Your primary care doctor is likely the “quarterback” of your healthcare, so they may also take the lead on obesity care. That said, not all primary care doctors feel comfortable treating the condition, especially if you’re considering medication (such as a GLP-1 receptor agonist) or bariatric surgery.
“Right now, we’re in the very beginning of modern obesity treatment,” says Dr. Morton. “A lot of the practices around how you initiate, escalate, and de-escalate therapy are still being figured out.”
If you require more specialized care than what your primary care provider can offer, they will likely refer you to an obesity medicine physician.
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