Overview
Tonia Vinton, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center. She specializes in obesity, metabolic syndrome, and preventive medicine.Dr. Vinton earned her medical degree at UT Southwestern Medical School, where she also completed her residency in internal medicine.Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine, she joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 2021.Dr. Vinton is the founder and President of the Dallas Obesity Society, and her primary research interest is obesity medicine.
Dr. Vinton is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
8230 Walnut Hill, Ste 204 POB 3, Dallas, TX 75231
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton by calling their office at 214-645-2900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton a top-rated expert for Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton is classified as an Distinguished expert for Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton specialize in?
While Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, and Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton accept my insurance?
Dr. Tonia Y. Vinton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-645-2900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Abdominal Obesity Metabolic SyndromeDr. Vinton isDistinguished. Learn about Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome.
- Type B Insulin Resistance SyndromeDr. Vinton isDistinguished. Learn about Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Cytochrome C Oxidase DeficiencyDr. Vinton isAdvanced. Learn about Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency.
- High CholesterolDr. Vinton isAdvanced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Vinton isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Experienced
- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- CirrhosisDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Congenital HyperinsulinismDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hyperinsulinism.
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)Dr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).
- Enlarged LiverDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Familial Combined HyperlipidemiaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Familial HypertriglyceridemiaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.
- Food AllergyDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Food Allergy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- Heart FailureDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- HypertensionDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- HypothyroidismDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Infant HyperglycemiaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Infant Hyperglycemia.
- InfertilityDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Infertility.
- InsomniaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Insomnia.
- Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Irregular Sleep-Wake SyndromeDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Irregular Sleep-Wake Syndrome.
- Low Blood SugarDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Sugar.
- MalabsorptionDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Malabsorption.
- MalnutritionDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- MeningitisDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Meningitis.
- MigraineDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- Musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (mcEDS)
- NecrosisDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- ObesityDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Polycystic Ovary SyndromeDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pyridoxine DeficiencyDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Pyridoxine Deficiency.
- Short Bowel SyndromeDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Short Bowel Syndrome.
- Small Bowel Bacterial OvergrowthDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- VisceromegalyDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.
- XanthomaDr. Vinton isExperienced. Learn about Xanthoma.