Pediatrics
There are 24 active pediatrics providers in the United States, distributed across 12 states. A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavi
By state
Top metros
- AURORA, CO 4 providers
- COLUMBUS, OH 3 providers
- SAN ANTONIO, TX 2 providers
- RALEIGH, NC 2 providers
- KANSAS CITY, MO 1 providers
- MIAMI, FL 1 providers
- NEW HYDE PARK, NY 1 providers
- NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 1 providers
- PALOS VERDES ESTATES, CA 1 providers
- PORTLAND, ME 1 providers
- TRUSSVILLE, AL 1 providers
- UNIVERSITY CITY, MO 1 providers
- ATHENS, GA 1 providers
- WINTER PARK, FL 1 providers
- ENCINITAS, CA 1 providers
- FENTON, MO 1 providers
- HUNTSVILLE, AL 1 providers
About pediatrics
A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
Frequently asked
What does a pediatrics provider do?
Pediatrics providers are healthcare professionals classified under the NUCC Healthcare Provider Taxonomy. Refer to the NUCC taxonomy definitions and your state licensing board for scope of practice details.
How do I verify a pediatrics provider's NPI?
Every NPI on Praxis MD has a verifiable record in the official CMS NPPES registry. Open NPPES to confirm, then check the issuing state board for current license status.
How current is this data?
Praxis MD refreshes the monthly NPPES bulk file and applies weekly delta updates. Each page shows its 'Updated' date.