Houston
Bariendo, the nation’s largest provider of endoscopic weight loss solutions, offers Houston patients ESG Stomach Tightening® (endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty), gastric balloon, and more non-surgical treatments — performed by nationally recognized bariatric endoscopists. All treatments are carried out at the physician-owned, Joint-Commission–accredited Texas International Endoscopy Center, conveniently located next to Rice University and the Texas Medical Center — just 15 minutes from Downtown and 30 minutes from Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
- Address
- Texas International Endoscopy Center
6620 Main St, Suite 1500
Houston, TX 77030 - Telephone
- (888) 211-8385
- [email protected]

Your time matters: Easy telehealth consultations & follow-ups
Virtual care is more convenient. All consultations, including your first, are virtual at Bariendo. (No walk-ins) Complete your blood work at a nearby Labcorp. Then, come in person once for the procedure, followed by year-long virtual follow-up support to maximize your success.
Weight loss services
At Bariendo Houston, we offer a comprehensive range of non-surgical weight loss procedures, along with GLP-1 medications.
Providers
Bariendo’s physicians undergo rigorous training under the direct mentorship of the inventor of ESG Stomach Tightening®, ensuring exceptional expertise.
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Dr. Julien Fahed
Bariendo Houston Director
Board-certified bariatric endoscopist pioneering Houston’s leading incision-free weight-loss program
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Dr. Christopher C. Thompson
Inventor of ESG Stomach Tightening
Professor, Harvard Medical School

Partner hotel
Bariendo patients receive a special discount at Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District, conveniently located next to Texas International Endoscopy Center, our procedure location.
- Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
6580 Fannin Street, 1730 Dryden Rd, Houston, TX 77030
Frequently asked questions
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To get an endoscopic weight loss procedure at this location, please schedule a virtual consultation with one of our nurse practitioners or physician assistants to determine your eligibility. We don't accept walk-ins. Learn more about the entire patient journey.
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To be eligible for one of our endoscopic weight loss procedures (such as endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, gastric balloon, or revision of prior bariatric surgery), you must have a BMI over 30, or a BMI between 27 and 29.9 with conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, or fatty liver disease. For an endoscopic revision of prior bariatric surgery, you must have had a gastric bypass or gastric sleeve surgery.
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An endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) procedure costs $12,995, which includes 12 virtual visits with your Bariendo healthcare team. Financing options are available. Learn more about our pricing and financing options.
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A gastric balloon procedure costs $7,495, which includes balloon removal at 6 months and 10 virtual visits with your Bariendo healthcare team. Financing options are available. Learn more about our pricing and financing options.
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Unfortunately, insurance does not cover endoscopic weight loss procedures yet. However, we offer several financing options. Learn more about our pricing and financing options.