If you discover you’re pregnant with a balloon in place, contact your doctor immediately. Most balloons remain in the stomach for about 6 months (up to 12 months in some cases).
Whether your balloon was placed locally in New York or abroad (Mexico, Turkey, Dominican Republic, or elsewhere), Dr. Shapsis — a board-certified gastroenterologist and weight-loss specialist — performs safe, endoscopic gastric balloon removals in a comfortable, outpatient setting.
