Taxonomy Code 207QB0002X(207qb0002x)
Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician. Providers: 6
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Obesity Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician Providers
| NPI | Name | Type | Address |
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Advanced Medical Weight |
Organization |
76 W Horizon Ridge Suite 125 Henderson, NV |
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MD Barry Markman |
Individual |
600 Whitney Ranch Dr Ste A1 Henderson, NV |
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Dr. Joan S. Leaks, Pc |
Organization |
7272 Palmyra Ave Las Vegas, NV |
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Dr. Joan S. Leaks, Pc |
Organization |
2080 E Calvada Blvd Suite 500 Pahrump, NV |
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D.O. Donald W Tice |
Individual |
401 N Buffalo Dr Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV |
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DR. D.O. Robert Kenneth Ewing II |
Individual |
645 Sierra Rose Dr. Suite 103 Reno, NV |
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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 |