Dr. Cherise Dyal, Orthopedic Surgery
“It is imperative that we not only tell our patients that they need to lose weight and develop more healthful lifestyle habits, but also provide them with the resources they need to accomplish it.”
Dr. Anand Gupta, Internal Medicine/Hospital Medicine
“Obesity medicine certification is an index of a physician’s expertise in treating obesity as a disease. It assures patients that a physician has training, experience, and knowledge of obesity medicine.”
Dr. Varalakshmi Niranjan, Internal Medicine
“[Certification] is really a feather in my crown. I get more respect from patients, fellow providers refer patients to me. “
Dr. Ann O’Connor, Pediatric Surgery
“I passionately believe that patients who suffer from obesity need to have a comprehensive approach that includes all treatment options including surgery. They are entitled to have factual and current options available to them.”
Dr. Vani Prabhakar, Endocrinology
“I am glad I decided to expand my knowledge into obesity medicine and am lucky enough to apply it in my current practice. I hope that formal obesity training becomes a part of all endocrine fellowships and several other specialties too.”
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