The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Sylmar, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 371 doctor with experience in Obesity near Sylmar, CA. Of these, 331 are Experienced and 37 are Advanced.

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371 providers found
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    11333 Sepulveda Boulevard, Floor 2, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erik Davydov is an Internal Medicine provider in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Davydov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Diabetic Nephropathy, and Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    11333 Sepulveda Boulevard, Floor 3, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Malika Singh is an Endocrinologist in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Singh has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Hyperthyroidism, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hashimoto Thyroiditis. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    11333 Sepulveda Boulevard, Floor 3, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Magued Beshay is a Gastroenterologist in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Beshay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hiatal Hernia, and Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. Dr. Beshay is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Obesity
    Experienced in Obesity
    15340 Devonshire Street, Suite 8, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emile Shenouda is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Shenouda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Rotor Syndrome. Dr. Shenouda is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Optum - Mission Hills

    11600 Indian Hills Rd, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chengqun Shao is an Endocrinologist in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Shao has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Thyroid Storm, and Obesity in Children.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Robert O Flores MD Inc.

    11273 Laurel Canyon Blvd Ste 1, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Flores is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Flores is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Office

    732 Mott St Ste 100-110, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andre Basmadzhyan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Basmadzhyan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Hemolytic Crisis, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    11333 Sepulveda Boulevard, Floor 2, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ashton Garbutt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Garbutt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Obesity. Dr. Garbutt is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Tri State Community Healthcare Ctr

    11273 Laurel Canyon Blvd, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    50+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Louis Flores is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Flores has been practicing medicine for over 50 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Northeast Valley Health Corp. Pacoima Health Center

    12756 Van Nuys Blvd, 
    Pacoima, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesse Sanders is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pacoima, California. Dr. Sanders 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 Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Maclay Wellness Center

    12451 Gain St, 
    Pacoima, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Degiorgio is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pacoima, California. Dr. Degiorgio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Papular Urticaria, Obesity, Hyperhidrosis, and Hemolytic Anemia.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    El Proyecto Del Barrio, Inc.

    8902 Woodman Ave, 
    Arleta, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leander Manzano is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arleta, California. Dr. Manzano has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Northeast Valley Health Pharmacy

    1600 San Fernando Rd, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Ortiz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Ortiz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Northeast Valley Health Pharmacy

    1600 San Fernando Rd, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rohit Chetty is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Chetty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Northeast Valley Health Pharmacy

    1600 San Fernando Rd, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leonel Martinez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vitamin D Deficiency, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Northeast Valley Health Pharmacy

    1600 San Fernando Rd, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naghmeh Paktan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Paktan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top area of expertise is Obesity.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Northeast Valley Health Pharmacy

    1600 San Fernando Rd, 
    San Fernando, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shabana Tariq is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Fernando, California. Dr. Tariq is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sciatica, Cirrhosis, and Hepatitis A.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Optum - Mission Hills

    11600 Indian Hills Rd, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arpine Bagerdjian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Bagerdjian has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Obesity.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Optum - Mission Hills

    11600 Indian Hills Rd, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jill Samovar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Samovar has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, High Cholesterol, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Optum-Mission Hills

    11600 Indian Hills Rd, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daanish Arastu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Arastu has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, High Cholesterol, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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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 Sylmar, CA?

    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 Sylmar, CA?

    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 Sylmar, CA?

    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 Sylmar, CA?

    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 Sylmar, CA?

    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 Sylmar, CA?

    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 Sylmar, CA?

    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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