Directory of top Physicians (Obesity) in Toms River, New Jersey, USA
Taxonomy Code 2083B0002X
The directory of Physicians (Obesity) in Toms River, New Jersey was last updated 6/30/2024
Instride Foot And Ankle Specialists, Pllc4119 CAPITOL STREET, DURHAM, NC Telephone Number: (919)-477-9333 Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery) |
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Date NPI Record created: 11/1/2012 |
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Instride Foot And Ankle Specialists, Pllc5107 SOUTHPARK DR, SUITE 202, DURHAM, NC Telephone Number: (919)-544-2583 Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery) |
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Date NPI Record created: 11/2/2012 |
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Instride Foot And Ankle Specialists, Pllc2609 N DUKE ST STE 213, DURHAM, NC Telephone Number: (919)-471-1002 Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery) |
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Date NPI Record created: 11/6/2012 |
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Physicians (Obesity)
Taxonomy Code 2083B0002X
Classification: Preventive 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 [7/1/2015: new]
Additional Resource: American Society of Bariatric Physicians, www.asbp.org.
