Directory of top Internal Medicine Physicians (Bariatric Medicine) in Chandler, Arizona, USA
Taxonomy Code 207RB0002X
The directory of Internal Medicine Physicians (Bariatric Medicine) in Chandler, Arizona was last updated 6/30/2024
Arizona Rheumatology Consultants, Plc5720 W CHANDLER BLVD, SUITE# 3, CHANDLER, AZ Telephone Number: (480)-568-6788 Rheumatologist |
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Date NPI Record created: 4/16/2014 |
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Arthritis & Rheumatology Clinic Pc1100 S DOBSON RD, 1026, CHANDLER, AZ Telephone Number: (480)-855-4078 Rheumatologist |
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Date NPI Record created: 3/13/2007 |
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Arizona Biologic Infusion Llc604 W WARNER RD STE C4, CHANDLER, AZ Telephone Number: (480)-372-8200 Rheumatologist |
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Date NPI Record created: 7/29/2020 |
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Arizona Arthritis Clinic604 W WARNER RD STE C1, CHANDLER, AZ Telephone Number: (480)-372-8200 Rheumatologist |
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Date NPI Record created: 4/9/2015 |
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Internal Medicine Physicians (Bariatric Medicine)
Taxonomy Code 207RB0002X
Classification: Internal Medicine
Description
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.
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Source:
American Board of Obesity Medicine, www.abom.org [10/1/2007: new, 7/1/2015: title and definition modified]
Additional Resource: American Society of Bariatric Physicians, www.asbp.org.
