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    MediFind found 216 doctor with experience in Obesity in Children near Joliet, IL. Of these, 185 are Experienced, 29 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    216 providers found
      Kiranjit K. Deol
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Plainfield

      24508 W Village Ctr Dr, 
      Plainfield, IL 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kiranjit Deol is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Plainfield, Illinois. Dr. Deol is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Obesity in Children, and Obesity.

      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Endo-Med Clinic Sc

      3033 W Jefferson St, Suite 206, 
      Joliet, IL 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Wassim El is an Endocrinologist in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. El is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

      Surbhi Shah
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group

      181 Fernwood Dr, 
      Bolingbrook, IL 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi

      Surbhi Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Chronic Cough, and Venous Thromboembolism (VTE).

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      Munira Patel
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group

      181 Fernwood Dr, 
      Bolingbrook, IL 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Offers Telehealth

      Munira Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Ablation.

      Paul Chemello
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

      21160 S La Grange Rd, 
      Frankfort, IL 
       (12.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Paul Chemello is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Frankfort, Illinois. Dr. Chemello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, and Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH).

      Purvi D. Patel
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

      9550 W 167th St, 
      Orland Park, IL 
       (12.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Purvi Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Obesity in Children.

      David A. Olmstead
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

      9550 W 167th St, 
      Orland Park, IL 
       (12.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Olmstead is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Olmstead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Colonoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Neilesh K. Shah
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

      9550 W 167th St, Ste 100, 
      Orland Park, IL 
       (12.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Neilesh Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Schizencephaly, and Porencephaly.

      Joseph O. Chan
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

      9550 W 167th St, Ste 100, 
      Orland Park, IL 
       (12.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Chan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Bronchitis, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Suburban Healthcare Associates

      1421 Essington Road, 
      Joliet, IL 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sanjay Pethkar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Pethkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pethkar is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      300 N. Ottawa St., 
      Joliet, IL 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Tamil
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shanthi Gopi is a Pediatrics provider in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Gopi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Scarlet Fever, Herpangina, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Gopi is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      831 N Larkin Ave, 
      Joliet, IL 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sherahsan Niazi is a Pediatrics provider in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Niazi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, Croup, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Niazi is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine | Infectious Disease | General Practice
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine | Infectious Disease | General Practice
      2100 Glenwood Ave, 
      Joliet, IL 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Schubert is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Schubert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Schubert is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Northeast Endocrinology Consultants Inc

      2222 Weber Rd, 
      Crest Hill, IL 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Veena Nadkarni is an Endocrinologist in Crest Hill, Illinois. Dr. Nadkarni is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Diabetic Nephropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children.

      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Health Service Systems, Inc

      1890 Silver Cross Blvd, Suite 265, 
      New Lenox, IL 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      M Mulki is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Lenox, Illinois. Dr. Mulki is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Mulki is currently accepting new patients.

      Albert B. Poronsky
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      21202 Owens Rd Ste 201, 
      B, IL 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      41+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Albert Poronsky is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in B, Illinois. Dr. Poronsky has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Anemia, Lung Nodules, Thyroidectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

      Robert M. Sulo
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      21202 Owens Rd Ste 201, 
      B, IL 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Sulo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in B, Illinois. Dr. Sulo has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      1201 Eagle St, 
      Joliet, IL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rashida Downing is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Downing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      202 N Hammes Ave, Unit D, 
      Joliet, IL 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eileen Heffernan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Heffernan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Frequent or Urgent Urination. Dr. Heffernan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group LLC

      201 N Hammes Ave, 
      Joliet, IL 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian, Sinhala, Swahili
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Vipuli Jayesinghe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Jayesinghe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Sciatica, Bronchitis, and Scoliosis. Dr. Jayesinghe is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Joliet, IL?

      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 Joliet, IL?

      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 Joliet, IL?

      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 Joliet, IL?

      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 Joliet, IL?

      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 Joliet, IL?

      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 Joliet, IL?

      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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