The 20 Best Obesity Doctors in Arizona, US

Jonathan Krakoff is an Endocrinologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Krakoff is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Gastric Bypass, and Tissue Biopsy.

My other interests include jogging with my wife, carpentry and soccer. Dr. Podkameni is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Marie Thearle is an Endocrinologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Thearle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Micah Olson is a Pediatric Endocrinologist and a Pediatrics provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Olson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Short Stature (Growth Disorders). Dr. Olson is currently accepting new patients.

I love running, traveling to the new places, and watching sports. Dr. Wijarnpreecha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Cirrhosis, Malabsorption, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

I enjoy running and travel. Dr. Graf is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Devendra Wadwekar is an Endocrinologist in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Wadwekar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, and Idiopathic Hypercalciuria. Dr. Wadwekar is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Khosla has expertise in all aspects of digestive and liver diseases. He has a novel and highly successful approach to irritable bowel. His goal is to provide compassionate care to every patient and perform endoscopy with diligence.Our mission is to provide you with personalized, high-quality gastrointestinal care.  Sonoran Gastroenterology Associates is dedicated to improving and maintaining your health. Dr. Lowe and Dr. Khosla are Board Certified Gastroenterologists with years of experience. Dr. Khosla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Colonic Malakoplakia, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

"Shawn Stevenson, DO, FACS is an employed provider who serves as the Director of Bariatric and Foregut Surgery and employed provider at Dignity Health Arizona.He is a board certified, fellowship trained surgeon who specializes in advanced bariatric surgical procedures including metabolic weight loss, weight loss and oncology surgery using advanced laparoscopic techniques.Dr. Stevenson earned his undergraduate in Biology from Grand Canyon University. He earned his doctorate degree in Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University and completed is residency in  General Surgery at the University of Arizona.He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Arizona Chapter of the American College of Surgeons. He is a professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, an Assistant Profession at Midwestern University College of Medicine and Adjunct Professor at A.T. Still University College of Osteopathic Medicine and a Clinical Preceptor for Northern Arizona University.It is a privilege to be entrusted with the health of our patients and to provide them with the best possible care and outcomes available. I take great pride in the relationships we develop with our patients and welcome the opportunity to care for patients health.I strive to provide excellent and up to date surgery for my patients through the use of the latest surgical technologies and meticulous surgical technique. It is also of the utmost importance to me that the surgical process goes as smoothly as possible resulting in a quick and effective healing process for my patients.It is a privilege to be entrusted with the health of our patients and to provide them with the best possible care and outcomes available. I take great pride in the relationships we develop with our patients and welcome the opportunity to care for patients health.Quality care is important to Dr. Stevenson, ""I strive to provide excellent and up to date surgery for my patients through the use of the latest surgical technologies and meticulous surgical technique. It is also of the utmost importance to me that the surgical process goes as smoothly as possible resulting in a quick and effective healing process for my patients.""". Dr. Stevenson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Seema Ahluwalia is an Endocrinologist in Chandler, Arizona. Dr. Ahluwalia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperthyroidism, Thyroid Storm, Hypothyroidism, and Thyroid Nodule. Dr. Ahluwalia is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Leavitt is a native of Arizona. He attended K-12 in the Gilbert public school system and later went on to ASU where he received a bachelor's degree in Spanish literature and linguistics. He is fluent in Spanish and has gone on several medical missions trips to Mexico where he has been able to treat underserved populations.He attended Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ for his medical school training. Upon completion of his medical degree he was accepted into a general surgery residency program at Beaumont Health in Detroit, Michigan through Michigan State University. Dr. Leavitt trained heavily in laparoscopic surgery, trauma surgery, colorectal surgery, hernia surgery, anti-reflux surgery, breast surgery, wound care, and endoscopy including EGD and colonoscopy.  He is board certified to treat a wide range of medical conditions including disorders of the gallbladder, stomach, intestines, and colon.After successfully completing his 5-year residency he was accepted at Banner Gateway Weight Loss Center as a bariatric fellow for one year where he was dedicated to learning more about obesity and its surgical treatment.  He presented some of his bariatric research at Obesity Week in Los Angeles and at the SAGES conference in Boston.Dr. Leavitt is currently a member of several surgical societies including:  American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, AOA. Dr. Leavitt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Obesity, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

I enjoy educating my patients and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Ghaderi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

I enjoy reading, eating great food with family and friends, co-ed soccer, hiking, and especially spending quality time with my family. Dr. Lovato is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

I enjoy hiking and other outdoor activities as well as spending time with my family. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Our mission is to provide the highest quality medical care in a supportive and comprehensive enviroment. We focus on each patient as an individual, taking the time to effect the best out comes. Dr. Levy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Hiatal Hernia, and Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.

I enjoy spending time with my two young boys watching them grow and develop. My family and I like to be outdoors. We do frequent hiking trips as well as biking, swimming and exploring many of the surrounding nature reserves in the area. Dr. Heller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Traditional Medicine. Dr. Singh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

James Swain is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Swain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Robert Hanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Hanson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Diabetic Nephropathy.

Lori Roust is an Endocrinologist in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Roust is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Malnutrition, and Gastric Bypass.