The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Mount Vernon, IL
Find the Top Obesity Experts and Specialists
MediFind found 5 doctor with experience in Obesity near Mount Vernon, IL. Of these, 3 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.
Dr. Ahuja is an established and highly skilled physician with more than 10 years of experience in advanced minimally invasive, general, and bariatric surgery. He completed his general surgery internship, residency and trauma research fellowship at Washington Hospital Center (Washington, DC/Bethesda, MD) and was also fellowship-trained in advanced laparoscopic minimally invasive and bariatric surgery at the University of Pittsburgh (PA). Dr. Ahuja has performed thousands of advanced complex gastrointestinal (GI) surgeries via minimally invasive techniques. He is well regarded in the southern Illinois community, earning numerous accolades for his quality and patient-centered care. Dr. Ahuja has previously Surgeon Champion of Year 2019 by Illinois State Quality Improvement Collaborative (ILQIC) for his quality improvement contributions. Dr. Ahuja has provided preceptorship/case observation opportunities for regional surgeons, medical students, residents, physician assistant students, dietitians and RNs. Dr. Ahuja is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
SSM Health Weight Management Services
"Washington County, IL, native Erica (Barkau) Ibendahl, MD, is part of the medical team of SSM Health Weight Management Services in Southern Illinois and focuses primarily on performing bariatric surgery to help weight-loss patients live healthier, longer lives. Originally from Okawville, IL, Dr. Erica (Barkau) Ibendahl completed a one-year bariatric surgery fellowship program at Menora Medical Center in Overland Park, KS. Dr. Ibendahl's academic career began at the University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign) where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Integrative Biology. She then attended Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) completing graduate studies work and the MEDPREP Post-Baccalaureate Program in the SIU School of Medicine. Dr. Ibendahl received her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine (Rockford, IL). During her time in medical school, Dr. Ibendahl achieved multiple ""Outstanding"" designations for her work in Surgery Clerkship and in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, histology, embryology, and genetics. Dr. Ibendahl then completed her general surgery residency training through the University of Missouri, Hospitals and Clinics. As part of SSM Health Weight Management Services she focuses primarily on performing bariatric surgery to help weight-loss patients live healthier, longer lives.". Dr. Ibendahl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.
SSM Health Medical Group
Dr. Wong is board-certified in family medicine and is a 1999 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine and went on to complete a family practice residency through the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 2002. Prior to his medical education and residency activities, Dr. Wong received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Truman State University (Kirksville, MO). Dr. Wong 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, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.
Care First Medical Center
Veena Gupta is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Subacute Thyroiditis, Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity in Children, and Hypothyroidism.
SSM Health Medical Group
Dr. Sumalatha Satoor is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over 20 years of experience. She earned her medical degree from Guntur Medical College, completed her residency at Western Pennsylvania Hospital, and a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Dr. Satoor also holds an MBA and MHA from Georgia State University. She specializes in digestive and liver health, is known for compassionate, patient-focused care, and has contributed to liver disease research. Dr. Satoor offers gastroenterology care for patients aged 18 and older. Dr. Satoor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Morning Sickness, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
Last Updated: 04/28/2026