If you’re looking for an effective weight loss solution without traditional surgery, or if you’ve regained weight after prior bariatric surgery, Endoscopic Bariatric Procedures offer a safe and minimally invasive path forward. Dr. Steve Siegal provides advanced, non-surgical options in Fort Myers — including the highly effective Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG), gastric balloon, and endoscopic revision procedures — all designed to support long-term, sustainable results.
These procedures are performed entirely through the mouth with no external incisions, allowing for faster recovery, no visible scars, and a quicker return to your daily life.
Endoscopic Bariatric Procedures use a thin, flexible camera called an endoscope, inserted through the mouth, to reshape the stomach from the inside. These are non-surgical alternatives to traditional weight loss procedures and offer powerful results with reduced downtime.
Dr. Steve Siegal is a pioneer in this field — having led one of Florida’s first endobariatric programs and performed the first ESG procedure in both Fort Myers and Naples. His expertise allows patients access to the latest innovations in weight loss without the need for traditional surgery.
A Groundbreaking Non-Surgical Weight Loss Procedure
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) is a non-surgical alternative to traditional sleeve surgery. Using a special suturing device attached to an endoscope, Dr. Siegal places stitches inside your stomach to reduce its volume by up to 70–80%. This creates a new sleeve-like shape that helps you feel full faster and promotes gradual, safe weight loss.
A Temporary Yet Powerful Jumpstart to Weight Loss
The gastric balloon is a non-surgical, temporary tool that helps you control hunger and portion sizes. It’s ideal for patients looking to lose weight without undergoing surgery.
A soft, adjustable balloon is placed into your stomach using a simple endoscopic procedure — no incisions, no hospital stay. Once inflated, it partially fills your stomach so you feel full faster and eat less.
Ideal for individuals with a BMI of 27–40 who want meaningful weight loss without permanent surgery. Dr. Siegal will assess your goals and help you decide if the balloon is right for you.
A Non-Surgical Way to Restore Weight Loss After Surgery
If you’ve regained weight after a gastric sleeve or gastric bypass, you’re not alone. Over time, the stomach can stretch or the bypass connection can widen — reducing the effectiveness of the original surgery.
Endoscopic Bariatric Revisions — also known as the TORe (Transoral Outlet Reduction) procedure when performed after gastric bypass — offer a non-surgical way to tighten or reshape the anatomy from the inside, restoring the restriction and helping you get back on track.
Using an endoscope and specialized suturing tools, Dr. Siegal can perform precise internal adjustments to restore the effectiveness of your original bariatric procedure. This includes tightening a stretched gastric sleeve, shrinking an enlarged gastric pouch, and narrowing a widened gastric bypass outlet (stoma) through the TORe procedure — all without the need for external incisions or traditional revision surgery.
This guidebook provides a clear, step-by-step plan for patients after an endobariatric procedure. It explains what to expect before and after treatment, outlines the diet progression from liquids to solid foods, and offers practical tips on nutrition, hydration, activity, and follow-up care. With tools like grocery lists and a meal tracker, it helps patients stay on track, avoid complications, and achieve long-term weight-loss success.
Both reduce the size of the stomach, but ESG is performed with an endoscope and requires no incisions or removal of stomach tissue. It offers quicker recovery and fewer risks.
ESG provides long-lasting results, especially when paired with healthy lifestyle habits. The internal sutures are designed to hold over time, but your commitment to long-term change is key.
Most patients lose 15–20% of their total body weight within 12 months. Success depends on your lifestyle and adherence to follow-up care.
Currently, most insurance plans do not cover ESG or revision procedures. Dr. Siegal’s office offers affordable self-pay options and flexible financing to make care more accessible.
Recovery is typically very quick — most patients return to normal activities in a few days and report minimal discomfort.
Most patients lose 10–15% of their total body weight over the course of 6–8 months. Results vary based on your adherence to dietary guidance and follow-up support.
Some patients experience nausea or bloating during the first few days after placement as the body adjusts. These symptoms are temporary and typically resolve quickly.
Whether you’re beginning your weight loss journey or looking to renew your results after previous surgery, Dr. Steve Siegal offers the most advanced, non-surgical options in Fort Myers.
📞 Contact our office today to schedule your private consultation and take the first step toward a healthier, more confident you.
