The 20 Best Obesity Doctors Near Me in Richmond, VA

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 139 doctor with experience in Obesity near Richmond, VA. Of these, 118 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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139 providers found
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Distinguished in Obesity

    Mcv Associated Physicians

    1001 E Leigh St, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Guilherme Rocha-Campos is a General Surgeon in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Rocha-Campos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Gastroparesis, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Rocha-Campos is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Obesity
    General Surgery

    Mcv Associated Physicians

    417 N 11th St, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Salluzzo is a General Surgeon in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Salluzzo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Obesity, Umbilical Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Salluzzo is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Vcu Health West Hospital-Addiction Psychiatry And Consultation/Liaison Psychiatry

    1200 E Broad St, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arun Sanyal is a Gastroenterologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sanyal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

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    Distinguished in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Authority

    1250 E Marshall St, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Wolver is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Wolver is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Liver Transplant.

    John Nestler
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Authority

    1250 E Marshall St, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Nestler is an Endocrinologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Nestler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Ovarian Overproduction of Androgens, Infertility, and Intersex.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Department Of Veteran Affairs

    1201 Broad Rock Blvd, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Adler is an Endocrinologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Adler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Malnutrition, Paget's Disease of Bone, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Primary Health Group-Chippenham

    500 Hioaks Rd Ste B, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Caroline Blevins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Blevins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    William H Young III, MD

    110 N Robinson St Ste 301, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Young is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Office

    1001 E Leigh St Fl 14, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Priyanka Majety is an Endocrinologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Majety has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Thyroid Storm, and Thyroid Cancer.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Department Of Veteran Affairs

    1201 Broad Rock Blvd, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lori Sweeney is an Endocrinologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Subacute Thyroiditis, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    PartnerMD

    7001 Forest Ave Ste 302, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Bishop is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Bishop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Pneumonia, Obesity, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bishop is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Authority

    1250 E Marshall St, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Sterling is a Gastroenterologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sterling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Internal Medicine

    Dominion Medical Associates Inc.

    304 E Leigh St, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Jackson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Northside Medical Center

    2809 North Ave, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leon Brown is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Obesity
    Gastroenterology

    Department Of Veteran Affairs

    1201 Broad Rock Blvd, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Puneet Puri is a Gastroenterologist in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Puri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, and Liver Transplant.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

    Mcv Associated Physicians

    2116 W Laburnum Ave, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Thai
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Weera Sukhumthammarat is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sukhumthammarat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Cardiac Arrest. Dr. Sukhumthammarat is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Primary Health Group - Chippenham

    500 Hioaks Rd Ste B, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kausalya Pendyal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Pendyal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Obesity
    Family Medicine

    Primary Health Group-Chippenham

    500 Hioaks Rd Ste B, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Jenkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Obesity
    Bariatric Medicine

    Advanced Surgical Partners Of Virginia - Richmond

    7702 E Parham Rd Ste 304, 
    Richmond, VA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Brengman is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Brengman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Obesity, Protein Deficiency, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Obesity
    Endocrinology

    Virginia Diabetes And Endocrinology PC

    7650 E Parham Rd Ste 210, 
    Henrico, VA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pablo Bedoya is an Endocrinologist in Henrico, Virginia. Dr. Bedoya is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obesity. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Pituitary Tumor, Obesity, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

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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 Richmond, VA?

    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 Richmond, VA?

    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 Richmond, VA?

    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 Richmond, VA?

    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 Richmond, VA?

    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 Richmond, VA?

    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 Richmond, VA?

    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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