Obesity is a complex disorder involving an excessive amount of body fat that increases the risk of many health issues like heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing disorders, stroke and some cancers. Different from being merely overweight, individuals who are obese have an adult body mass index of 30.0 or higher.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Adolescent Medicine
BMC’s Division of Adolescent Medicine is a medical home to adolescents and young adults ages 14 to 25. The division provides primary care and hosts a variety of targeted subspecia…
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Adult Primary Care
BMC’s Adult Primary Care department provides patients aged 18 and older with a medical home, coordinating care across BMC to help our patients get well and stay healthy.
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Endocrinology
From thyroid disorders to bone conditions to diabetes and more, our Endocrinology team is here to care for all of your endocrinology needs. We offer comprehensive services from di…
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Nutrition and Weight Management
The Nutrition and Weight Management Program at Boston Medical Center is an integral part of the Center for Endocrinology, Diabetes, Nutrition and Weight Management. The Center off…
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Pediatrics - Endocrinology
The Section of Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology at Boston Medical Center is committed to comprehensive, compassionate, supportive medical care to children and adolescents with…
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Pediatrics - Nutrition
Nutrition counseling is provided at various sites at Boston Medical Center. An outpatient dietitian is available in the pediatric clinic several hours each week. A dietitian will …
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Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)
At Boston Medical Center, we work with each patient to find the best weight loss surgery option and treatment. Bariatric surgery can change your life, help you lose weight, and gi…