The 20 Best Obesity in Children Doctors Near Me in Ponce, PR

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Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 238 doctor with experience in Obesity in Children near Ponce, PR. Of these, 227 are Experienced and 11 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice
    Guaynabo, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luis Rodriguez is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Incontinence, Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, High Cholesterol, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Aibonito, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ricardo Quiles-Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Aibonito, Puerto Rico. Dr. Quiles-Lopez 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 Hypertensive Heart Disease, Breast Infection, Enlarged Liver, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Experienced in Obesity in Children

    Hospital General De Castaner Inc

    Castaner, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Rivera-Toledo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Castaner, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rivera-Toledo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH).

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    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Experienced in Obesity in Children

    Hospital General De Castaner Inc

    Castaner, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yalisse Rodriguez-Torres is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Castaner, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rodriguez-Torres 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 Breast Infection, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice

    Salud Integral En La Montana Inc

    Carr Pr, 891 Esquina Carr Pr 159, 
    Corozal, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Betty Rodriguez is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Corozal, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Enlarged Liver, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice
    69 Ave Univ Interamericana, 
    San German, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaime Rivera is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in San German, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rivera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Mayaguez, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlos Del Valle Balaguer is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. Dr. Del Valle Balaguer 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 Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Endocrinology
    Referral required

    Camuy Health Services, Inc.

    63 Ave Munoz Rivera E, 
    Camuy, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ana Lugaro is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Camuy, Puerto Rico. Dr. Lugaro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Subacute Thyroiditis.

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Pediatrics | General Practice
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Pediatrics | General Practice
    Referral may be required
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darrelle Villarini-Cordova is a primary care provider, a Pediatrics specialist and a General Practice provider in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Villarini-Cordova is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dengue Fever, Arbovirosis, Low Blood Sugar, and Tinea Versicolor.

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Referral may be required
    Trujillo Alto, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Pardo is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Trujillo Alto, Puerto Rico. Dr. Pardo is rated as an Advanced 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 in Children, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Asthma in Children, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Referral may be required
    2020 Ave Borinquen, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grissel Munoz-Vargas is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Munoz-Vargas is rated as an Advanced 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 in Children, Increased Head Circumference, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Referral may be required
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yanira Hernandez is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Hernandez is rated as an Advanced 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 in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, Asthma in Children, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Family Medicine | General Practice
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Family Medicine | General Practice
    149 Calle Estacion, Hacienda Primavera, 
    Cidra, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Guillermo Martinez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Cidra, Puerto Rico. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children.

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Family Medicine

    Hpm Foundation Inc

    2020 Ave Borinquen, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miguel Rivera is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rivera is rated as an Advanced 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 Obesity in Children, Obesity, High Cholesterol, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice

    Camuy Health Services, Inc.

    63 Ave Munoz Rivera E, 
    Camuy, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ivette Perez is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Camuy, Puerto Rico. Dr. Perez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    General Practice
    Ciales, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vanessa Rios is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Ciales, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rios is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Chronic Pain.

    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Advanced in Obesity in Children
    Referral required
    Ave Ponce De Leon, Hosp Auxilio Mutuo Clinicas Externas Suite, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Monica Santiago-Nunez is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Santiago-Nunez is rated as an Advanced 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 Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Referral required
    Y26 Ave Luis Munoz Marin, 
    Caguas, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edna Melendez-Reyes is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Caguas, Puerto Rico. Dr. Melendez-Reyes 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 Diabetic Nephropathy, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

    Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Services Inc

    Bayamon, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Altagracia Alcantara-Gonzalez is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. Dr. Alcantara-Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Hypothalamic Tumor, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity in Children
    Endocrinology
    Referral required
    716 Ave Ponce De Leon, Suite 203, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mirlia Polanco is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Polanco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    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 Ponce, PR?

    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 Ponce, PR?

    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 Ponce, PR?

    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 Ponce, PR?

    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 Ponce, PR?

    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 Ponce, PR?

    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 Ponce, PR?

    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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