Overview
Medical weight care starts with a full evaluation — labs, medications that affect weight, sleep, and activity — then builds a plan across nutrition, behavior change, prescription options, and bariatric surgery for those who qualify.
Common symptoms
- • Weight gain despite diet changes
- • Joint pain with activity
- • Fatigue and snoring
- • Elevated blood sugar or cholesterol
When to seek care
- • BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 with a related condition
- • Weight-related knee, back or breathing problems
- • Interest in prescription or surgical options
Specialists who treat weight management
Providers accepting patients
See allDr. Benjamin Paul Rios
Endocrinology
Boston, MA
Dr. Jesse Paul Campbell
Endocrinology
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dr. Guadalupe Kathleen Ross
Endocrinology
Cambridge, MA
Dr. George Roman
Endocrinology
Rochester, NY
Dr. Natalia Antonella Alvarez
Endocrinology
Pittsburgh, PA
Dr. Miguel Reynolds
Endocrinology
Huntsville, AL
Dr. Maximiliano Jorge Brooks
Endocrinology
Scottsdale, AZ
Dr. Sarah Jennifer Beltran
Endocrinology
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Frequently asked questions
- Are weight-loss medications covered by insurance?
- Coverage varies widely by plan and by medication. Confirm benefits with your insurer before starting, and ask the practice about prior authorization.
This page is general health education, not medical advice, and does not create a patient relationship. Talk with a licensed clinician about your situation. In an emergency, call 911.