25 of the Best Bariatricians Near Me

Sarah Stolte is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Stolte is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hypertension, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Stolte is board certified in American Board Of Obesity Medicine, Obesity Medicine - 2020 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2015. Dr. Stolte is currently accepting new patients.

Muhammad Gul is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and an Addiction Medicine provider practicing medicine in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. Dr. Gul is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Dr. Gul is board certified in American Board Of Preventive Medicine, Addiction Medicine , American Board Of Obesity Medicine , and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gul is currently accepting new patients.

Heeran Abawi is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fairfield, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Abawi is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity and Obesity in Children. Dr. Abawi is board certified in American Board Of Obesity Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine . Dr. Abawi is currently accepting new patients.

Shelly Tibke is a certified nurse practitioner at Surgical Institute of South Dakota. Dr. Tibke is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Tibke is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners. Dr. Tibke is currently accepting new patients.

Eileen Javellana is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Gainesville, Georgia. Dr. Javellana is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Protein Deficiency. Dr. Javellana is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 1998. Dr. Javellana is currently accepting new patients.

"Washington County, IL, native Erica (Barkau) Ibendahl, MD, is part of the medical team of SSM Health Weight Management Services in Southern Illinois and focuses primarily on performing bariatric surgery to help weight-loss patients live healthier, longer lives. Originally from Okawville, IL, Dr. Erica (Barkau) Ibendahl completed a one-year bariatric surgery fellowship program at Menora Medical Center in Overland Park, KS. Dr. Ibendahl's academic career began at the University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign) where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Integrative Biology. She then attended Southern Illinois University (Carbondale) completing graduate studies work and the MEDPREP Post-Baccalaureate Program in the SIU School of Medicine. Dr. Ibendahl received her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine (Rockford, IL). During her time in medical school, Dr. Ibendahl achieved multiple ""Outstanding"" designations for her work in Surgery Clerkship and in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, histology, embryology, and genetics. Dr. Ibendahl then completed her general surgery residency training through the University of Missouri, Hospitals and Clinics. As part of SSM Health Weight Management Services she focuses primarily on performing bariatric surgery to help weight-loss patients live healthier, longer lives.". Dr. Ibendahl is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ibendahl is board certified in Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation, American Board Of Surgery , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Ibendahl is currently accepting new patients.

Kayla Gish is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Gish is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease. Dr. Gish is board certified in Family Nurse Practitioner: American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, 2016. Dr. Gish is currently accepting new patients.

Melissa Felinski, D.O. General Surgery, Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgery, Bariatric Surgery Melissa Felinski, DO, earned her medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. She completed a residency in general surgery at TriHealth - Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, followed by a fellowship in minimally invasive, advanced gastrointestinal and bariatric surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), where she received formal training in robotic surgery and surgical endoscopy. Board certified in general surgery with a specialty focus in Bariatric and Foregut surgery, Dr. Felinski is an assistant professor of surgery at McGovern Medical School and is the assistant program director of the Advanced Gastrointestinal/Minimally Invasive, Bariatric and Robotic Surgery Fellowship program. Her areas of specialty care include surgery of the esophagus and stomach(reflux/heartburn, ulcer disease, hiatal hernias, achalasia, and weight loss procedures for obesity). Her practice also includes surgery of solid organs (spleen, adrenal glands, thyroid, parathyroid, and pancreas), surgery of the abdominal wall and hernia surgery (umbilical/ventral/inguinal hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction), as well as surgery for gallbladder, small intestine, appendix, and colon, and performs upper endoscopies and colonoscopies. She uses advanced minimally invasive techniques including robotic, laparoscopic and endoscopic (incision-less) approaches. Dr. Felinski is actively involved in national organizations, including the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgery (SAGES) and the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). She has authored several publications and has presented at regional and national conferences. She is dedicated to providing patients with comprehensive and compassionate care throughout their surgical journeys with an ultimate goal of improving their quality of life. Dr. Felinski is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Felinski is currently accepting new patients.

Alfred Trang is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. Dr. Trang is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Trang is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Dr. Michelle Guy is a specialist in internal medicine and obesity medicine. She provides primary care. Guy earned her medical degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine. She completed a residency in primary care at Cambridge Health Alliance, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School. She served as chief resident. Guy teaches UCSF medical students and residents in the clinic setting. Dr. Guy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension. Dr. Guy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Guy is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Francisco Guzman-Pruneda is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center. He is the Associate Program Director for the Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program, and the Surgical Director for the Gastroparesis program at Columbia University. He is Board Certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery, and is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He completed his Medical School training in Monterrey, Mexico, his residency in General Surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and a fellowship in Bariatric Surgery at Mount Sinai in New York City.In addition, Dr. Guzman-Pruneda completed two research fellowships: in Immunology at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer and in Pediatric Surgery at Texas Children's Hospital (Baylor College of Medicine), and a Global Surgery Exchange Program in Sydney, Australia.Dr. Guzman’s practice focuses on minimally invasive (laparoscopic & robotic) bariatric and foregut surgery. In addition to performing first-time weight loss operations, a significant part of his practice includes revisional or corrective surgery to address problems with previous bariatric operations. From a foregut surgery perspective, he performs hiatal / paraesophageal hernia repairs and anti-reflux surgery. Additional areas of expertise include peritoneal dialysis access surgery and is leads the surgical management for advanced gastroparesis patients that fail to respond to medical therapy, including implantation of Enterra gastric stimulator device. Dr. Guzman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Ampullary Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Guzman is board certified in Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Guzman is currently accepting new patients.

Vanessa Cortés De Jorge, MD, DABOM, specializes in obesity medicine and medical weight management. Dr. Cortés De Jorge is passionate about serving diverse populations and enthusiastic about helping individuals achieve their wellness goals. She works with her patients in a non-judgmental manner to effectively develop personalized, comprehensive, evidence-based weight loss plans that include nutrition therapy, physical activity, behavioral modification and medical intervention. In addition, she works with bariatric surgeons to facilitate weight loss surgery when appropriate.Dr. Cortés De Jorge is a member of the American Association  of Family Physicians, Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine Association and National Alliance on  Mental Illness.Away from work Dr. Cortés De Jorge enjoys hiking, cooking, crafting, listening to music and spending time with family. Dr. De Jorge is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension. Dr. De Jorge is board certified in American Board Of Obesity Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. De Jorge is currently accepting new patients.

Nicholas Ores is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Stillwater, Minnesota. Dr. Ores is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Hypertension. Dr. Ores is board certified in Family Medicine: American Board Of Family Medicine, 2015. Dr. Ores is currently accepting new patients.

Alexandra Lee is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Maplewood, Minnesota. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) and Hypertension. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

James G. Mcdowell, Jr., MD, is a bariatric surgeon and general surgeon at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, TN. He provides weight loss surgery options, including laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures. Dr. Mcdowell starts by listening to better understand your weight management goals and creates a surgical care plan that's right for you. From your first consultation to surgery and weight loss support, our bariatric program is personalized for you. Dr. Mcdowell is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Protein Deficiency, Gallbladder Disease, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Mcdowell is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery. Dr. Mcdowell is currently accepting new patients.

Melissa Dvorak is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Edina, Minnesota. Dr. Dvorak is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Opioid Induced Constipation. Dr. Dvorak is board certified in Physician Assistant: National Commission On Certification Of Physician Assistants, 2005. Dr. Dvorak is currently accepting new patients.

Harlan Opie is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Olathe, Kansas. Dr. Opie is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Obesity, Protein Deficiency, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Opie is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Surgery (General Surgery) - 1998. Dr. Opie is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Diana Thiara is an internal medicine doctor who provides primary care to adults. In addition, she specializes in caring for patients who are overweight or obese, and has a particular interest in helping them focus on nutrition and lifestyle adjustments to optimize their health. She serves as medical director for UCSF's weight management program. In her research, Thiara focuses on developing lifestyle modification programs for patients who are overweight or obese. Thiara earned her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF. Dr. Thiara is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension. Dr. Thiara is board certified in American Board Of Obesity Medicine, Obesity Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thiara is currently accepting new patients.

Gary Matusow is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Matusow is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Matusow is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine,Gastroenterology , 1989 and American Board Of Internal Medicine,Internal Medicine , 1986. Dr. Matusow is currently accepting new patients.

Linda M. Youngwirth, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon with a focused practice designation in metabolic and bariatric surgery at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, Tennessee. She specializes in bariatric surgery and general surgery, caring for patients of all ages with obesity and obesity-related conditions, including diabetes, hypertension and sleep apnea. Dr. Youngwirth is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreaticoduodenectomy and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Youngwirth is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and The American Board Of Surgery - Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Youngwirth is currently accepting new patients.

James Hendrick is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fort Collins, Colorado. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. Dr. Hendrick is currently accepting new patients.

Sarah Turner is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a Public Health and Preventive Medicine provider practicing medicine in Fontana, California. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children and Obesity. Dr. Turner is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Standerwick is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mansfield, Texas. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Standerwick is board certified in General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery/General Surgery and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Standerwick is currently accepting new patients.

Allyson Rovetto is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Watertown, Connecticut. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Obesity, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. Dr. Rovetto is currently accepting new patients.

Mahbod Paya is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Hills, California. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Umbilical Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Paya is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Paya is currently accepting new patients.