The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Columbia, SC

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The 20 Best Obesity Doctors near Columbia, SC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 52 doctor with experience in Obesity near Columbia, SC. Of these, 45 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    James B. Tribble
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Prisma Health Surgery – Laurel St.

    1850 Laurel Street, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Tribble is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Tribble is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Tribble is currently accepting new patients.

    Ratnakishore Pallapothu
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Prisma Health Surgery – Laurel St.

    1850 Laurel Street, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ratnakishore Pallapothu is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Pallapothu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    David D. Moffat
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Prisma Health Weight Management Center

    1850 Laurel Street, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Moffat is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Moffat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Moffat is currently accepting new patients.

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    Kenneth J. Vega
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Prisma Health Gastroenterology And Hepatology – Columbia

    3 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 120, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Vega is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Vega is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Vega is currently accepting new patients.

    Alison J. Lunsford
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Prisma Health Pediatric Endocrinology – Columbia

    9 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 230, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alison Lunsford is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Lunsford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency, Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS). Dr. Lunsford is currently accepting new patients.

    Laura M. Laboone
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Laurel Endocrine And Thyroid Specialists

    1740 Saint Julian Place, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Laura Laboone is an Endocrinologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Laboone has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperthyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma, and Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer. Dr. Laboone is currently accepting new patients.

    Marjan Karegar
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Laurel Endocrine And Thyroid Specialists

    1740 Saint Julian Place, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Marjan Karegar is an Endocrinologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Karegar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Toxic Nodular Goiter, Graves Disease, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Karegar is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery

    South Carolina Obesity Surgery Center

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Antonetti is a General Surgeon in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Antonetti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Lexington County Health Services District Inc.

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glen Strickland is a General Surgeon in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Strickland is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Carolina Digestive Disease

    1520 Taylor Street, Suite 200, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Spencer Jenkins is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Eosinophilic Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Prisma Health Medical Group-Midlands

    2 Medical Park Rd, Suite 300, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Zeid Keilani is a General Surgeon in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Keilani is rated as an Advanced 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. Dr. Keilani is currently accepting new patients.

    John Kleckley
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Palmetto Primary Care Physicians – Forest Acres

    3710 Landmark Drive, Suite 408, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Kleckley is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Kleckley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Hypertension, Anemia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Kleckley is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Lexington Surgery

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    S Gray is a General Surgeon in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Gray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Deidre L. Toomer
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Capital City Medicine, Inc.

    2999 Sunset Boulevard, Suite 102, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Deidre Toomer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Toomer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Neuropathy, Vitamin D Deficiency, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Retinopathy Arteriosclerotic. Dr. Toomer is currently accepting new patients.

    Carlos Soto
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Colonial Family Practice–Columbia

    4700 Forest Drive, Suite 101, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Carlos Soto is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Soto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Soto is currently accepting new patients.

    Winston Morris
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Colonial Family Practice–Columbia

    4700 Forest Drive, Suite 101, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Winston Morris is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Morris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Vitamin D Deficiency, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Morris is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    1850 Laurel St, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dalton Prickett is a General Surgeon in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Prickett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, Gallstones, Mastectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    CenterWell Forest

    2571 Forest Dr, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leslie Dean is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Dean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity, Sciatica, and Shingles.

    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Pediatric Cardiology | Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Obesity
    General Surgery | Pediatric Cardiology | Thoracic Surgery

    Center For Vein Restoration Sc LLC

    1725 Devonshire Dr, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Anastasios Polimenakos is a General Surgeon and a Pediatric Cardiologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Polimenakos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), and Congenital Mitral Stenosis. Dr. Polimenakos is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Palmetto Primary Care Physicians LLC

    3710 Landmark Dr Ste 408, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel White is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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 Columbia, SC?

    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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