Stephanie Higgins

- Name: Stephanie Higgins

- Age: 35

- Location: Whitefield

- Surgery date: September 2023

- Procedure: Allurion Weight Loss Balloon

- Surgeon: Mr Bassi 

Stephanie's Journey:

Stephanie Higgins sought the assistance of the Allurion Weight Loss Balloon with a specific goal in mind - to undergo IVF for a baby. Stephanie and her husband had been attempting to conceive for several years, facing challenges that led them to explore alternative weight loss solutions.

Concerns Prior to Surgery:

Stephanie experienced difficulty walking, accompanied by persistent knee pain due to her weight.

She also battled with depression and self-consciousness of her body, often feeling as though people were staring at her. This significantly impacted her self-esteem and overall well-being negatively.

Decision to Choose Allurion Weight Loss Balloon:

Stephanie opted for the Allurion Weight Loss Balloon after thorough research from her and her husband. Instead of seeking help from the NHS, Stephanie's husband discovered the balloon through an online advertisement and believed it was the ideal solution for her to try.

Positive Changes and Progress:

Post-surgery, Stephanie has noticed significant improvements from the Allurion Weight Loss Balloon:

- She feels great and has successfully gotten into clothes that were previously challenging, dropping a few dress sizes.

- Her confidence has increased, and her depression related to weight has diminished.

- Although she did not reach her target during the balloon period, Stephanie has raved about the positive impact on her overall well-being due to this procedure.

Weight Loss Milestones:

Stephanie successfully lost 3 stone during the Allurion Weight Loss Balloon programme, marking a substantial achievement in her weight loss journey.

Recommendation and Experience with Pall Mall:

Stephanie highly recommends the Allurion Weight Loss Balloon, describing it as easy, mentally beneficial, and yielding visible results within weeks of it being placed. She expresses gratitude for the support received from Pall Mall throughout:

- The clinic made her feel welcome and at ease.

- Prompt and responsive communication, with answers to queries within 24 hours from her patient coordinator and nutritionist.

- Stephanie commends the dietitian, Marta, for her excellent guidance and continuous support.

Remaining Goals and Future Plans:

Stephanie emphasises the need to continue her weight loss journey, as she still has three stone to lose to meet the eligibility criteria for IVF. Despite not reaching her full target, she says the Allurion Weight Loss Balloon as the best decision she has made, having now helped her continue a healthy lifestyle.

"I had to lose 6 stone altogether to be eligible for IVF, and I've done half of that with the balloon. I've not been able to start my IVF yet, but I still need to lose 3 stone to get my BMI down to 30."

Stephanie's story shows the positive impact of the Allurion Weight Loss Balloon on both physical and mental well-being, providing a solution for achieving her ultimate goal of starting a family through IVF.

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