Dr. Shaikh performed the procedure on Sept. 17. The Intragastric Balloon procedure is a non-invasive technique for weight loss.
“The intragastric balloon is a non-invasive, non-surgical approach to weight loss and offers a new and safer option for patients seeking a weight loss procedure,” said Dr. Shaikh. “The balloon has helped over 220,000 patients worldwide over the last 20 years and was recently approved by the FDA for patients in the United States.”
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