Prof. Dr. Farid Rafiyev, a research-active surgeon with 21 scientific articles and a patent, performs this ESG. The package at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku is priced at about $3,500. This covers the procedure, 2 days of hospital stay, consultations with a bariatric surgeon and dietitian, plus pre-operative tests. The clinic, part of the Liv Hospital Group, arranges free airport transfers and interpreter service for a single 5–7 day visit.
How Much Does Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) Cost in Azerbaijan?
| Azerbaijan | Turkey | The USA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) | from $3,500 | from $5,400 | ≈ $9,000 |
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- Gastric bypass - from $4,000This operation helps lose weight by altering your stomach and small intestine"s processing of the food you eat.
- Gastric balloon - from $2,900This therapy involves placing a balloon in your stomach, aiding weight loss by limiting food intake and reducing hunger.
- Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) - from $3,500This operation reduces stomach size through sutures, promoting weight loss without surgical invasion, offering rapid recovery benefits.
Day 1 - Arrival
- Arrive in the country.
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel.
- Rest and acclimatize to the new environment.
Day 2 - Pre-operation
- Consultation with a bariatric surgeon.
- Undergo necessary medical tests like blood tests and ECG.
- Discuss the process and risks of Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG).
Day 3 - Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)
- Admission to hospital.
- Preparation for surgery (fasting, anesthesia).
- Procedure takes about 1-2 hours under general anesthesia.
- Short recovery period in the clinic.
Day 4 - Post-operation
- Observation and monitoring in the clinic.
- Manage pain with medication if needed.
- Start liquid diet under a nutritionist"s guidance.
Day 5 - 7
- Gradual transition to soft foods.
- Discharge from the hospital and transfer to the hotel.
- Rest and recovery at the hotel.
Week 1 - 2
- Continue with the soft diet.
- Start gentle physical activities like walking.
Week 3 - 6
- Transition to a regular diet under a nutritionist"s guidance.
- Gradual return to normal activities.
Week 7 onwards
- Return to work and normal physical activities.
- Follow-up consultation with the surgeon.
Please note, each patient"s case can be different and the timeline may vary based on individual recovery rates and the surgeon"s advice.
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- Clinic deposit: Pay a set percentage in advance.
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Farid Rafiyev
Dr. Farid Rafiyev is a gastrointestinal and general surgeon at Liv Bona Dea Hospital Baku. He holds the International Mini Gastric Bypass Surgeon of Excellence Bronze Certification. Dr. Rafiyev specializes in laparoscopic surgery and weight loss procedures. He has authored over 20 scientific articles and holds a medical invention patent.
- Member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
- Certified Expert of Laparoscopic Surgery by the renowned Dr. Ernest Kraas.
- Completed surgical training in Berlin, Strasbourg, and Clermont-Ferrand.
- Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility with a Bariatric Center of Excellence.
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Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)
A minimally invasive weight loss procedure that reduces the stomach size using an endoscopic suturing device.



















