The 20 Best Obesity in Children Doctors in Texas, US

Fida Bacha is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bacha is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Malnutrition.

Paul Anthony is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Plano, Texas. Dr. Anthony is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, Sitosterolemia, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

Dr. Rebekah Mulligan is board-certified in both internal medicine and geriatric medicine with areas of special focus on disease prevention, geriatric medicine and chronic disease management. Dr. Mulligan is passionate about patient-centered care. Dr. Mulligan treats only new patients age 60 and older. Dr. Mulligan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, Thymectomy, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

Alan Kaye is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Kaye is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Dr. Michael Lee is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABS), a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS) with the highest credentials in order to practice the highest level of bariatric surgery and revisional bariatric surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston before going on to complete his general surgery residency training at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Dr. Lee is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive metabolic and bariatric surgery from the renowned Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.Upon completion of his training, Dr. Lee was recruited as Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery and the Director of the Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas from 2012-2015 before entering private practice.Dr. Lee specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery including revisional surgery as well as a minimally invasive general surgery. He has presented at the national level and published in peer-reviewed journals on topics ranging from robotic-assisted bariatric surgery, advanced laparoscopic surgical techniques, and reducing risk in bariatric surgery. His professional society memberships include the (ACS) American College of Surgeons, (SAGES) Society of American GI and Endoscopic Surgeons, and the (ASMBS) American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. In his free time, Dr. Lee trains for long distance triathlons and hopes to inspire and motivate his patients promoting physical activity and ethical eating. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Sarah Barlow is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Barlow is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Obesity, Delayed Growth, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

Adriana Gonzalez, MD is an experienced physician specializing in Endocrine, Diabetes and Metabolism in Houston TX. She has been practicing medicine for several years and has a strong commitment to evidence-based practices and patient-centered care, ensuring her treatment recommendations are grounded in the latest research and clinical guidelines. She believes in a team approach to medical care, emphasizing collaboration among healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and effective treatment for patients.A native Texan, Dr. Gonzalez received her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. She completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston. Her endocrine fellowship training included one year at the University of Texas Southwestern Dallas and a second year at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.After completing her fellowship in 2018, Dr. Gonzalez worked as a Clinical Endocrinologist for the Emory Healthcare system. She later served as the Wellness Director and an instructor of medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. In August 2023, Adriana Gonzalez, M.D. began seeing patients at Medical Clinic of Houston. LLP.Dr. Gonzalez is an active member of the Endocrine Society and a member of the Texas Medical Association. She has received many honors and prizes to include Outstanding Achievement in Patient Care from the University of Texas Southwestern in 2017. Dr. Gonzalez 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).

Dr. Winston Chan is a double board-certified General Surgeon and Colon and Rectal Surgeon with additional certification and training in the use of the Da Vinci Xi robotic system for minimally invasive surgeries. He is an accomplished surgeon with extensive experience in both university-based teaching and clinical robotics proctoring.Dr. Chan earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and his colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. Dr. Chan's passion lies in using the latest advanced medical technology, such as robotics and laparoscopy, in combination with his own surgical dexterity to treat complex diseases through small incisions to promote patient comfort and outcomes. His surgical expertise includes treatment of gallbladder disease, hernias, colorectal cancer, diverticulitis and inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal disease, reflux disorders, and soft tissue conditions. Outside of work, he enjoys snowboarding, scuba diving, traveling and spending time with family.Dr. Chan is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, and Tarrant County Medical Society. He speaks English and Mandarin. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Bladder Reconstruction, and Endoscopy.

Sylvia Kariampuzha is an Endocrinologist in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Kariampuzha is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, and Hyperparathyroidism.

Dr. Barrera received his medical degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School. He completed his post-graduate training at the University of Colorado Health Science Center in Internal Medicine. He then completed his fellowship training in Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at Baylor College of Medicine/MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. He is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology. He also has his endocrine certification for neck ultrasonography. He is a member of the Endocrine Society and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. Dr. Barrera is currently the section chief of the Endocrinology department at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock. Dr. Barrera practices general endocrinology, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, hypogonadism and osteoporosis. Dr. Barrera has been recognized as a Top Doc 2024 and 2025 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical speciality. Dr. Barrera is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Glucocorticoid Resistance.

Amanda Long is an Endocrinologist in Jacksonville, Texas. Dr. Long is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperparathyroidism, Diabetic Neuropathy, Obesity in Children, and Colonoscopy.

Igor Matwijiw is an Endocrinologist in Texarkana, Texas. Dr. Matwijiw is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Thyroid Storm.

Anupama Reddy is an Endocrinologist in Taylor, Texas. Dr. Reddy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Diabetic Neuropathy, Hyperparathyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

Dr. Ahmad has been recognized as a Top Doc 2020 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty. Dr. Ahmad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Thyroid Nodule.

Kyle Jackson is an Endocrinologist in Tyler, Texas. Dr. Jackson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Hyperparathyroidism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Dr. Haq is ABIM Board Certified in Endocrinology & Metabolism, ABIM Board Certified in Internal Medicine and is  also certified by the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons (NBPAS). He regularly gives lectures and participates in round table conferences & Tele sessions for community physicians to educate and enhance their understanding and awareness of varies aspects of diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension and their clinical management. In 2014, Dr. Haq was awarded recognition by the International Association of the Leading Physicians of the World. He served as Chairman , Dept of Medicine , West Virginia University Medicine at UHC campus for six years. He also received a Teacher of the Year Award from UHC Family Medicine Residency. In his spare time, Dr. Haq enjoys writing short stories and poems in his native language and spending time with his wife and three teen aged children. Dr. Haq is rated as a Distinguished 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.

Karna Gocke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Prosper, Texas. Dr. Gocke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Peripheral Neuropathy, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Obesity, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Dr. William Drake has been serving the primary care needs of North Texas families since 1995. He is focused on providing quality preventative medicine as the first line of defense for patients of all ages. Dr. Drake is dedicated to serving his patients by providing personalized health and wellness services through exemplary care, education and research. He is especially passionate about research and treatments in the areas of juvenile and adult diabetes.Dr. Drake earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan in East Lansing. He completed his family medicine residency at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Dr. Drake is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians and a member of the American Diabetes Association, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Tarrant County Medical Society, Texas Academy of Family Physicians and Texas Medical Association. Dr. Drake is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and High Cholesterol.

Shane Ashford is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Ashford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Richard Townsend is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in Richardson, Texas. Dr. Townsend is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity in Children. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Gilbert Syndrome, High Cholesterol, and Nephrosclerosis.