The 20 Best Obesity in Children Doctors Near Me in Mount Vernon, IL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Obesity in Children near Mount Vernon, IL. Of these, 13 are Experienced.

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

    SSM Health Medical Group

    4103 S. Water Tower Place, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nelson Wong is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Wong is board certified in Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation, American Board Of Family Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.

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

    SSM Health Medical Group

    602 S. 42nd St., Suite B, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sudeep Nair is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Nair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, Coronary Heart Disease, Lung Metastases, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Nair is board certified in US Department Of Justice, Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , and American Board Of Internal Medicine . Dr. Nair is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Weight Management Services

    5 Good Samaritan Way, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erica Ibendahl is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Ibendahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ibendahl is board certified in Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation, American Board Of Surgery , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Ibendahl is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Experienced in Obesity in Children

    Crossroads Physician Corp

    1 Doctors Park Rd Ste C, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Modert is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Modert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine, Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Modert is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Heartland Occupational Medicine Physicians Of Illinois S C.

    4117 S Water Tower Pl Ste D, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Neal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Otitis, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Neal is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4225 Lincolnshire Dr # A, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Deloso is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Deloso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Family Medicine
    1 Doctors Park Road, Suite C, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sara Modert is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Modert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Modert is board certified in US Department Of Justice, Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , and American Board Of Family Medicine . Dr. Modert is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    2920 Veterans Memorial Dr, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Suzanne Burge is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Burge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Burge is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Deaconess Illinois Crossroads

    8 Doctors Park Rd, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients

    Cesar Yu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Deaconess Illinois Crossroads

    8 Doctors Park Rd, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Riley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Riley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Riley is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    4101 N Water Tower Pl, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Megan Neely is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Neely is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

    Good Samaritan Regional Health Center

    1 Good Samaritan Way, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linden Pearson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Pearson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Referral required

    Office

    2 Good Samaritan Way, 
    Mount Vernon, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emir Safak-Guven is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Safak-Guven is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Storm, Hyperthyroidism, Graves Disease, and Thyroid Nodule. Dr. Safak-Guven is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon, 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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