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    MediFind found 215 doctor with experience in Obesity in Children near Kenner, LA. Of these, 199 are Experienced and 16 are Advanced.

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    215 providers found
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner 65 Plus - Lafreniere

      7060 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Yu received a Doctor of Medicine degree from Louisiana State University Health and Sciences Center in New Orleans, LA. She completed an internal medicine residency at Louisiana State University Health and Science Center as well. Dr. Yu 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), Osteomyelitis in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children

      Ochsner Health Center - Driftwood

      2120 Driftwood Blvd, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Rafael Cortes is a board certified Family Medicine physician. He provides primary medical care ranging from pediatric to adult patients, specializing in geriatric patients. Dr. Cortes is a graduate of the LSU Family Medicine Residency program where he served as Chief Resident. He also completed his fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at LSU. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from medical school at St. John the Baptist School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. Dr. Cortes is fluent in both English and Spanish. Dr. Cortes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

      Ochsner Health Center - Driftwood

      2120 Driftwood Blvd, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jayesh Madrecha is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Madrecha 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), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Madrecha is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ochsner Health Center - Driftwood

      2120 Driftwood Blvd, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Victoria Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner

      180 West Esplanade Ave, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Suneeta Ganji is an Endocrinologist in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Ganji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Graves Disease, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Hyperthyroidism. Dr. Ganji is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

      4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Klibert is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Klibert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

      4430 Veterans Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Swarna Rai is an Endocrinologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Rai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Thyroid Storm, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Rai is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

      4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jenna Jordan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Jordan 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), Hypothyroidism, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, and Reynolds Syndrome.

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

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

      4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Dantagnan received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine. Following this he completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Louisiana State University School of Medicine/Charity Hospital in New Orleans. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has been on staff at Ochsner since 2019. His expertise is in primary care and internal medicine. Dr. Dantagnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Office

      2120 Driftwood Blvd Fl 1, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Satya Potluri is an Endocrinologist in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Potluri 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), Hyperthyroidism, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Thyroid Storm.

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

      Miguel P. Rivera M.D. A.P.M.C.

      3939 Houma Blvd Ste 216, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Miguel Rivera is an Endocrinologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Rivera is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, Testicular Failure, and Gastrostomy.

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

      Escipion Pedroza

      4213 Saxon St Ste 200, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Escipion Pedroza is an Endocrinologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Pedroza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, and Hypothyroidism.

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

      Diabetes & Metabolism Assoc. Aanc

      3901 Houma Blvd Ste 103, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Murray is an Endocrinologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Murray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Obesity in Children.

      Richard E. Bridges
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      East Jefferson Physicians Group LLC

      4228 Houma Blvd, Suite 200, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Bridges is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Bridges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Bridges is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      William Richardson is a General Surgeon in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Richardson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Amanda Fontenot is a primary care provider, practicing in General Surgeon in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Fontenot is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Fontenot is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jared Dendy is an Endocrinologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Dendy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, and Papillary Thyroid Cancer. Dr. Dendy is currently accepting new patients.

      Susan L. Karam
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (6.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Susan Karam is an Endocrinologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Karam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Dr. Karam is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Baptist Napoleon Medical Plaza

      2820 Napoleon Ave, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mary Hoang is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hoang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Hoang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Pediatrics | Public Health and Preventive Medicine | Emergency Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Pediatrics | Public Health and Preventive Medicine | Emergency Medicine
      3100 Williams Blvd, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Vennus Ballen is a Pediatrics specialist and a Public Health and Preventive Medicine provider in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Ballen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children and Diarrhea. Dr. Ballen 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 Kenner, LA?

      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 Kenner, LA?

      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 Kenner, LA?

      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 Kenner, LA?

      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 Kenner, LA?

      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 Kenner, LA?

      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 Kenner, LA?

      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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