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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 226 doctor with experience in Obesity in Children near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 209 are Experienced and 17 are Advanced.

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    226 providers found
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      1415 Tulane Ave, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Menal Jham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Jham 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, Food Allergy, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology | Emergency Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology | Emergency Medicine

      Administrators Of The Tulane Educational Fund

      1415 Tulane Ave, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Vivian Fonseca is an Endocrinologist and an Emergency Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Fonseca 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), Low Blood Sugar, Diabetic Neuropathy, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

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

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      2820 Napoleon Ave, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.9 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.

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      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Pediatric Endocrinology
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Pediatric Endocrinology
      Children's Hospital - Endocrinology, 200 Henry Clay Avenue, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stuart Chalew is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Chalew 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), Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Low Blood Sugar.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      200 Henry Clay Ave, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Meghan Benak is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Benak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Croup, Stork Bite, and Vascular Birthmark. Dr. Benak is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      1111 Medical Center Blvd, N208, 
      Marrero, LA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Haydel is a Pediatrics provider in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Haydel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU), Croup, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Haydel is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children

      New Orleans Physician Services Inc

      1101 Medical Ctr Blvd, 
      Marrero, LA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Marideli Scanlan is an Endocrinologist in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Scanlan 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, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (4.3 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 Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

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

      Amanda Fontenot is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine 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 Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Nodule, Thyroid Storm, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma, and Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.

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

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      1111 Medical Ctr Blvd, 
      Marrero, LA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tilak Mallik is an Endocrinologist in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Mallik 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), Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity in Children, and Osteoporosis.

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

      Diabetes And Metabolism Assoc Aanc

      1111 Medical Ctr Blvd, Suite N507, 
      Marrero, LA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tuanhuy Tran is an Endocrinologist in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Tran 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), Diabetic Neuropathy, Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery
      124 Hollywood Dr, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dinh Le is a General Surgeon in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Le is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hyperaldosteronism, and Familial Hyperaldosteronism.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      1100 Poydras St, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Henry Peltier is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Peltier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Delayed Growth, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Diarrhea. Dr. Peltier is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      1100 Poydras St, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kenneth Cruse is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Cruse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Viral Gastroenteritis, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Cruse is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      1400 Poydras St, Ambulatory Dept 3rd Floor, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lydia Melendez is an Endocrinologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Melendez 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), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Pheochromocytoma, and Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children

      American Current Care PA

      318 Baronne St, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Antoinette Harvey-Fields is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Harvey-Fields is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      1430 Tulane Ave # 8050, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Adebamike Oshunbade is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Oshunbade is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Cerebellar Degeneration, High Cholesterol, and Urinary Incontinence.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

      Administrators Of The Tulane Educational Fund

      1415 Tulane Ave, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shauna Levy is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Levy has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Appendicitis, Obesity in Children, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Levy is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, 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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