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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 513 doctor with experience in Obesity near North Rhine-Westphalia, DE. Of these, 463 are Experienced, 39 are Advanced, 8 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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      Elite in Obesity
      Elite in Obesity
      Dr. F. Steiner Str. 5, 
      Datteln, NW, DE 

      Thomas Reinehr practices in Datteln, Germany. Mr. Reinehr is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Congenital Hyperinsulinism, Obesity, Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

      Elite in Obesity
      Elite in Obesity
      Kaiser Wilhelm Allee 1, 
      Leverkusen, NW, DE 

      Farid Saad practices in Leverkusen, Germany. Mr. Saad is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hypogonadism, Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Elite in Obesity
      Elite in Obesity
      Essen, NW, DE 

      Johannes Hebebrand practices in Essen, Germany. Mr. Hebebrand is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Anorexia, Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

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      Jens C. Bruning
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Gleueler Str. 50, 
      Koeln, NW, DE 

      Jens Bruning practices in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Bruning is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Metabolic Syndrome, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

      Christian Herder
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

      Christian Herder practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Mr. Herder is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Gastric Bypass.

      Jorg Dotsch
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Kerpener Str. 62, 
      Koeln, NW, DE 

      Jorg Dotsch practices in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Dotsch is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease, Obesity, Gastrostomy, and Kidney Transplant.

      Distinguished in Obesity
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

      Jurgen Eckel practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Eckel is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Their top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Metabolic Syndrome, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Distinguished in Obesity
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Essen, NW, DE 

      Anke Hinney practices in Essen, Germany. Ms. Hinney is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Anorexia, Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

      Distinguished in Obesity
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Krankenhaus Street 42, 
      Huerth, NW, DE 

      Christine Stier practices in Huerth, Germany. Ms. Stier is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Obesity
      Distinguished in Obesity
      St Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Daniel Drucker practices in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Drucker is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Short Bowel Syndrome, Atherosclerosis, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Obesity
      Distinguished in Obesity
      Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

      Henrike Sell practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Sell is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Their top areas of expertise are Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Cerebral Hypoxia, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Wolfgang Rathmann
      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      Heine, NW, DE 

      Wolfgang Rathmann practices in Heine, Germany. Mr. Rathmann is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy, Metabolic Syndrome, and Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome.

      Michael A. Nauck
      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Michael Nauck practices in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Nauck is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Low Blood Sugar, Insulinoma, and Acute Pancreatitis.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      Kerpener Str. 62, 
      Koeln, NW, DE 

      Jens Jordan practices in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Jordan is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Orthostatic Hypotension, Familial Dysautonomia, Low Blood Pressure, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

      Birgit Knebel practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Ms. Knebel is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, and Metabolic Syndrome.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

      Tania Romacho practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Ms. Romacho is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Atherosclerosis.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      St. Josef Hospital, 
      Bochum, NW, DE 

      Anne Hoffmann practices in Bochum, Germany. Ms. Hoffmann is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Anorexia, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Metabolic Syndrome.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      Herne, NW, DE 

      Omar Thaher practices in Herne, Germany. Mr. Thaher is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Intussusception in Children, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

      Daniela Friebe practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Ms. Friebe is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Simpson-Golabi-Behmel Syndrome, and Congenital Hyperinsulinism.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Advanced in Obesity
      Albert Schweitzer Str. 11, 
      Muenster, NW, DE 

      Nils Opel practices in Muenster, Germany. Mr. Opel is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Obesity, and Long Haul COVID.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Obesity?

      Obesity means weighing more than what is healthy for a given height. Obesity is a serious, chronic disease. It can lead to other health problems, including diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers.

      When should I see an Obesity doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Obesity 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 doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      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 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 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 doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Obesity 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 doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Obesity 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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