The Surgical Weight Loss Centre offers patients two safe and effective programs to help people lose excess weight: Intragastric Balloon Program and the Lap-Band System Program.

Lap-Band System Program

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding is a procedure that helps patients lose weight by reducing the amount of food their stomach can hold. It is approved by Health Canada and the FDA.

• Placed around upper stomach & gives a feeling of fullness with smaller amounts of food
• The band is adjustable and although it is meant to be a permanent implant, it is removable if desired
• Weight loss is steady and sustained with no malabsorption of nutrients so patients maintain muscle mass & skin elasticity
• Minimally invasive - no cutting or stapling of the stomach or intestines

Intragastric Balloon

The Intragastric Balloon System is a non-pharmaceutical way to lose weight. This aid helps patients feel satisfied when eating, helping them lose more weight than with other programs.

• Expandable balloon with sterile saline partially fills the stomach
• Made of high-quality silicone elastomer that's resistant to gastric acidity
• Smooth surface won't irritate lining of your stomach
• Expect noticeable weight loss in first 6 months
• Non surgical - the soft balloon is introduced through the mouth

Contact Surgical Weight Loss Centre today to find out if you are eligible for these weight loss procedures.