After years of struggle and endless frustration, my research led me to my local Athenix body sculpting institute for orbera consultation. Skeptical at first, I tried to remain open minded. I reminded myself of my motivation, truth be told I have never been a “healthy” weight. Not once. I have tried everything, you name it I have done it. I have seen the scale go from 252 to 175 over the last 15 years. I love exercise, truly addicted to yoga and practice daily, but I’m so utterly sick of being fat! I Try with all that I am to eat well. Nothing has sustained my weight loss. Not even weight watchers! I actually gained weight on WW twice! So I saw other’s results and here I am! Updated on 26 Feb 2019: 2/22- Dr Shideler was amazing, so was the whole crew day of the procedure. I have had some discomfort but nothing more than my typical after-thanksgiving-dinner fullness! I have not vomited, not once, there’s some belching but not a single episode of vomit. I was terrified after reading some stories on this site, but it’s been a breeze! It’s Day three I am trying some puréed soups, occasionally the stomach feels like it’s being kicked but it passes within a few minutes. I have been drinking small amount of liquid, sips at a time, almost up to 1.5l . I tend to avoid fake sugar but I did have some jello day one with very little discomfort. I feel the pain and discomfort is no more than 3/10 at its worst. Sleeping is easier on the left side, I have woken up to discomfort, took some of the levsin I was given along with zofran and poof- 100% better. I’m still not sure if I’m hungry, I always feel stuffed. Walking and movement is easy but I havent been back to work or workout routine or any heavy movement yet. I would say my experience has been very pleasant, with the toughest part being the first day post op and getting comfortable at night. Easy peeesy! So far, highly recommend. I’ve only seen the scale move down 2 pounds, but it’s only been three days! I’m ready to get moving and use these next 6 months to be in the best shape and weight of my life. I feel like it can finally be achieved.

I'm a 50 years old working mom who has struggled with weight gains all my life. I could not be any happier with my decision to go thru the Intragastric Balloon at Athenix Body Sculpting Institute. The team at the Institute was very pleasant and helpful. They addressed all my concerns and answered all my questions with clarity and honesty. In specific, Karina Cypher, the Patient Care Consultant, held my hand throughout the process with patience and care. The procedure exceeded all my expectations, the nurses were great, they made me feel comfortable and safe. The doctor, Blynn Shideler M.D., was incredible. Throughout the period of six months, the nurses were supportive and positive of my weight loss. Especially, Marcy, Sarah and Karina. They played a major part of keeping me on the right track to accomplish my goal. The result was just amazing. I was able to lose over 30 pounds and couldn't be any happier. I highly recommend Athenix Body Sculpting Institute in Fresno, California. It's a place where you can get the best team to address your needs.

Have my surgery booked for early July got my pre-op on the 23rd of July let's see how everything goes haven't met the surgeon, and I've put the deposit down, I'm getting nervous but excited just want the best results can't really find that much reviews Updated on 5 Jul 2020: Getting my surgery tomorrow morning nervous, excited, feeling everything. getting my chest upper and lower abs and sides/flanks Updated on 6 Jul 2020: Day after surgery, it can be very messy, a lot of leaking going on pain isn’t as bad as I was expected really hope it stays that way