Taxonomy Code 207QB0002X(207qb0002x)
Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician. Providers: 1

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Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician Providers

NPI Name Type Address

1649892142

DR. DO Saleh M Alrajhi

Individual

King Fahad Medical City Dept Of Family Medicine

Sulaimaniah District, Makkah Road

Riyadh, RIYADH

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Taxonomy Code 207QB0002X
Specialization Obesity Medicine
Display Name Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician
Taxonomy Group Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Classification Family Medicine
Definition 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.
Effective Date September 30, 2009
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