The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Philadelphia, PA

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The 20 Best Obesity Doctors near Philadelphia, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 728 doctor with experience in Obesity near Philadelphia, PA. Of these, 595 are Experienced, 82 are Advanced, 7 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Elite in Obesity
    General Surgery

    University Of Penn-Medical Group

    3400 Spruce St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Noel Williams is a General Surgeon in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Williams is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Elite in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Penn Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery Program University City

    3737 Market Street, 4th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kristoffel Dumon is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dumon is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dumon is currently accepting new patients.

    Jeffrey S. Freeman
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology | Internal Medicine

    Jeffrey S. Freeman DO

    4190 City Ave, Ste 324, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Freeman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Low Blood Sugar, and Graves Disease.

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    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Temple Bariatric Program

    3401 N. Broad Street Parkinson Pavilion, Ste 410, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Soans is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Rita A. Kubicky
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Endocrinology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Kubicky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Acanthosis Nigricans, Type A Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Pseudohypoparathyroidism, and Albright's Hereditary Osteodystrophy.

    Elizabeth A. Suarez
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Endocrinology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Suarez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Precocious Puberty.

    Mayssa Abuali
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Infectious Disease
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Infectious Disease

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Hospital Medicine - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Abuali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Cerebral Hypoxia, Delayed Growth, and Obesity.

    Kenneth D. Chavin
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery

    St. Christopher's Hospital For Children

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Chavin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Obesity, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery

    St. Christopher's Hospital For Children

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Karhadkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Obesity, Kidney Transplant, and Pancreas Transplant.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Penn Hernia Program Washington Square

    800 Walnut Street, 20th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Altieri is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Altieri is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Altieri is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Penn Medicine At University City-Apothecary

    3737 Market St, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naji Alamuddin is an Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Alamuddin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | Endocrinology
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine | Endocrinology

    Penn Metabolic Medicine University City

    3737 Market Street, 9th Floor, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anastassia Amaro is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and an Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Amaro is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Obesity in Children, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Amaro is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    St. Christopher's Hospital For Children

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Habboushe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Empyema, Sinusitis, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Vesta Salehi
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Gastroenterology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Salehi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Delayed Growth, Obesity, and Chronic Pain.

    Andreea S. Marinescu
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Endocrinology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Marinescu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Precocious Puberty, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

    Samantha R. Paglinco
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Gastroenterology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Paglinco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, Hirschsprung Disease, Malnutrition, Small Bowel Resection, and Ileostomy.

    Khadija T. Toor
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Gastroenterology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu

    . Dr. Toor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Lactose Intolerance, Tenesmus, and Encopresis.

    Kimberly B. Fuld
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology | Pediatrics

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Fuld is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Precocious Puberty, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Sheehan Syndrome, and Hypogonadism.

    Ellen L. Mitchell
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatrics

    St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Gastroenterology - E. Erie Avenue

    160 E Erie Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Chronic Pain, Encopresis, and Malnutrition.

    Talar Tatarian
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Jefferson Comprehensive Weight Management - Navy Yard

    3 Crescent Drive, Floor 4, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Talar Tatarian is a General Surgeon in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Tatarian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Tatarian is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Philadelphia, PA?

    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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