La obesidad es un trastorno complejo que involucra una cantidad excesiva de grasa corporal que aumenta el riesgo de muchos problemas de salud como enfermedades cardíacas, diabetes, presión arterial alta, trastornos respiratorios, derrames cerebrales y algunos cánceres. A diferencia de tener simplemente sobrepeso, las personas obesas tienen un índice de masa corporal adulto de 30,0 o más.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Adolescent Medicine
A pediatric primary care program specializing in pediatric and adolescent medicine, providing comprehensive, age-appropriate care for teens and young adults.
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Adult Primary Care
A department providing primary care to people over 18 years old, including preventive services, routine exams, chronic disease management, treatment of minor illness, medication m…
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Endocrinology
A program providing diabetes and endocrine care, including management of diabetes and conditions affecting the thyroid, adrenal glands, bone health, and hormones, with testing, im…
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Nutrition and Weight Management
A program providing diet and nutrition and weight management services through a multidisciplinary team, including personalized plans, education, and long-term support to help pati…
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Endocrinology (Pediatrics)
A program within the Department of Pediatrics where pediatric endocrinologists provide care and long-term management for pediatric diabetes and hormone-related conditions, includi…
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Nutrition (Pediatrics)
A program within the Department of Pediatrics providing pediatric nutrition care, including evaluation and guidance to support healthy growth, manage medical conditions, and promo…
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Weight Loss (Bariatric) Surgery
Comprehensive bariatric and weight management surgery, including gastric bypass and sleeve procedures, to support lasting weight loss and improved health.