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Bariatric Medicine specialists - Richmond, VA

We found 11 bariatric medicine specialists in Richmond, VA.

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Dr. Brennan J. Carmody, MD

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(16 ratings)

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Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Bariatric Medicine

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA 23226

umbilical hernia, pain, inguinal hernia
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Dr. Brennan Carmody is a Richmond, VA physician who specializes in general surgery, bariatric surgery, and bariatric medicine. He graduated from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School.
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Erin R. Brown, APRN-CNP, NP

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(18 ratings)

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Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Bariatric Medicine

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA 23226

Ms. Erin Brown practices general surgery, bariatric surgery, and bariatric medicine in Richmond, VA.
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Dr. Daphne L. Bryan, MD

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(20 ratings)

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Family Medicine, Bariatric Medicine

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA 23226

weight management, obesity

Dr. Daphne Bryan is a family medicine and bariatric medicine specialist in Richmond, VA and Midlothian, VA. She is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine.
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Dr. Craig Smith, MD

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(19 ratings)

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Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Bariatric Medicine

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA 23226

Dr. Craig Smith practices general surgery, bariatric surgery, and bariatric medicine in Richmond, VA and Midlothian, VA. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
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Dr. Nathan W. Lee, MD

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(18 ratings)

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Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Bariatric Medicine

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA 23226

Dr. Nathan Lee specializes in general surgery, bariatric surgery, and bariatric medicine and practices in Richmond, VA. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine.
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Jeannine M. Moss, APRN-CNP, FNP

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(19 ratings)

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Bariatric Surgery, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Bariatric Medicine

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA 23226

Ms. Jeannine Moss is a general surgery, bariatric surgery, and bariatric medicine specialist in Richmond, VA.
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Dr. Gregory Louis Schroder, MD

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(48 ratings)

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Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Bariatric Medicine

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA

Dr. Gregory Schroder graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine.
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Dr. Tejwant S. Datta, MD

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(No ratings)

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Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Bariatric Medicine

9460 Amberdale Drive, Richmond, VA 23236

lymphatic diseases, colorectal surgery procedures, hypertension (high blood pressure)
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Dr. Tejwant Datta practices general surgery, bariatric surgery, and bariatric medicine in Richmond, VA and North Chesterfield, VA. He is a graduate of Temple University School of Medicine.
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Stacy L. Gittler, PA

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Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery, Bariatric Medicine

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA 23226

Ms. Stacy Gittler's specialties are general surgery, bariatric surgery, and bariatric medicine. She practices in Richmond, VA and Midlothian, VA.
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Jennifer B. Bailiff, RD, MS

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(No ratings)

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Bariatric Medicine, Nutrition

5855 Bremo Road, Richmond, VA 23226

weight management, obesity

Ms. Jennifer Bailiff specializes in bariatric medicine and nutrition and practices in Richmond, VA.
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Dr. Latania Akers-White, M.D.

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Family Medicine, General Practice, Bariatric Medicine

110 N Robinson Street, Richmond, VA

Dr. Latania Akers-White sees patients in Richmond, VA. Her medical specialties are general practice, family medicine, and bariatric medicine.

Bariatric (Weight Loss) Doctors in Nearby Locations

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What is Bariatric Medicine?

Bariatric medicine is the treatment of obesity through non-surgical weight loss management. Bariatricians aim to facilitate patient weight loss (or in some cases, simply reduce patient weight gain) and alleviate the symptoms of obesity. Bariatricians, also known as bariatric physicians, are doctors who have completed training in bariatric medicine. Bariatric medicine is the first course of action for obese or overweight patients, as only patients with a BMI greater than 35 to 40 may receive bariatric weight loss surgery. Moreover, bariatric surgery is accompanied by post-surgical health risks and may be inappropriate for some patients.

A patient will first undergo a weight loss evaluation and consultation. Bariatrians measure patients' starting weight and may perform a body composition analysis to determine patients' body fat and muscle percentages. Blood tests and electrocardiograms (heart rhythm test) may also be used to assess overall patient health. A weight management program is then tailored to the patient, customized to the individual's physical abilities and preferences. Bariatric medicine treatments can include some combination of behavioral modification and oral medications, such as:

Dietary plans
Exercise regimens, such as routine aerobic exercise
Oral medication to promote weight loss, such as Phentermine and Orlistat (also known as Alli)
Therapy and psychology sessions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Lessons, lectures, and educational seminars, such as lessons on promoting a healthy lifestyle in work and home environments
Support groups

Bariatricians will monitor and frequently assess patients' progress. If a certain weight-loss method is ineffective, bariatricians may modify it or prescribe alternative treatments. Bariatricians can work alongside nutritionists, registered dietitians, psychologists, and bariatric surgeons in order to provide comprehensive obesity care.