your Portland gastric balloon consultation, the doctor may also furnish you with advanced 3-D imaging results, another important tool in managing your expectations.

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Success Stories

Congratulations to all our Portland stomach balloon success stories! We have included several patient testimonials to give you an overview of real-life experience with the gastric balloon process. In turn, we invite you to submit your own story for our website once you have undergone the 12 month program.

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If you are ready to learn more about the gastric balloon process then it is time to set up your free consultation with the Athenix team in Portland. You will meet with our full panel of body sculpting experts who will record your medical history, examine you physically, explore previous surgeries if any, and answer all your questions in depth.

The consultation can be a wonderful time to leaf through our before-and-after library of photographs, exploring the wonderful possibilities and getting to know our former clients who are further down the road in the gastric balloon process. We also offer cutting-edge 3-D imaging software that can help you to better visualize your results. Leaving the consultation, you may feel excited, optimistic, and ready to step into the future. Call today to get started!

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