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    MediFind found 141 doctor with experience in Obesity in Children near Jackson, MS. Of these, 103 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    141 providers found
      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology
      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      Endocrinology

      Office

      1200 N State St Ste 500, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rebecca Pace is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Pace is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Obesity in Children, Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

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

      Diabetes And Endocrine Center Of MS

      971 Lakeland Dr Ste 450, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amanda Schiefer is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Schiefer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Hyperparathyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

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

      Office

      1200 N State St Ste 500, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jana Phillips is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperparathyroidism, and Hypothyroidism.

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      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

      Lakeland Surgical Clinic PLLC

      971 Lakeland Dr, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      David Carroll is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Carroll is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Carroll is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Diabetes And Endocrine Center Of MS

      971 Lakeland Dr Ste 450, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Raymond Grenfell is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Grenfell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, Thyroid Storm, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

      Diabetes And Endocrine Center Of MS

      971 Lakeland Dr Ste 450, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ben Seale is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Seale is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Thyroid Nodule, Obesity in Children, and Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia.

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

      Diabetes And Endocrine Center Of MS

      971 Lakeland Dr Ste 450, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Vanessa Sandifer is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Sandifer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Hypothalamic Tumor.

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

      Diabetes And Endocrine Center Of MS

      971 Lakeland Dr Ste 450, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeremy Taylor is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Thyroid Storm, and Thyroid Nodule.

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

      Diabetes And Endocrine Center Of MS

      971 Lakeland Dr Ste 450, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Evans is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Evans is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Cushing's disease.

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

      Office

      2610 Courthouse Cir, 
      Flowood, MS 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Wayne Woo is an Endocrinologist in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Woo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia, and Hashimoto Thyroiditis.

      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Distinguished in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine

      Baptist Medical Group-Clinton Primary Care

      106 Clinton Pkwy, 
      Clinton, MS 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Montgomery is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clinton, Mississippi. Dr. Montgomery is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

      Office

      1151 N State St Ste 601, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Raymond Grenfell is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Grenfell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma, and Papillary Thyroid Cancer.

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

      Office

      1200 N State St Ste 500, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Adrienne Maier is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Maier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Diabetic Nephropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hyperparathyroidism.

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

      University Pathology Associates PLLC

      2500 N State St, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Vishnu Garla is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Garla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hyperparathyroidism, Triple A Syndrome, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

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

      University Pathology Associates PLLC

      2500 N State St, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Licy Yanes is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Yanes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Ovarian Overproduction of Androgens, Hyperthyroidism, Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

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

      University Pathology Associates PLLC

      2500 N State St, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Virginia Wright is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Wright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Thyroid Storm, Hypercalcemia, and Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1.

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

      Diabetes And Endocrine Center Of MS

      971 Lakeland Dr Ste 450, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Knight is an Endocrinologist in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Knight has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Progeria, Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch Syndrome, and Werner Syndrome.

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

      Medical Foundation Of Central MS

      501 Marshall St Ste 500, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Erin Cummins is a General Surgeon in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Cummins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Obesity, Lymphadenectomy, and Colostomy.

      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      2500 N State St, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sarah Alvarez is a Pediatrics provider in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Alvarez 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, Increased Head Circumference, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Alvarez is currently accepting new patients.

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

      St. Dominic Medical Associates LLC

      969 Lakeland Dr, 
      Jackson, MS 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Samuel Love is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Love is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Bone Graft. Dr. Love is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      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 Jackson, MS?

      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 Jackson, MS?

      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 Jackson, MS?

      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 Jackson, MS?

      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 Jackson, MS?

      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 Jackson, MS?

      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 Jackson, MS?

      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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