Metabolic medicine

At Penn Medicine, our approach to weight management involves you as an active member of your care team. We offer comprehensive evaluation, education, treatment, and follow-up services designed to help you achieve your health goals.

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About metabolic medicine

Penn Metabolic Medicine is the leading choice in the region for diagnosing and treating obesity and weight-related conditions. Our program offers expert care for obesity, which can lead to serious health issues like hypertension, diabetes, sleep apnea, and more.

With a focus on comprehensive and evidence-based care, we provide personalized treatment plans and support to help you manage your weight and improve your overall health. Our dedicated team also conducts cutting-edge research to advance the understanding and treatment of obesity. Choose Penn Metabolic Medicine for expert care and innovative solutions to support your health journey.

Conditions we treat 

Our care approach 

Our clinical team includes board-certified endocrinologists, obesity medicine physicians, a registered dietitian, a nurse, and a nurse practitioner. We collaborate to help you achieve weight loss and improve your health through a compassionate and personalized approach. This may involve nutrition, physical activity, behavior modification, medication, and/or surgery. We also coordinate with your primary care physician and other providers to manage obesity-related conditions and adjust medications as needed during your weight loss journey.

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Our doctors

Our providers work with you to plan and deliver exceptional treatment and personalized care.

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Locations

Our hospitals, multispecialty medical centers, pharmacies, labs and more offer outstanding, personalized care for patients all across the region.

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