The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Kentucky, US

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The 20 Best Obesity Doctors in Kentucky, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 573 doctor with experience in Obesity near Kentucky, US. Of these, 466 are Experienced, 91 are Advanced, 14 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Elite in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Office

    3288 Illinois Ave, 
    Louisville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harold Bays is an Endocrinologist in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Bays is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Patricia J. Hansen
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Norton Community Medical Associates - Audubon

    3101 Poplar Level Road, Suite 101, 
    Louisville, KY 
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Hansen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Hansen has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    900 Rose St, 
    Lexington, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Kern is an Internal Medicine provider in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Kern is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Neurohypophyseal Diabetes Insipidus, Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, and Diabetes Insipidus (DI).

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    Jeff W. Allen
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Norton Weight Management Services

    1000 Dupont Road, 
    Louisville, KY 
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeff Allen is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Allen has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Heartburn, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Allen is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    950 Breckenridge Ln Ste 10, 
    Louisville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Oldham is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Oldham is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gastritis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    Pikeville Medical Center Inc

    184 S Mayo Trail, 
    Pikeville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amy Johnson is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Pikeville, Kentucky. Dr. Johnson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Bluegrass Bariatric Surgical Associates PLLC

    2716 Old Rosebud Rd Ste 350, 
    Lexington, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Weiss is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Weiss is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    David M. West MD PSC

    2601 Kentucky Ave Ste 102, 
    Paducah, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Davis is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Davis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Heartburn, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

    Summit Medical Group Inc

    7370 Turfway Rd, 
    Florence, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Martin Moon is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Florence, Kentucky. Dr. Moon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Moon is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Kentucky Medical Services Foundation, Inc

    740 S Limestone St, 
    Lexington, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Joshua Steiner is a General Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Steiner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Ghayth Hammad MD PSC

    234 Porter St, 
    Morgantown, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ghayth Hammad is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Morgantown, Kentucky. Dr. Hammad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Obesity in Children, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Roderick J. Tompkins JR MD PSC

    613 23rd St Ste 440, 
    Ashland, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roderick Tompkins is a General Surgeon in Ashland, Kentucky. Dr. Tompkins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Murray-Calloway County Public Hospital Corporation

    300 S 8th St, 
    Murray, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Swain is a General Surgeon in Murray, Kentucky. Dr. Swain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Cholecystitis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Summit Medical Group Inc

    4900 Houston Rd, 
    Florence, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Harish Nirujogi is a General Surgeon in Florence, Kentucky. Dr. Nirujogi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Nirujogi is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Bluegrass Bariatric Surgical Associates PLLC

    2716 Old Rosebud Rd Ste 350, 
    Lexington, KY 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paige Quintero is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Quintero has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Prime Care

    990 Wilkinson Trce, 
    Bowling Green, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Gover is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Dr. Gover is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Gover is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Associates Of Lexington PSC

    Hamburg - 1775 Alysheba Way, Suite 201, 
    Lexington, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Henkel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Henkel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Tracheitis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Family Practice Associates Of Lexington PSC

    Brannon - 615 East Brannon Rd, 
    Nicholasville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Foxx is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Dr. Foxx is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, High Cholesterol, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Folate Deficiency.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Clinic Pharmacy

    201 Park St, 
    Bowling Green, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Javier Duron is an Endocrinologist in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Dr. Duron is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hyperthyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Thyroid Storm, and Hypothyroidism.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Associates Of Lexington PSC

    Brannon - 615 East Brannon Rd, 
    Nicholasville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keith Applegate is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Dr. Applegate is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Multiple Carboxylase 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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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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