Obesity Medicine
Contact UsRiverside Obesity Medicine Clinic
Riverside obesity medicine is new specialty that is governed and credentialed through the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Organizations that provide educational support and recognition to the field of Obesity Medicine can be found here.
A Riverside, CA obesity medicine trained physician will not only help you to lose weight but will be an expert in recognizing and treating your weight related conditions. This is important because as you lose weight, your medications that you have been taking for your weight related condition will frequently change.
Common problems that are seen in an obesity medicine clinic can include but are not limited to:
Metabolic Syndrome
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Psychiatric problems: Depression, Anxiety, Binge Eating Disorder, and Night Eating Syndrome
(This is only a partial list)
Sarcopenia
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Pre and Postoperative management for Bariatric surgery patients
Gout
Renal insufficiency
Kidney stones
Fatty Liver
Heightened risk for several types of cancers