The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Joliet, IL

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The 20 Best Obesity Doctors near Joliet, IL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 89 doctor with experience in Obesity near Joliet, IL. Of these, 79 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Kiranjit K. Deol
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Plainfield

    24508 W Village Ctr Dr, 
    Plainfield, IL 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kiranjit Deol is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Plainfield, Illinois. Dr. Deol is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Obesity in Children, and Obesity.

    Sanjay Pethkar
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Suburban Healthcare Associates

    1421 Essington Road, 
    Joliet, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjay Pethkar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Pethkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

    Surbhi Shah
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group

    181 Fernwood Dr, 
    Bolingbrook, IL 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi

    Surbhi Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, Chronic Cough, and Cirrhosis.

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    Purvi D. Patel
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    9550 W 167th St, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Purvi Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Obesity in Children.

    David A. Olmstead
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    9550 W 167th St, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Olmstead is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Olmstead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Colonoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Sonia K. Kaczor
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    9550 W 167th St, Ste 100, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonia Kaczor is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Kaczor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Anandavally Pillai MD

    24342 Crowfoot Ct, 
    Joliet, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anandavally Pillai is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Pillai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    VCP Home Health Care Inc

    3033 W Jefferson St Ste 206, 
    Joliet, IL 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wassim El is an Endocrinologist in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. El is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Keyur Chauhan
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    2100 Glenwood Ave., 
    Joliet, IL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Individual patient orientated and evidence based medicine to provide excellent care and service to my patients and their families. I believe in team work and continuity of care. I would like to glorify the Lord by providing compassionate care and treating each patient respectfully. Dr. Chauhan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Lymphedema, Meige Disease, Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Habeeb Farooqui
    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine
    2100 Glenwood Ave., 
    Joliet, IL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    4+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu

    As a family medicine physician, I approach care with a focus on long-term relationships and whole-person wellness. I strive to create a welcoming, respectful environment where patients feel heard, valued, and involved in their own health decisions. By taking time to understand their unique backgrounds, lifestyles, and concerns, I build trust and continuity that allow me to provide personalized, preventive, and compassionate care across all stages of life. My goal is to be a consistent partner in each patient's health journey, supporting both physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Farooqui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Arthritis, Hypertension, and Asthma.

    Joanna W. Zid
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    330 Madison St., Suite 103, 
    Joliet, IL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Slovak

    Medicine is no longer practiced in a paternalistic way - now it is more like an educated and mutual decision made by a physician and patient together. Dr. Zid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Bmi Surgery SC

    1890 Silver Cross Blvd Ste 260, 
    New Lenox, IL 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Lahmann is a Bariatric Medicine provider in New Lenox, Illinois. Dr. Lahmann is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    F W. Germino
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    16660 107th Avenue, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    The journey to health is something none of us can do alone, but rather it is a path traveled as partners. The goals are usually the same, but often how to attain them may change with new information, therapies and the like. Dr. Germino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Karl Szafranski
    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine
    16660 107th Avenue, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I am flourishing when I am working in an atmosphere of trust and understanding, and I can help you flourish by creating that atmosphere. Together we can accomplish your goals of a healthier tomorrow. Dr. Szafranski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Acquired Hemophilia, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Hip Replacement.

    Neilesh K. Shah
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    9550 W 167th St, Ste 100, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neilesh Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Schizencephaly, and Porencephaly.

    Melissa Pradhan
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    9550 W 167th St, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Melissa Pradhan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Pradhan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Collagenous Colitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

    Taj Elahi
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    9550 W 167th St, Suite 200, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Taj Elahi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Elahi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Aplastic Anemia, Vitamin D Deficiency, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and High Cholesterol.

    Iffat Ahmed
    Experienced in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    1964 Springbrook Square Drive, 108A & 108B, Suite 108B, 
    Naperville, IL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu

    I am committed to delivering excellent care by establishing a strong doctor-patient relationship rooted in mutual respect, trust and open lines of communication. I believe that educating my patients is a means of allowing them to be active participants in optimization of their health. I look forward to working closely with you on your journey to better health. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, and Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine & Family Practice SC

    1719 Glenwood Ave, 
    Joliet, IL 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shahid Masood is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Masood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Gastrostomy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Dupage Medical Group LTD.

    2100 Glenwood Ave, 
    Joliet, IL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Punit Vajaria is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Joliet, Illinois. Dr. Vajaria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Folate Deficiency.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Joliet, IL?

    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 Joliet, IL?

    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 Joliet, IL?

    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 Joliet, IL?

    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 Joliet, IL?

    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 Joliet, IL?

    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 Joliet, IL?

    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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