The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Queen Creek, AZ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 175 doctor with experience in Obesity near Queen Creek, AZ. Of these, 140 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Devendra Wadwekar
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    East Valley Diabetes And Endocrinology

    4100 S Lindsay Rd Ste 130, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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 Hypercalcemia. Dr. Wadwekar is currently accepting new patients.

    Van S. Leavitt
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Dignity Health Medical Group Specialty Medicine (General Surgery/Colorectal) - Mercy Gilbert

    3477 S Mercy Rd, Suite 208, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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.

    Emil Graf
    Advanced in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Banner Gateway Weight Loss Center

    1920 North Higley Road, Suite 308, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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.

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    Albert Chen
    Advanced in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Banner Gateway Weight Loss Center

    1920 North Higley Road, Suite 308, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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.

    Joseph Heller
    Advanced in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Banner Gateway Weight Loss Center

    1920 North Higley Road, Suite 308, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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.

    Swarnjit Singh
    Advanced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Arizona Digestive Health

    10238 E Hampton Ave Ste 501, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Swarnjit Singh is a Gastroenterologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Singh has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and 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). Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Arizona Digestive Health

    21321 E Ocotillo Rd Ste 114, 
    Queen Creek, AZ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nilay Kavathia is a Gastroenterologist in Queen Creek, Arizona. Dr. Kavathia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kavathia is currently accepting new patients.

    Daryn Mcclure
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatrics | Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatrics | Family Medicine

    Banner Health Center

    21772 South Ellsworth Loop Road, 
    Queen Creek, AZ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy spending time with my family, camping and hiking, and doing home improvement projects. Dr. Mcclure is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension.

    Matthew Wellock
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatrics | Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatrics | Family Medicine

    Banner Health Center

    21772 South Ellsworth Loop Road, 
    Queen Creek, AZ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I run, read, camp, garden, and love to attend my children's soccer games, sports events, and ballet recitals, as well as our family's many church activities. Most of all, I love time spent with my wife/best friend. Dr. Wellock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Cornerstone Family Medicine

    36543 N Gantzel Rd Ste 102, 
    San Tan Valley, AZ 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffery Willden is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Tan Valley, Arizona. Dr. Willden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Willden is currently accepting new patients.

    Jennifer Reitz
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Practice
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Practice

    Arizona Advanced Surgery

    3367 S Mercy Rd Ste 210, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Reitz is a General Practice provider in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Reitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Reitz is currently accepting new patients.

    Leo Odle
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Optum Primary Care - Gilbert

    3420 S Mercy Rd Ste 101, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leo Odle is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Odle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Congenital Antithrombin 3 Deficiency, Hereditary Resistance to Anti-Vitamin K, and Protein S Deficiency. Dr. Odle is currently accepting new patients.

    Ananya Das
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Brenda Valencia - Practice Administrator

    2680 S Val Vista, Ste 116, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ananya Das is a Gastroenterologist in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Das is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Colorectal Polyps, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Das is currently accepting new patients.

    Nelson H. Lim
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Brenda Valencia - Practice Administrator

    2680 S Val Vista, Ste 116, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nelson Lim is a Gastroenterologist in Gilbert, Arizona. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lim is currently accepting new patients.

    Mankanwal S. Sachdev
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Brenda Valencia - Practice Administrator

    2680 S Val Vista, Ste 116, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide compassionate and expert care in the field of Gastroenterology and therapeutic Endoscopy. Dr. Sachdev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Indigestion, Cataract Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Advanced in Obesity

    Desert Sky Endocrinology Associates

    8427 E Baseline Rd Ste 104, 
    Mesa, AZ 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vidhyalakshmi Kannan is an Endocrinologist in Mesa, Arizona. Dr. Kannan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Dr. Kannan is currently accepting new patients.

    Neil Sharma
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center At Banner Gateway Medical Center

    2946 East Banner Gateway Drive, 
    Gilbert, AZ 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Beyond the clinic, I remain actively engaged in research, publications, education, and mentorship because advancing the field of gastroenterology means offering patients tomorrow’s solutions today. Every procedure, every consultation, and every interaction is an opportunity to improve lives and honor the trust that patients place in me. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Choledocholithiasis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Optima Medical

    21321 E Ocotillo Rd Ste 133, 
    Queen Creek, AZ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Queen Creek, Arizona. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    My Dr Now

    8495 S Power Rd Ste 103, 
    Queen Creek, AZ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Molly Finley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Queen Creek, Arizona. Dr. Finley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Myoglobinuria Recurrent, Viral Pharyngitis, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and High Cholesterol. Dr. Finley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Optima Medical

    21321 E Ocotillo Rd Ste 133, 
    Queen Creek, AZ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Finkbeiner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Queen Creek, Arizona. Dr. Finkbeiner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Dr. Finkbeiner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 near Queen Creek, AZ?

    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 near Queen Creek, AZ?

    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 near Queen Creek, AZ?

    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 near Queen Creek, AZ?

    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 near Queen Creek, AZ?

    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 near Queen Creek, AZ?

    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 near Queen Creek, AZ?

    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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