Career Information
The Discipline is Emerging, the Opportunities are EXPLODING!
Checkout the Diverse career paths of Fellowship-trained Obesity Medicine Physicians.
Caroline Andrew, MD (Weill Cornell, ‘18)
Attending Physician, Hospital for Special Surgery
Director, Weight Management Program
Working to drive down costs and improve outcomes in the orthopedic world as director of the weight management program at an orthopedic surgery center.
Nadia Ahmad, MD, MPH (Harvard, ‘11):
Senior Medical Advisor, Obesity Product Development, Eli Lilly
Guiding the development of more effective anti-obesity medications as a senior advisor in the pharmaceutical industry.
Anthony Millard, MD (Boston, ‘19)
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Northwestern Medicine
Working in a state-of-the-art academic setting to expand obesity research and care to a diverse patient population and broaden obesity knowledge among medical trainees.
Holly Lofton, MD: (Geisinger, ‘08)
Director, Medical Weight Management Program at NYU School of Medicine
Assistant Professor of Medicine and Surgery
Maximizing weight loss in post-bariatric surgery patients and streamlining weight loss in patients with complex medical needs utilizing pharmacotherapy and metabolic optimization.
Fatima Cody Stanford, MD, MPH, MPA (Harvard '15)
Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics
Director Of Diversity- Nutrition Obesity Research Center at Harvard (NORCH)
Combining science, clinical care, and policy work to drive down disparities in obesity care.
Pornpoj Pramyothin, MD (Boston, ‘12)
Assistant Professor at Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand
Impacting global obesity treatment as an educator, researcher, and obesity medicine specialist in Thailand.
W. Scott Butsch, MD (Harvard, ‘08)
Associate Professor of Medicine at Cleveland Clinic
Paving the way for the next generation of subspecialty trainees by launching an obesity medicine fellowship program at a prestigious medical center.
Katherine Duncan, MD (Texas'16)
Obesity Medicine Physician
Abrazo Medical Group, Phoenix, AZ
Making a significant impact on patient care in a multi-specialty medical group setting as an obesity medicine specialist.
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Obesity Medicine Physician, Cedars-Sinai Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health - Los Angeles, CA
Overview
At Cedars-Sinai, the work you do every day directly impacts patients’ lives. Join a nationally recognized institution committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.
Cedars-Sinai Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health is seeking an Obesity Medicine Physician to provide high-quality, evidence-based, multidisciplinary care for patients living with obesity and related metabolic conditions. This role offers an opportunity to practice within a collaborative program that includes lifestyle medicine, medical management, and coordinated procedural and surgical options.
About the Obesity Medicine Program
The Obesity Medicine Program provides a comprehensive outpatient service with evidence-based care for complex and chronic diseases. Many patients present with advanced obesity-related conditions, including end-organ disease such as cirrhosis and end-stage renal disease, as well as related comorbidities including sleep apnea, metabolic dysfunction–associated fatty liver disease (MASLD/MAFLD), hypertension, and mental health conditions.
Within a coordinated, multidisciplinary model, the program integrates obesity lifestyle intervention, adjunct therapies (including pharmacotherapy), and close collaboration with procedural and surgical teams. The program focuses on clinical outcomes, disease burden reduction, and improved overall health and wellbeing.
Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Provide outpatient longitudinal follow-up for patients with obesity and related metabolic conditions
- Develop and manage individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, including obesity pharmacotherapy and lifestyle plan development
- Manage patients pre-, peri-, and post–metabolic and bariatric surgery
- Co-manage obesity-related conditions, including: type 2 diabetes, MASLD/MAFLD, hypertension, and OSA
Program Development & Integration
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and standardization of clinical protocols and evidence-based care pathways
- Support ongoing program growth and integration of obesity medicine services within a multidisciplinary care model
Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary and surgical teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care
- Serve as a clinical resource within a multidisciplinary obesity medicine care model
Teaching, Mentorship & Academic Contribution
- Participate in teaching and mentorship of clinical staff, advanced practice providers, and trainees
- Contribute to the program’s academic mission through case-based teaching, clinical supervision, and dissemination of evidence-based obesity medicine practices
- Support development of a strong academic environment for learners rotating through the program
Quality & Scholarship
- Participate in quality improvement, outcomes measurement, and development of best practices in obesity medicine
- Contribute to clinical research, quality initiatives, and outcomes-based efforts that advance obesity medicine and support the academic mission of the program
- Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
Physician Requirements
Education
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Experience
- Experience in obesity medicine, endocrinology, primary care, or a related field
- Experience caring for medically complex patients with obesity-related cardiometabolic disease is preferred
- Experience with multidisciplinary care models, program development, or academic initiatives is desirable
Licensure / Certifications
- Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or relevant specialty
- Eligible for an unrestricted California license as Physician
- Ability to obtain and /or maintain DEA certification for the State of California
- BLS certification
- American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) certification required
- Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges
- Eligible for appointment to the appropriate academic rank in the CSMC
Preferred Qualifications
- Obesity Medicine fellowship training
- Experience with obesity, pharmacotherapy and management of medically complex patients
- Experience in clinical research, quality improvement, or medical education
How to Apply
If you are passionate about evidence-based care for people living with obesity and desire to grow a multidisciplinary clinical program, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply today to join Cedars-Sinai’s Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health: https://careers.cshs.org/job/los-angeles/obesity-medicine-physician-clinical-faculty/252/94613539056
We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This pay range includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. We also offer a comprehensive faculty benefits package.
Pay Range: $270,000.00 - $372,000.00 total cash compensation
Obesity Medicine Physician, Sage Bariatric Institute – San Antonio, TX
Sage Bariatric Institute, San Antonio, Texas
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Sage Bariatric is interested in applicants experienced in and passionate about Endocrinology with an interest in Obesity Medicine.
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The appointee will provide comprehensive outpatient care for patients with endocrine and metabolic disorders.
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This individual will work closely with and support other providers, including Internal Medicine, Bariatric Surgeons, Psychologists, advanced practice providers, and dieticians.
Assistant/Associate Professor, Obesity Medicine Physician – Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge, LA
Pennington Biomedical Research Center: Position Profile
Overview
Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a research campus in the Louisiana State University System. Over the past three decades, Pennington Biomedical has become a global leader in nutrition research and metabolic health. Located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the Center's mission is to discover the triggers of chronic diseases through innovative research that improves human health across the lifespan.
At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia, Pennington Biomedical is affiliated with Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical, and population research. As a state entity, the Center has a particular focus and commitment to helping Louisiana's residents to live longer and healthier lives.
Research
Over the last 30 years, Pennington Biomedical's world-renowned scientists have made remarkable discoveries that have improved the way Americans exercise, eat, and age and greatly advanced society's understanding of obesity, diabetes, dementia, and other chronic diseases. Researchers have contributed to nearly every obesity and diabetes drug on the market, developed obesity and lifestyle interventions, and are a leading provider of nutrition science for the U.S. military.
The Center's 550+ employees perform research activities across 752,000 square feet of state-of-the-art laboratories, clinics, conference spaces, and offices located on a tranquil 222-acre urban campus in Baton Rouge. The Center's research enterprise includes approximately 65 scientists and more than 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories supported by lab techs, nurses, dietitians, and support personnel, and 16 highly specialized core service facilities. Research at Pennington Biomedical covers ten areas: obesity; diabetes; epidemiology & prevention; genomics & molecular genetics; neurobiology; neurodegeneration; nutrient sensing & signaling; cancer; physical activity & health; and developmental biology.
Job Summary:
The position will be split 50% for medical supervision and implementation of clinical trials (Medical Investigator
and/or Principal Investigator) and 50% for independent biomedical research. The role of Medical Investigator
requires oversight of clinical trials, performance of safety medical reviews, participating in the development of
clinical trials, and overseeing the medical aspects of clinical research projects initiated by non-physician
scientists at Pennington Biomedical.
Job Responsibilities:
Research:
- Develop over time your own independent and externally funded in endocrinology and metabolism (e.g., NIH
grants, private foundation grants, and investigator-initiated pharmaceutical grants).
- Publish your research in high impact journals.
- Actively collaborate with other PIs at Pennington Biomedical.
- Participate in other scholarly activities including, grant reviews, participation in professional societies, and
presentations at local, national, and international meetings.
Medical Investigator/Physician Role:
- Provide coverage within the clinical research unit in support of active studies.
- Serve as a medical investigator on funded projects.
- Provide on-call duty for the unit in coordination with medical staff.
- Provide service time in a Pennington Biomedical medical clinic if required by the Chief Medical Officer and the Executive Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education Level: MD or DO
Years of Experience: 3-5 years
Certifications/Licenses:
• MD, Board Certified, ACLS, BLS
Specific Experience:
• 3-5 years post-medical residence.
• Contingent on successful licensure to practice medicine in the State of Louisiana. Also contingent on obtaining
privileges at all practice sites that will utilize your clinical services.
• Board Certification: Internal Medicine or Family Practice
• Strong oral, written communication and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in a research setting-implementation of Clinical Trials for investigational drugs and/or biologics.
• Board Certification: Endocrinology or Obesity Medicine
Additional Position Information:
Background Check- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Pennington Biomedical Research Center /LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. PBRC and LSU are also designated as a State As a Model EmQIOY.er (SAME)_agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at hrm@pbrc.edu.
Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at 225-763-2776 or hrm@pbrc.edu
WELCOME TO BATON ROUGE
Louisiana has arguably the most colorful history and fascinating culture of any state in the nation. Baton Rouge, French for "Red Stick," is the capital city of Louisiana. Situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, it represents the best of Louisiana's vibrant culture. Just minutes from Pennington Biomedical, downtown Baton Rouge is a hot spot where you can attend an art exhibition or concert or watch the sun set over the Mississippi River.
Over the last several years, the Baton Rouge area has enjoyed an unprecedented economic expansion-offering employment opportunities in diverse industry sectors.
Why Baton Rouge?
Baton Rouge is a cultural crossroads between the Cajun heartland of Lafayette (located about 55 miles southwest) and the birthplace of jazz and home of Mardi Gras, New Orleans (located about 80 miles to the southeast). Housing options in Baton Rouge are diverse and include historic neighborhoods like Spanish Town and the Garden District, river front apartments and chic, loft-style condos like the Commerce Building, cozy family neighborhoods, and sprawling mansions.
Our city boasts award-winning public and private school options; more than 900 restaurants; live concerts ranging from home-grown favorites to superstars like Kenny Chesney and James Taylor; a variety of museums, including one that houses a 65-millionyear-old triceratops skull and a 5,000-year-old mummy; a nationally recognized, award-winning public library system; more than 180 parks across the region; and much more. No matter your age or interest, the Baton Rouge Area is a great place to call home.
Obesity Medicine Physician – Northwestern Medicine, Glenview and Gurnee, IL
Northwestern Medicine Obesity Medicine Opportunity – Glenview, IL and Gurnee, IL
Northwestern Medicine Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled BE/BC Obesity Medicine Fellowship trained Internal Medicine Physician to join our team in Glenview, IL and Gurnee, IL, located in the northern suburbs of Chicago.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive, patient-centered environment focused on delivering high-quality obesity management care. As an NM Obesity Medicine Internal Medicine Physician in our practice, you will have the ability to make a meaningful impact on patient care, work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, and enjoy a work-life balance in an outpatient setting. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive care for the medical management of patients with obesity and will be comfortable managing weight-related complications while building long-term relationships with patients and supporting the continued growth and development of comprehensive weight management services.
Highlights:
- Join a team of 6 Endocrinology Physicians, 2 Bariatric Surgeons, 3 Advanced Practice Providers, 1 Obesity Medicine Advanced Practice Provider and 5 Dieticians
- Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with flexible schedule and work-life balance
- Lab services onsite
- Provided support includes Nurses and Medical Assistants
- Salary range starting at $250,000 - $320,000
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefits package. This includes a continuing medical education allowance, paid time off, well-being fund, 401k, paid parental leave, malpractice insurance and much more. Moreover, we will provide financial stability and administrative support so you can focus on your passion – practicing medicine.
Northwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities across Chicago, the suburbs and Northern Illinois. Together with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we are pushing boundaries in our research labs, training the next generation of physicians and scientists, and pursuing excellence in patient care. Our vision and values are deeply rooted in the idea that patients come first in all we do. We value building relationships with our patients and their families, listening to their unique needs while providing individualized primary, specialty and hospital-based care. Our recent affiliations and ongoing growth make it possible for us to serve more patients, closer to where they live and work.