Endoscopic Sleeve
Gastroplasty (ESG) In Seattle

If you have not found any success with diet and exercise, Dr. Brian Sung with Newvue Medical can help you improve your health through significant weight loss with non-surgical ESG.

Dr. Sung is a double board-certified bariatric surgeon who offers endoscopic and surgical weight loss solutions in Seattle, Bellevue, and Kirkland, WA.

What Is Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty?

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) is a procedure that uses strategically placed sutures to reduce the size of your stomach so you eat less and get full faster.

There are no incisions made because the entire procedure is completed from the inside using an endoscope, lowered down your throat to provide access to your stomach.

What it is

A procedure that reduces the capacity of your stomach using stitches placed from the inside without surgery.

Performed by

Dr. Sung is a double board-certified bariatric surgeon with 20 years of experience.

How it works

You can only eat small portions, so you stay feeling full longer, you eat less, and lose weight.

Recovery

Most patients recover anywhere between three days and a week.

What Are The Benefits Of ESG?

No incisions or scars since everything is done endoscopically.

It is an outpatient procedure, and you normally go home the same day.

The recovery time is significantly shorter compared to traditional weight loss surgery.

The risk of complications is far lower than more invasive surgeries.

Helps you feel full faster, so it is easier to eat less.

The procedure can be reversed if needed.

Less pain and discomfort during recovery.

Can improve health issues linked to weight, like high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes.

A good option for people who do not qualify for or want traditional bariatric surgery.

Seattle Bariatric Surgeon with Proven Expertise

Dr. Brian Sung, MD, FACS, FASMBS, DABOM

Dr. Sung has more than 20 years of experience as an expert in bariatric surgery and has over 3,000 procedures to his credit. He specializes in bariatric surgical procedures and endoscopic weight loss that help combat obesity and improve your health. He pioneered outpatient sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass at Swedish Medical Center and served as Washington’s Access to Care Representative, contributing to healthcare policy and legislation.

He is a member of:

American Board of Surgery
American Board of Obesity Medicine

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How Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Works

The ESG procedure usually takes about an hour to perform and is done as an outpatient procedure without surgery. The usual steps include:

You are given anesthesia so you stay comfortable during the procedure.

Dr. Sung carefully inserts the endoscope down through your throat to access your stomach.

Special medical tools are then lowered down the center of the endoscope and used to reshape and resize your stomach.

Stitches are administered from the inside to hold the stomach in its new, reduced size.

The endoscope is removed.

After a few hours of observation you are discharged to go home and begin your recovery.

How Much Does Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Cost In Seattle, WA?

The cost of endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty in Seattle, WA, can be different depending on your circumstances and your health. ESG is now an approved procedure by the FDA, some insurance carriers may now provide coverage for ESG. Check with your specific plan to verify the coverage available on your policy.

We can provide you with the specific costs of your endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty procedure during your personal consultation.

A member of our team can also discuss the financing options we offer to qualifying patients to help make weight loss more affordable and accessible.

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Why Choose Newvue Medical In Seattle

Experienced Specialist

Dr. Sung is a double board-certified bariatric surgeon with more than 20 years of experience performing bariatric surgery and endoscopic weight loss procedures. He is one of only a few bariatric surgeons who are board certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Obesity Medicine.

Modern Techniques For Optimal Results

The combination of the latest advanced techniques and our years of experience provides you with the results you want while always putting your safety first.

Personalized Treatment

Your weight loss plan is designed and customized to fit your needs, circumstances, and goals to help you safely achieve sustainable weight loss and improve your health.

Excellent Patient Care

The Newvue Medical team provides the highest level of support and guidance from your first consultation through your recovery and beyond. Newvue has been recognized for excellence and is trusted by patients in Bellevue, Kirkland, and the Seattle area.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much weight can I expect to lose with ESG?

Most people lose about 15 to 20 percent of their total body weight within the first year after ESG. Your personal results can vary based on your starting weight and how closely you follow a healthy diet and make permanent lifestyle changes.

Is ESG permanent?

ESG is designed to last indefinitely, but it is not considered permanent like traditional bariatric surgery. The procedure can be reversed if necessary.

What kind of diet will I need to follow after ESG?

You will need to allow your stomach time to adjust to its new normal. This will require starting with clear liquids, then slowly moving to soft foods, and eventually transitioning to regular meals. The reacclimation process after ESG is much shorter than after any type of bariatric surgery, which can take several months.

Making permanent lifestyle changes, like prioritizing eating a healthy low-calorie diet and getting enough exercise, will be necessary to maintain your results.

How soon can I return to work after endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)?

Many people who undergo ESG can return to work within a few days. There are no activity restrictions after ESG, and most patients can participate in any activity they feel up to.

Will there be visible scars after my ESG weight loss procedure?

No. ESG is done using a non-surgical endoscopic procedure that is done from the inside. There are no scars left after endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty.

Weight Loss In Seattle, WA

Newvue Plastic Surgery

10047 Main St Ste 103, Bellevue, WA 98004 (425) 463-9883

Monday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Tuesday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Wednesday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Thursday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Friday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Map & Direction

Newvue Dermatology Aesthetics Wellness

140 Central Way, Kirkland, WA 98033 (425) 842-0454

Monday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Tuesday: 8:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Wednesday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Thursday: 8:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M.
Friday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Map & Direction

Newvue
Plastic Surgery 10047 Main Street
Suite 103 Bellevue, WA 98004

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Fax: (425) 968-4631

Monday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

Tuesday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

Wednesday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

Thursday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

Friday: 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Newvue Dermatology Aesthetics Wellness 140 Central Way
Kirkland, WA 98033