The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in encino, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 753 doctor with experience in Obesity near encino, CA. Of these, 658 are Experienced, 84 are Advanced, 8 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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753 providers found
    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Dale J Brent MD A Medical Corporation

    4955 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 411, 
    Sherman Oaks, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dale Brent is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Brent is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Carbamoyl Phosphate Synthetase 1 Deficiency, N-Acetylglutamate Synthase Deficiency, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Brent is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Rachman Medical Group

    7601 Canby Ave, 
    Reseda, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ilya Rachman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Reseda, California. Dr. Rachman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Rachman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rachman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    The Breast Center Laboratory

    14624 Sherman Way Ste 600, 
    Van Nuys, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jesse Sanders is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Van Nuys, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Sanders is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Associates Of Northridge

    18350 Roscoe Blvd, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Ritoo Gagneja is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Northridge, California. Dr. Gagneja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Gagneja is board certified in Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Gagneja is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Surgical Solutions, Amc

    16133 Ventura Blvd, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Samuel Kashani is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Kashani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kashani is board certified in American Board Surgery. Dr. Kashani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Optum - Vanowen

    15216 Vanowen St, 
    Van Nuys, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Martha Meza is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Van Nuys, California. Dr. Meza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Obesity, Food Allergy, and Rheumatoid Vasculitis. Dr. Meza is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Meza is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    11611 San Vicente Blvd Lbby Level, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raphael Darvish is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Darvish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His clinical expertise encompasses Acne, Genital Warts, Cellulitis, and Nakajo-Nishimura Syndrome. Dr. Darvish is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    UCLA Health Woodland Hills Immediate Care

    6344 Topanga Canyon Blvd Ste 2040, 
    Woodland Hills, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronen Kalay is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodland Hills, California. Dr. Kalay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Spasms, Opisthotonos, Hiccups, and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center

    8720 Beverly Blvd, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andres Yarur is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Yarur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 210, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Berkeley Limketkai is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Limketkai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    UCLA Med Group/Internal Medicine Consultants Of Sm

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aarti Madan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Madan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    UCLA Med Group/Internal Medicine Consultants Of Sm

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Tsoi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Tsoi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lymphomatoid Papulosis, T-Cell Lymphoma, Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Nojan Toomari, MD

    16661 Ventura Blvd, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nojan Toomari is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Encino, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Toomari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Toomari is board certified in American Os Bd Surgery General. Dr. Toomari is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health Encino Surgery

    15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 240, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Livingston is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Livingston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Obesity, Femoral Hernia, Appendectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Referral required

    UCLA Health Encino Surgery

    15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 240, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lei Lei is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Encino, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Lei is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Wilson Disease, Osteotomy, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Lei is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology | Geriatrics
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology | Geriatrics
    Referral required

    Medical Valley Partners, Inc

    5525 Etiwanda Ave, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Saman Lashkari is an Endocrinologist and a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Lashkari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Peripheral Neuropathy, Obesity, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lashkari is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Advanced in Obesity
    Referral required

    Sawsan N. Barakat, M.D.

    18840 Ventura Blvd, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Sawssan Barakat is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Barakat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, and Thyroid Cancer. Dr. Barakat is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Endocrinology, Diabetes & Met, American Board Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Barakat is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Referral required

    Marcos Fleiderman MD Corp

    18372 Clark St Ste 212, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yehuda Handelsman is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Handelsman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Low Blood Sugar, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Dr. Handelsman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine | General Practice
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine | General Practice

    Reseda Medical Clinic

    18355 Sherman Way, 
    Reseda, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ataoiah Kashani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Reseda, California. Dr. Kashani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Infant Hyperglycemia, Tracheitis, and Urethritis.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Central Valley Medical Clinic Inc

    7227 Reseda Blvd, 
    Reseda, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ben Rad is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Reseda, California. Dr. Rad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Rad is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 encino, 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 encino, 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 encino, 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 encino, 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 encino, 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 encino, 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 encino, 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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