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The Department of MedicineDivision of Center for Human Nutrition - Division of Clinical NutritionNutritional Medicine and Obesity |
Comprehensive programs for the treatment of human obesities ranging from disorders of fat distribution to massive or morbid obesity are available using pharmacological, surgical, and nutritional approaches in carefully planned individualized programs for weight reduction and weight management. These approaches are used in the treatment of obese patients with:
- Hypertension
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Diabetes mellitus
- Low back pain
- Sleep apnea
- Osteoarthritis
In addition, pharmacological and nutritional approaches to binge eating disorders with coordinated referrals to sports medicine, behavioral and psychological counseling are available.
Separate programs are available for patients desiring moderate gradual weight loss and for those with medically significant severe obesity where safe and rapid weight loss is desired.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Telephone Number
(310) 206-1987 General and group program information
(310) 825-7921 Information and referral
(310) 825-8173 Risk Factor Obesity Program
Website
(310) 206-1987 General and group program information
(310) 825-7921 Information and referral
(310) 825-8173 Risk Factor Obesity Program
Website
PHYSICIANS & SPECIALISTS
| Director | Specialty |
|---|---|
| Heber, David MD | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism |
Physician |
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| Li, Zhaoping MD | Internal Medicine |
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