CQC Registered Providers
Bariatric Nurses and Gastric Balloons
As part of your gastric balloon aftercare programme.
What is a Bariatric Nurse?
Bariatric Nurses are a staple part of healthcare the world over, ensuring incredible bariatric patient care. When it comes to your gastric balloon placement or bariatric surgery, our specialist nurses will be on hand to offer patient support, ensuring you have a smooth recovery and that your journey to a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet is going well. They will be there to answer any questions or concerns you may have, offering nursing support throughout your time with Allure Weightloss.
Like all members of our team of health professionals, our nurses are handpicked for their dedication to nursing care and their years of experience. Whether you are a gastric balloon or bariatric surgery patient, they will be on hand to support you from start to finish.
Nurses & Your Aftercare
The team at Allure are passionate about making your weight loss surgery or gastric balloon process as easy as possible. From the very beginning, we make sure that you have contact with one of our Specialist Bariatric nurses. As with our dieticians, time with our nurses comes with your programme as standard and is included in the overall cost.
If you have any questions about our nurses, simply speak to our support team who will be able to advise accordingly. Our bariatric specialist nurses are registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and are handpicked for their experience, professionalism, and friendliness when caring for bariatric patients.
Meet Our Nurses
Why Do I Need a Bariatric Nurse?
Our bariatric nurses are here to ensure you are as comfortable as possible and that any concerns can be answered or dealt with. It is highly unlikely that you will need anything more than reassurance from your Bariatric Nurse, but in the extremely rare event you do need medical advice, they will be on hand to help.
Our Gastric Balloon Programmes
The popular Allure Weightloss gastric balloon programmes include the 6 and 12 month gastric balloons. You can find out more information by following the links below:
6 Month BiB Gastric Balloon
The BIB 6 month gastric balloon is a weight loss balloon that stays in your stomach for up to 6 months, where it suppresses your hunger and leaves you feeling fuller for longer in order to help you lose weight.
12 Month Orbera
The Orbera 365 up to 12 month gastric balloon is a weight loss balloon that stays in your stomach for up to 12 months, where it suppresses your hunger and leaves you feeling fuller for longer in order to help you lose weight.
Start Your Journey Today
Speak with our medical weight loss specialists today and discuss booking your bariatric treatment as close to home as possible, with the assurance you’ll have the necessary support to lose weight, have a healthy diet, and have complete, specialist care throughout. Allure Weightloss are rated GOOD CQC registered providers of gastric balloons and bariatric surgery.
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