From Size 18 to Size 0: The Non-Surgical Weight Loss Solution Everyone’s Whispering About in Florida
- Mateo
- Jun 27
- 3 min read
At her heaviest in November 2023, Florida native Nicole weighed 244 pounds and felt stuck. After years of cycling through every diet imaginable, nothing felt sustainable. The constant ups and downs left her physically exhausted and emotionally drained. When she was diagnosed with pre-diabetes, Nicole knew it was time to make a lasting change.
Determined to take control of her health, Nicole turned to Bariendo—a local company offering a signature procedure called ESG Stomach Tightening (ESG). This non-surgical, minimally invasive treatment reshapes the stomach from the inside—no incisions, no scars. It’s not liposuction, and it doesn’t require weekly injections—just a quick procedure with long-term results.
A year later, Nicole has undergone a dramatic transformation: she’s lost over 100 pounds, dropped from a size 18 to a size 0, and gained a whole new outlook on life.
(Caption: Bariendo patient Nicole lost over 100 pounds after ESG.)
“For once in my life, I am able to experience the feeling of fullness and satisfaction. Finally, I can say that I have willpower. Losing weight or maintaining is no longer a battle,” Nicole says. “Bariendo saved my life…. If I could turn back time, I’d urge my 18-year-old self to embark on this transformative journey. ”
Today, her journey is no longer just about weight loss—it’s about health, energy, and confidence. ESG helped her regain control.
She’s not alone.
Candy, another Bariendo patient, had tried multiple medications in her quest to lose weight—but nothing gave her the results or confidence she was looking for until having ESG with Bariendo.
(Bariendo patient Candy lost 33 pounds after ESG)
“My only regret is that I didn’t have this procedure earlier—and I no longer have to depend on ALL types of weight loss medication,” Candy says. “I’m feeling better than ever. My energy is back. Everyone who needs help losing weight should do this.”
Bariendo ESG: The One-Time Procedure Behind a Lifetime of Change
Bariendo’s co-founder Dr. Chris Thompson is considered the global expert in ESG—for good reason. He invented the procedure at Harvard Medical School, where he’s a professor, researcher, and practicing physician. FDA-approved in 2022, ESG has helped thousands of patients lose weight safely and effectively.
Bariendo boasts the best ESG outcomes in the industry: the average patient loses 20% of their body weight—or about 50 pounds. Clinical data shows those results last for 10 years or more.
Bariendo understands that obesity is a complex, chronic disease—not a personal failure. It affects nearly 40% of Americans and has serious health implications, including heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. Like other chronic conditions, obesity often requires more than just lifestyle changes—it needs medical intervention.
Inside the Procedure: Weight Loss That Works
While under anesthesia, a Bariendo physician inserts a slim, flexible device through the mouth into the stomach and places 7 to 8 internal sutures, reducing stomach volume by about 70%. This helps patients feel full faster and stay satisfied longer, making it easier to eat less and lose weight. Patients go home the same day and typically resume normal activities within a few days.
Bariendo also offers a full-circle model of care. Each patient is supported by a physician, dietitian, and coach for 12 months post-procedure, with regular check-ins, a smart scale, and expert guidance to ensure lasting success.
The ideal ESG candidate is someone who has struggled with weight and wants a lasting, effective solution. Bariendo’s ESG is available to those with a BMI over 30, or between 27 and 29.9 with an obesity-related condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, or fatty liver disease.
Available Now in Miami and Nationwide
Bariendo is setting a new standard for medical weight loss in Miami and beyond. ESG is offered at Surgicare of Miramar—just 30 minutes from Miami and Fort Lauderdale airports—and in other major cities including Tampa, Jacksonville, New York, Washington D.C., and Dallas.
To learn more visit Bariendo.com.
(Individual results may vary and are influenced by factors, including adherence to post-procedure guidelines.