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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 40 doctor with experience in Obesity near Douglasville, GA. Of these, 34 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    40 providers found
      Advanced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      6130 Prestley Mill Rd, Suite B, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Malayalam, Sign Language, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Varughese is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Varughese is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Varughese is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Bariatric Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Bariatric Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      8820 Hospital Dr, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Alicia Shelly is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Shelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Obesity in Children, Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Shelly is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      8820 Hospital Dr, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Lantz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Lantz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Lantz is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      8954 Hospital Dr, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bettye Drye-Glover is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Drye-Glover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Lymphangitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hyperlipidemia Type 3, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Drye-Glover is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Obesity
      Gastroenterology

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      8954 Hospital Dr, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Khwaja Haq is a Gastroenterologist in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Haq is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Haq is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      6126 Prestley Mill Rd, Suite H, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Valencia Burruss is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Burruss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple System Atrophy, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Burruss is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Obesity
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialist Of Georgia

      6002 Professional Pkwy, Suite 200, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Suku George is a Gastroenterologist in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. George is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

      Douglas County Family Practice, P.C.

      3872 Hwy 5, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Burmese, Hindi, Malayalam
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Priya Palliyil is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Palliyil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Palliyil is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine

      Douglas County Family Practice, P.C.

      3872 Hwy 5, 
      Douglasville, GA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thaedra Mercadel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Douglasville, Georgia. Dr. Mercadel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Graves Disease, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mercadel is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Advanced in Obesity
      Family Medicine | General Practice

      Tanner Medical Group Inc

      690 Dallas Hwy 207a, 
      Villa Rica, GA 
       (9.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mike Ou is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Villa Rica, Georgia. Dr. Ou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Ou is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      176 Charles Hardy Pkwy C, 
      Hiram, GA 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Tangela Atkinson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hiram, Georgia. Dr. Atkinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Dysautonomia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Atkinson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      939 Thornton Rd, 
      Lithia Springs, GA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bryan Blake is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lithia Springs, Georgia. Dr. Blake is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency, and Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency. Dr. Blake is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      403 Permian Way, Suite A, 
      Villa Rica, GA 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Merna Vera is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Villa Rica, Georgia. Dr. Vera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Allergic Rhinitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Renovascular Hypertension.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      3380 Florence Rd, Suite 200, 
      Powder Springs, GA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Urooj Ather is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Powder Springs, Georgia. Dr. Ather is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Empyema.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      Austell, GA 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Chandresh Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Muscle Spasms, Opisthotonos, and Erectile Dysfunction (ED). Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Obesity
      Family Medicine

      Villa Rica Family Medicine

      705 Dallas Highway, Ste101, 
      Villa Rica, GA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      48+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lawrence Price is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Villa Rica, Georgia. Dr. Price has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Cough.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity
      Family Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      1680 Hospital S Dr, 
      Austell, GA 
       (11.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Keerthi Mulamalla is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Mulamalla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Familial Hypobetalipoproteinemia, and Familial HDL Deficiency. Dr. Mulamalla is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Obesity
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Obesity
      Endocrinology

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      1790 Mulkey Rd, 
      Austell, GA 
       (11.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Israel Orija is an Endocrinologist in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Orija is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Toxic Nodular Goiter, Hyperthyroidism, and Parathyroid Hyperplasia.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Medical Care Corporation

      3820 Medical Park Dr, Suite 1100, 
      Austell, GA 
       (11.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Philicia Andrews is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Andrews is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Andrews is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Obesity
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Obesity
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Medical Care Corporation

      3825 Medical Park Dr, Suite 301, 
      Austell, GA 
       (11.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jack Saltz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Austell, Georgia. Dr. Saltz has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Saltz is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Douglasville, GA?

      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 Douglasville, GA?

      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 Douglasville, GA?

      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 Douglasville, GA?

      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 Douglasville, GA?

      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 Douglasville, GA?

      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 Douglasville, GA?

      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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