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    MediFind found 36 doctor with experience in Obesity in Children near Sumter, SC. Of these, 28 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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    36 providers found
      Advanced in Obesity in Children
      Advanced in Obesity in Children

      Tandem Health Sc

      319 N Main St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Catherine Schaefer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Schaefer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Obesity in Children, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Migraine. Dr. Schaefer is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      325 Broad St, Suite 100, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jason Leonard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Leonard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma. Dr. Leonard is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      325 Broad St, Suite 100, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Winston Morris is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Morris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Vitamin D Deficiency, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Morris is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      325 Broad St, Suite 100, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Mahr is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Mahr 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), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Mahr is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      674 W Liberty St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      David Whaley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Whaley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Whaley is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      674 W Liberty St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Lucas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Lucas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Folate-Deficiency Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Lucas is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      674 W Liberty St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Cody Becksvoort is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Becksvoort is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Viral Pharyngitis, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Becksvoort is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Colonial Family Practice LLC

      308 W Mark Blvd, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ike Stewart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Prisma Health Medical Group-Midlands

      115 N Sumter St, Suite 300, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Cynthia Reese is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Reese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Sitosterolemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Reese is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      115 N Sumter St, Suite 115, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ansel Mcfaddin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Mcfaddin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

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

      Prisma Health Medical Group-Midlands

      115 N Sumter St, Suite 315, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jodi Belinski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Belinski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Belinski is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Tandem Health Sc

      319 N Main St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Pate is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Pate 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 Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Pate is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Internal Medicine
      325 W Liberty St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Ugochukwu Okereke is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Okereke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Renal Vein Thrombosis, Necrosis, Aortic Dissection, and Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta. Dr. Okereke is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      237 Church St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Melissa Arscott is a Pediatrics provider in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Arscott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Scarlet Fever, Croup, Delayed Growth, and Viral Gastroenteritis. Dr. Arscott is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      237 Church St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Durant is a Pediatrics provider in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Durant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Rotor Syndrome, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Durant is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      237 Church St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jason Grier is a Pediatrics provider in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Grier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Rotor Syndrome, Asthma in Children, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Grier is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      237 Church St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean
      Accepting New Patients

      Michele Easler is a Pediatrics provider in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Easler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Rotor Syndrome, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Dr. Easler is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      237 Church St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      John Mitchiner is a Pediatrics provider in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Mitchiner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Rotor Syndrome, Scarlet Fever, and Viral Gastroenteritis. Dr. Mitchiner is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      237 Church St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John James is a Pediatrics provider in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. James is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Scarlet Fever, Croup, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Rotor Syndrome. Dr. James is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity in Children
      Family Medicine
      240 Church St, 
      Sumter, SC 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Edward Dubose is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Dubose is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Dubose 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 Sumter, SC?

      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 Sumter, SC?

      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 Sumter, SC?

      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 Sumter, SC?

      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 Sumter, SC?

      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 Sumter, SC?

      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 Sumter, SC?

      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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