The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Turlock, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Obesity near Turlock, CA. Of these, 40 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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55 providers found
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Sara Hamidi MD Inc.

    1060 Delbon Ave, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sara Hamidi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Turlock, California. Dr. Hamidi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Sonia Mahi
    Nurse Practitioner
    Nurse Practitioner

    Sonia Mahi , FNP-BC

    1175 Geer Rd, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sonia Mahi practices in Turlock, California. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hypertension, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

    Edmond Ghahramani
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Turlock Care Center

    3100 West Christoffersen Parkway, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edmond Ghahramani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Turlock, California. Dr. Ghahramani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

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    Lew D. Barker
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    3100 W. Christoffersen Parkway, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lew Barker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Turlock, California. Dr. Barker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sciatica, and Anemia.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    County Of Stanislaus

    800 Delbon Ave, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Battaglia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Turlock, California. Dr. Battaglia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Anemia, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    County Of Stanislaus

    800 Delbon Ave, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susie Wenstrup is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Turlock, California. Dr. Wenstrup is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    Vascular Surgery

    Anjani Thakur MD Inc.

    840 Delbon Ave, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anjani Thakur is a Vascular Surgeon in Turlock, California. Dr. Thakur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Lymphedema, Meige Disease, and Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Reza Vafadouste MD A Medical Corporation

    2141 Colorado Ave, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mitchell Cohen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Turlock, California. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Kidney Stones, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Turlock Wound Care Inc.

    2150 Colorado Ave, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Huy Dao is a General Surgeon in Turlock, California. Dr. Dao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    Colorectal Surgery

    FCPP Multi-Specialty

    1801 Colorado Ave Ste 250, 
    Turlock, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zhong Wang is a Colorectal Surgeon in Turlock, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Cellulitis, Breast Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Delhi Health Center

    16233 King St, 
    Delhi, CA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chuah Cha is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Delhi, California. Dr. Cha 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), Anemia, and Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Longs Drug Stores California L.L.C.

    2412 3rd St, 
    Hughson, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John English is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hughson, California. Dr. English is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, AIDS Dementia Complex, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Golden Valley Health Center

    1920 Memorial Dr, 
    Ceres, CA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Diep is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ceres, California. Dr. Diep is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Office

    600 B St, 
    Livingston, CA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glen Villanueva is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Livingston, California. Dr. Villanueva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Office

    600 B St, 
    Livingston, CA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juan Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Livingston, California. Dr. Lopez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Low Blood Pressure, and Familial Hypertension.

    George Y. Chao
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Main Clinic (Modesto)

    600 Coffee Road, 
    Modesto, CA 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George Chao is an Endocrinologist in Modesto, California. Dr. Chao has been practicing medicine for over 44 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), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Diabetic Nephropathy, and Hyperparathyroidism. Dr. Chao is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    1552 Coffee Rd Ste 200, 
    Modesto, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Coates is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Modesto, California. Dr. Coates is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    1552 Coffee Rd Ste 200, 
    Modesto, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Coates is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Modesto, California. Dr. Coates is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    1552 Coffee Rd Ste 200, 
    Modesto, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Antonio Coirin is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Modesto, California. Dr. Coirin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Hrishikesh S. Nerkar
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Briggsmore Specialty Center

    1409 East Briggsmore Avenue, 2nd Floor, 
    Modesto, CA 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hrishikesh Nerkar is a General Surgeon in Modesto, California. Dr. Nerkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Nerkar 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 Turlock, 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 Turlock, 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 Turlock, 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 Turlock, 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 Turlock, 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 Turlock, 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 Turlock, 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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