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New educational articles are being prepared. In the meantime, explore our most useful patient guides below.
What Is ESG?
The procedure, how it works, and who it's for.
Am I a Candidate?
Criteria, BMI, health considerations.
ESG vs GLP-1 Medications
Head-to-head comparison of outcomes.
ESG vs Gastric Sleeve
Endoscopic vs surgical approaches.
Cost & Financing
What ESG costs and how to plan.
Recovery Guide
Diet phases, timeline, and follow-up.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Ariel Ortiz Lagardere, MD, FACS, FASMBS
Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery
Last reviewed: June 1, 2026
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