Tampa – IBI HealthCare

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures

At IBI Healthcare Institute, we offer advanced Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures. We stand out as a top surgical facility. by all means, equipped with advanced technology for safe, optimal results. Firstly, during your consultation, our certified experts will review your medical history. Additionally, they will run diagnostic tests to recommend the most suited procedure.

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures - Options

Indeed, losing weight alone is tough. Subsequently, many people need medical intervention to achieve successful weight loss. However, if you struggle to lose weight through diet and exercise. Then consider our range of medical weight loss options. Nevertheless, we offer bariatric surgery and other non-surgical weight loss solutions.

On the other side, having skin concerns such as acne scars, sun damage, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin texture. In fact, looking to improve the overall appearance and brightness of their skin. Not to mention, we also have a variety of aesthetic procedures to reduce fine lines and superficial wrinkles.

Weight Loss - Medical

Certainly, weight loss medication can enhance patient efforts and lead to significant success. Although, under doctor supervision, patients visit monthly to monitor their progress. Consequently, those who struggle with weight loss often find success with prescription medication. As a matter of fact, pills and injections are the most common forms.

Medical Weight Loss Options

Firstly, our surgeons administer injections. Secondly, they gradually increase the dose over five months to the maximum level. Thirdly, these medications help metabolize fat and curb hunger, aiding in weight loss. Lastly, our comprehensive weight loss program includes:

Wegovy®

Wegovy®, FDA-approved since June 2021, is a higher dose of Semaglutide. A drug particularly used to treat diabetes. Administered weekly with preloaded pens, designed for adults (18+) as a long-term obesity treatment. Dispenser pens are disposed of responsibly after use.

Saxenda®

Liraglutide, known as Victoza, has long treated type 2 diabetes. Now, the FDA-approved Saxenda® uses the same drug to treat obesity in patients 12 and older. Although, Saxenda® comes in a pre-filled pen with a month's supply. Subsequently, requires a new needle daily.

SlimMed

For over a decade, Semaglutide (Ozempic) has treated adults with type 2 diabetes. Now, it helps with weight loss and maintenance. The IBI SlimMed Injection boosts metabolism and curbs hunger. Patients receive this medication weekly through a single-use pre-loaded syringe.

Weight Loss - Bariatrics

In reality, bariatric surgery is a highly effective way to lose 30-70% of excess body weight. Similarly, it is suitable for those with a BMI of 40 or higher. Also having a BMI of 35 with obesity-related illnesses. Such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. 

Bariatric Surgery and Revision Options

Additionally, if you have regained weight after bariatric surgery. Then your surgical alteration might need an adjustment to help you lose weight again. Because we offer endoscopic bariatric surgery revision. Particularly, converting your previous surgery to a more restrictive or malabsorptive type. Such as changing a gastric sleeve to a gastric bypass. In general our bariatric options includes:

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

RYGB helps individuals lose weight when diet and exercise fail. Surgeons reduce the stomach size and reroute the digestive system. By creating a small stomach pouch and connecting it to the small intestine. Additionally, this procedure reduces calorie absorption and promotes significant weight loss.

Laparoscopic Duodenal Switch

LDS combines restrictive and malabsorptive techniques. Typically, surgeons perform it laparoscopically, ensuring faster recovery and fewer complications. It involves removing a large portion of the stomach, reducing its size, and rerouting the small intestine. This leads to significant weight loss by limiting portion control and calorie absorption.

Laparoscopic Gastric Band

LAGB aids weight loss by placing a band on the stomach's upper part, creating a small food pouch. This restriction reduces food intake and increases fullness between meals. Ideal for those with a BMI over 30, it can prevent diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, and heart disease.

Single Anastomosis Duodenal Ileal

SADI Bypass (SADI-S) is an upgraded version of Duodenal Switch Surgery. Combining restrictive and malabsorptive measures. It offers significant weight loss potential, particularly for individuals with higher body weight. However, it involves combining Gastric Sleeve with an aggressive Gastric Bypass. Unlike the duodenal switch, it reduces surgical time and risks.

Weight Loss - Non-Surgical

Equally important, our state-of-the-art facility ensures patients can lose weight and maintain their results. Conversely, for those who are not candidates for surgery or prefer non-surgical options. Regardless, we provide alternative weight-loss solutions.

Non-Surgical Weight Loss Options

To demonstrate, these procedures do not require surgery. Moreover, our non-surgical weight loss options have proven effective. Significantly, in helping patients lose weight and keep it off.

Spatz Gastric Balloon

The Spatz3 Adjustable Gastric Balloon can help patients lose between 15% and 17.7% of their body weight. A unique feature of the Spatz3 balloon is its adjustability. They are further, allowing it to be inflated or deflated as needed. Nonetheless, this flexibility enhances both comfort and effectiveness during the treatment period.

Orbera® Balloon

Orbera® gastric balloon helps lose up to 3 times more weight than diet and exercise alone. Typically 20-92 pounds in 6 months. Specialists place a saline-filled silicone balloon in the stomach. Promoting portion control and reducing hunger, followed a supervised low-calorie diet and exercise plan.

Endoscopic Sleeve

ESG is a top non-surgical weight loss. Achieve results similar to a gastric sleeve without surgery. ESG reduces stomach size by 75% using sutures, limiting food intake and prolonging fullness. The clinical trials show 49% excess weight loss in six months. One of our patients had lost 114 pounds with ESG.

Laparoscopic Sleeve

LSG is a highly effective weight loss option with a proven success rate and numerous benefits. Unlike traditional surgeries, LSG uses minimal incisions, lowering risks and ensuring a smoother recovery. Moreover, by reducing the stomach size by 75%, it promotes longer-lasting fullness and better portion control.

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures - Before and After Transformations

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures

Aesthetics

Furthermore, we have treated many individuals with our non-surgical options for facial rejuvenation for over 30 years. Particularly, looking to minimize the appearance of dynamic wrinkles. Such as crow’s feet, forehead lines, and frown lines. Moreover, our expert lead injectors and aestheticians help you prevent the formation of new wrinkles. Finally by temporarily reducing muscle activity.

Aesthetic Procedures Options

To emphasize, we specialize in procedures that enhance facial features. For instance lip augmentation or contouring the jawline. However, if you are experiencing volume loss in areas such as cheeks, lips, and under-eye hollows. Additionally, wanting to smooth out static wrinkles and folds, like nasolabial folds and marionette lines. With attention to this, we offer the following solutions:

Botox® (Neuromodulators)

Botox is a non-surgical injectable that relaxes facial muscles, causing wrinkles to fade. It's the only approved treatment for temporarily improving moderate to severe frown lines and crow’s feet in adults. By targeting muscle contractions from frowning and squinting, Botox reduces muscle activity, visibly smoothing lines within 3-5 days. Results last up to four months.

Microneedling with PRP

Microneedling with PRP boosts collagen by rolling fine needles over the skin and applying platelet-rich plasma. Similarly, the treatment enhances healing and rejuvenation. Effectively repair skin tissue. As well as treats acne scars, surgical scars, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage.

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers and injectables offer quick, non-surgical solutions for lines and wrinkles. Moreover, these treatments use hyaluronic acid. Help hydrating the skin, adding volume to cheeks, lips, and other areas. Nonetheless, our options include Xeomin®, Dysport®, Radiesse®, Juvéderm®, lip injections, B12 injections, and Kybella®. You will love the results.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels control skin damage, while promoting rejuvenation. However, they vary in depth based on cosmetic needs. They include higher active ingredient concentrations with anti-aging effects. ISuitable for various skin types. In addition, stimulates collagen production, increases firmness, and reduces wrinkles.

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures - Before and After Transformations

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures

IV Therapy

Nonetheless, our IV Therapy administered under medical supervision to ensure the correct formulation and dosage. Above all, our medical team also evaluates and assesses individuals’ medical conditions and history. Only then recommends the treatment accordingly.

Vitamin Infused IV Therapy Speciality Blends Options

In detail, if seeking rapid hydration and nutrient replenishment. As a matter of fact, experiencing fatigue, jet lag, or recovering from illness. In addition, we have Vitamin-infused IV Therapy that supports immune function. Comparatively enhances athletic performance, or aids recovery from intense physical activity. Henceforth, our specialty blends that boost energy include:

Pain Management

Toradol (Pain).
Zofran (Nausea).
Pepcid (Indigestion).

Energy Restoration

Normal Saline.
Immune Boost.
Metabolism Boost.

Recovery Management

Hangover Cure.
Myer’s Cocktail.
Hydrate and Recovery

Skin and Body Revitalization

Skin Glow.
High Dose Vitamin C.

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures - Reviews

Stephanie was phenomenal!

Patient, kind. Answered all of my questions and made me feel very comfortable. Office was clean and well kept. It was my first time receiving Botox and she made the experience amazing. I was scared at first and that quickly went away with her calm demeanor. Staff was very friendly and the process was efficient and timely. I absolutely loveee my results and it’s barely been two weeks!

Yesi Escalona

Botox

So grateful for IBI Healthcare

For helping me reach my weight loss goals. I highly recommend this office. The staff was always a pleasure. They were very kind and informative. Thank you all very much!

Tatiana Marrero

Weight Loss

My experience at IBI was unmatched

I’ve been to two different Med Spas in the Tampa Bay Area and this one was by far the best. Stephanie Stegner was very thorough about the process and about what to expect after the services. I was very happy with my results. She was also very honest with her recommendations. I will definitely be back for more cosmetic treatments! Next up: Diamond Glow facial!

Rhiannon Baxendale

Med Spa Facial

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures - Provider

Hello, I’m Stephanie Stegner. Certified in Neuromodulators, Dermal Fillers, and Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy. Furthermore, I hold degrees from the University of South Florida and have extensive experience in injecting, laser treatments, and surgeries.

Moreover, specializing in Advanced Aesthetics IV Therapy and Medical Weight Loss Procedures. As a Lead Injector and Physician Assistant, I help clients discover their natural beauty and self-appreciation.

Explore your options to harmonize inner health with outer beauty.

Weight Loss and Aesthetic Procedures - Consultation

Interested in Aesthetics, IV Therapy, and Weight Loss procedures? Call us at (813) 680-1586 or schedule a consultation. Not only but also our experienced bariatric surgeons and certified lead injectors guide you to your health goals.