Condition
Childhood Obesity
Having more body weight than is healthy for a child's age and height, which can affect health now and later in life.
Also called: overweight child, pediatric weight management, kids weight loss
Who Can Help with Childhood Obesity?
- Pediatricians
A physician who provides checkups, vaccines and medical care for infants, children and teenagers.
- Pediatric Specialists
A pediatrician with extra training in one area of children's health, such as hormones, lungs, kidneys, infections, joints or development.
- Dietitians
A nutrition expert who creates eating plans to manage health conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, food allergies and weight.
Where Practices List Childhood Obesity
Cities where practice websites say they offer it.
- Phoenix, AZ (1,209)
- Chicago, IL (1,090)
- San Diego, CA (919)
- Evergreen Park, IL (117)
- Oklahoma City, OK (101)
- Conway, SC (15)
- Peoria, AZ (15)
- Greenville, NC (14)
- Orlando, FL (14)
- Tucson, AZ (12)
- Dalton, GA (8)
- Glendale, AZ (6)
- Mesa, AZ (3)
Related
General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about childhood obesity and what is right for you.