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. Maximiliano Jorge Brooks
Endocrinology
Scottsdale, AZ
Dr. Patricia Reynolds
Endocrinology
Metairie, LA
Dr. Sarah Jennifer Beltran
VerifiedEndocrinology
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Dr. Mauricio Nathan Guzman
Endocrinology
Spokane, WA
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.