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    MediFind found 81 doctor with experience in Obesity in Children near Newnan, GA. Of these, 51 are Experienced and 30 are Advanced.

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      Cecil F. Bennett
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Newnan Family Medicine Associates

      51 Hospital Road, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Cecil Bennett is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Bennett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Bennett is currently accepting new patients.

      Fred A. Tega
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Pediatrics
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Pediatrics

      PrimeCare Pediatrics, LLC

      15A Baynard Park, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Fred Tega is a Pediatrics provider in Newnan, Georgia. Dr. Tega is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Tega is currently accepting new patients.

      Joseph H. Morris
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists CPM

      775 Poplar Rd, Ste 260, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Henry Morris, III, M.D. is a board-certified General Surgeon by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Morris completed a fellowship in advanced laparoscopic surgery. He performs all types of general surgery procedures and specializes in robotic hernia repairs, laparoscopic gall bladder surgery, anti-reflux surgery, colon surgery.In his spare time, Joseph enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, golf, grilling out, and watching football games. Dr. Morris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

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      Frank S. Powell
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery

      Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists CPM

      775 Poplar Rd, Ste 260, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Frank Powell, MD, is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has performed breast and general surgery in Newnan, Georgia, for the last 30 years. He is a 6th generation physician practicing in Coweta County and treats all types of abdominal wall hernias, gastrointestinal tract disorders, and gallbladder diseases. He did research at the Swiss Red Cross in Bern, Switzerland in overwhelming bacterial infections. Over the last 15 years, he has taken a particular interest in breast cancer, including high-risk patients, although he has taken care of breast cancer throughout his entire career. He played an instrumental role in establishing the Newnan Breast Center and the Piedmont Newnan Hospital Combined Breast Clinic.In addition, he enjoys hunting and spending time on the lake with his family in his spare time. Dr. Powell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Karen T. Hacker
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At White Oak

      1825 Highway 34 East, Suite 3000, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Hacker graduated cum laude from Vanderbilt University and earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine. She completed her residency as chief resident in family medicine at the University of South Florida 's Halifax Medical Center . Prior to joining the Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Hacker worked at White Oak Family Practice of Newnan. Dr. Hacker has received many medical awards, including the Blaxall Award for outstanding dedication to acquiring the art and science of medicine and the Treloar Award for excellence in Women's Health. Dr. Hacker is board certified in family practice and is an active member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Family Practice and the Medical Association of Georgia. Dr. Hacker treats patients of all ages. Among her many interests in medicine, she takes special interest in women's health, preventative care, adolescent and children's health, diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. She values an open line of communication with patients in order to provide patients with high quality care through personalized patient treatment and education. Dr. Hacker focuses on treating the whole person, promoting a healthy lifestyle and building a strong patient-physician relationship. Dr. Hacker has been recognized as one of America's Top Family Doctors in 2008 and 2009 by the Consumer's Research Council of America, with criteria for this award including experience, training, professional associations and quality care to patients. She also received the honor of Who's Who Among Executives and Professional Women in 2009. In her free time, Dr. Hacker spends time with her husband and two sons. She enjoys outdoor activities and traveling. She is a native of Fayette County and enjoys working back in her hometown area. Dr. Hacker is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Hacker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

      Marie J. Cauvin
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Premier Medical

      110 Oak Hill Boulevard, Suite 200, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Creole, French
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Judith Cauvin, M.D. earned her bachelor's degree in chemistry from Florida International University in Miami, Florida. Shereceivedher medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine and completed her residency in family medicine at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Cauvin served as the associate medical director of the North Miami Medical Center, Rosie Lee. Dr. Cauvin is board certified in family medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice. She is fluent in French, Creole and Spanish. Dr. Cauvin welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Cauvin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

      Charles C. Farmer
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology | Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology | Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Endocrinology Newnan

      2301 Newnan Crossing Boulevard East, Suite 210, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Charlie Farmer, MD, earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine, completing his residency at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center and fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Georgia and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology. Dr. Farmer has been practicing medicine for 8 years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Farmer practiced in Marietta, GA, followed by Birmingham, AL. Dr. Farmer specializes in Diabetes and Thyroid disorders. Dr. Farmer has a special interest in Type 1 Diabetes.In his spare time, Dr. Farmer enjoys spending time with family. He enjoys Georgia football and playing basketball and tennis.Dr. Farmer is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Farmer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Low Blood Sugar, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Thyroid Storm, and Hypothyroidism.

      Christine Long
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At White Oak

      1825 Highway 34 East, Suite 3000, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Long earned her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and is board certified in internal medicine. She completed her internship with Emory University and her residency with the Georgia Baptist Internal Medicine Residency Program where she earned the Outstanding Resident Award. Dr. Long has practiced in Fayette County since 1995 and sees patients ages 16 and older.Dr. Long is dedicated to partnering with patients to help patients live a long, healthy life. Among her many interests in internal medicine, she has a special interest in preventive health care, including initiation of pap smear screening and birth control counseling for young women.Dr. Long lives in Peachtree City with her two sons. In her down time, she enjoys Pilates, dancing and reading. Dr. Long is available for appointments and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Long is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

      Kimberly A. Edwards
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Premier Medical

      110 Oak Hill Boulevard, Suite 200, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Edwards-Hall earned her undergraduate and medical degree from Howard University in Washington D.C. She completed her residency at Emory University where she later served as an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine. Dr. Edwards-Hall has practiced medicine in Atlanta for over 18 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at Newnan, she practiced at QTC Medical, Concourse Health Center, Comprehensive Medical Associates, the Emory Clinic, and Kaiser Permanente all in the Atlanta area. She is board-certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Edwards-Hall is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

      Fatima A. Dalwai
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Primary Care At Arbor Springs

      9 Arbor Springs Ter, Ste 500, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Marathi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Dalwai graduated with her medical degree from D.Y. Patil Medical College in India. She completed her internship at CPR Hospital in India and her residency at Montgomery Hospital in Norristown, PA. She is board-certified in family practice. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Dalwai practiced at Premier Medical Group of Coweta in Newnan, Georgia and Wilson Community Health Center in Wilson, North Carolina. She has a special interest in gynecologic procedures. When treating patients, she believes it is important to address both the mental and physical needs of the patient because taking care of patients as a whole leads to better health.In her spare time, Dr. Dalwai enjoys cooking and spending time with her two sons.Dr. Dalwai is currently accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Dalwai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Matthew B. Roberts
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At White Oak

      1825 Highway 34 East, Suite 3000, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Roberts is a board certified family practice physician who earned his bachelors degree from the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York, and his medical degree from William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He completed his residency at East Mississippi Rural Family Medicine Residency in Meridian, Mississippi. Before medical school he served as a deck officer on cargo ships, sailing the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, and the Mediterranean Sea, and as a towboat pilot on the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers.Dr. Roberts grew up in Fayette County, attended public schools, and graduated from McIntosh High School. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at White Oak he was with First Georgia Physicians Group in Fayetteville.Dr. Roberts has a love of the outdoors and wildlife, and is a member of several conservation groups. His wife and he are active in shelter dog rescue and foster programs, and have fostered many dogs over the last several years. Two of his three dogs are rescues as well. He also enjoys cooking, collecting antique rifles, adding to his record collection, and reading poetry and history books. What he most enjoys, though, is spending time with his family - either traveling the U.S., to Europe, or just playing outside in the evening with his three children.Dr. Roberts likes engaging with patients of all age groups, and has a particular focus on chronic diseases, evidence based preventative screenings, mens' health, children and adolescents, and even enjoys doing minor office surgeries. He feels patients do the best when they work with their doctor as a team to make educated decisions about their own health. Dr. Roberts is accepting new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Maria A. Goyco
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Premier Medical

      110 Oak Hill Boulevard, Suite 200, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Maria Goyco, M.D. received her undergraduate degree in chemistry from the University of Puerto Rico and her medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. She completed her residency training in family medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Goyco, who is bilingual in Spanish and English, has been in practice for 15 years in the metro Atlanta area. She is board certified in family medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Goyco's special interests include preventative medicine and women's care. When she is not working, Dr. Goyco enjoys running, cycling and playing tennis. Dr. Goyco welcomes new patients and accepts mostinsurance plans. Dr. Goyco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypopituitarism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Evangelos J. Moraitis
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Newnan Professional Center

      2401 Newnan Crossing Boulevard East, Suite 200, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Evangelos J. Moraitis, MD, earned his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He completed his internal medicine internship and residency at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Dr. Moraitis is board certified in internal medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Moraitis was in practice at the PAPP Clinic. His special interests include diabetes and high blood pressure. Dr. Moraitis is an active member of the American College of Physicians.In his spare time, Dr. Moraitis enjoys painting, biking, tennis and golf.Dr. Moraitis is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Moraitis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Erika Martinez
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Newnan Professional Center

      2401 Newnan Crossing Boulevard East, Suite 200, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Erika Martinez-Uribe, M.D., earned her undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Georgia where she was named an Amazing Student. She earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed her internal medicine residency with the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.Dr. Martinez-Uribe is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians. Her special interests include hypertension and diabetes. Dr. Martinez-Uribe is fluent in English and Spanish.In her spare time, Dr. Martinez-Uribe enjoys cooking diverse cuisine, traveling with family and friends, painting, yoga and collecting succulent plants for her garden. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Infant Hyperglycemia, and Hypertension.

      Vanessa G. Ruiz
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Piedmont Physicians Endocrinology Newnan

      2301 Newnan Crossing Boulevard East, Suite 210, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Vanessa Ruiz, M.D. earned her medical degree from Saba School of Medicine and completed her residency at State University of New York Upstate Medical University. She received her undergraduate degree in Health Science and Kinesiology from York University, Toronto, Canada and is board certified in American Board of Internal Medicine.Prior to joining, she was a Medical Director of the Diabetes Program at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, New York. She specializes in Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism and Internal Medicine. Dr. Ruiz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, and Thyroid Storm.

      Juliana M. Ortiz
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Pediatrics | Endocrinology
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Pediatrics | Endocrinology

      Piedmont Physicians Endocrinology Newnan

      2301 Newnan Crossing Boulevard East, Suite 210, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Juliana Vera Ortiz, M.D. is a board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist. She is an active member of the Pediatric Endocrine Society, the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Vera Ortiz has extensive experience in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of pediatric endocrine conditions, including diabetes mellitus, growth disorders and thyroid dysfunction. She is deeply committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to children facing a wide range of endocrine and metabolic disorders.In his spare time, Dr. Vera Ortiz enjoys traveling with her family.Dr. Vera Ortiz is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ortiz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Precocious Puberty.

      Jian L. Pang
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Pang Endocrinology

      2959 Sharpsburg McCollum Road, Suite 103, 
      Newnan, GA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jian Pang, M.D., earned her medical degree from Peking University Health Science Center in Beijing, China. She went on to do her internal medicine residency at Beijing Anzhen Hospital and Saint Mary's Hospital, a Yale University affiliate. Dr. Pang continued with fellowship training for endocrinology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. She is board certified in internal medicine and endocrinology.Dr. Pang spent six years as a research associate at Brigham and Women's Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, and worked as clinical faculty at Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College. She has a special interest in thyroid diseases and has done scientific research in calcium metabolism and bone health at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Pang is a member of the Endocrine Society, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association.In her spare time, Dr. Pang enjoys worldwide travel, medical teaching, working out, cooking and painting. Dr. Pang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Obesity, Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, and Osteotomy.

      Mary Lane
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine | Bariatric Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine | Bariatric Medicine

      Piedmont Primary Care At Fischer Marketplace

      105 Fischer Marketplace Ln, Ste 100, 
      Sharpsburg, GA 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mary Lane, M.D., obtained a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry from Georgia Institute of Technology. She received a medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Ga. Dr. Lane completed a residency in internal medicine at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Lane practiced at the MetroHealth Beachwood Health Center and served as an assistant professor at Case Western Reserve University School for Medicine. She is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians. In her spare time, Dr. Lane enjoys hiking, running, and spending time with her family. Dr. Lane welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Lane is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

      Jamison R. Roberts
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children

      Piedmont Physicians Pediatrics At Fischer Marketplace

      105 Fischer Marketplace Ln, Ste 200, 
      Sharpsburg, GA 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jamison Roberts, M.D. earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his pediatric residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Roberts is board certified in pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Dr. Roberts has been practicing in Newnan for over 20 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Roberts was in practice at the PAPP Clinic and Newnan Pediatrics. In his spare time, Dr. Roberts enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and attending church. Dr. Roberts welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Obesity in Children, Jaundice, and Herpangina.

      Michelle H. Payne
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children

      Piedmont Physicians Pediatrics At Fischer Marketplace

      105 Fischer Marketplace Ln, Ste 200, 
      Sharpsburg, GA 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Payne earned her medical degree from Mercer University and completed her residency at East Tennessee State University. She received her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Berry College and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics.Dr. Payne has a special interest in children in the foster care system. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at Thomas Crossroads Dr. Payne was with East Tennessee Status University Pediatrics.In her spare time, Dr. Payne enjoys spending time with her family of 3 young kids, baking and running. She also enjoys all things related to home renovation and design. Dr. Payne is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Payne is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, Jaundice, and Croup.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Obesity in Children?

      Obesity in children means having a weight that is higher than what is healthy for a child's height. Obesity is a serious, chronic condition. Over time, it can lead to other health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers.

      When should I see an Obesity in Children doctor near Newnan, GA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Obesity in Children doctor near Newnan, GA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Obesity in Children doctors near Newnan, GA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Obesity in Children doctors near Newnan, GA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Obesity in Children doctor near Newnan, GA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Obesity in Children doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Obesity in Children doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Obesity in Children doctor near Newnan, GA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Obesity in Children doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Obesity in Children doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Obesity in Children doctors near Newnan, GA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Obesity in Children doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Obesity in Children doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Obesity in Children doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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