Bariatric and Obesity Medicine

Position Overview

 

Join our team of experienced Bariatric Medicine physicians in a busy outpatient practice. 

The department of bariatric medicine at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in patients’ lives and contribute to your professional development.

 

Highlights Include:

 

• Comprehensive multidisciplinary care including Registered Dietitians, Behavioral Health Therapists, Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Exercise Physiologist.
• Individualized Care unique to each patient with lab evaluation and specific tailored goals 
• Meal replacement program for high protein, streamlined portion-controlled program to achieve desired weight loss goals.
• Addition of medications as needed to support the patients’ healthy habits and lifestyle changes to meet their health and wellness goals.
• Supportive, positive caring office environment to help patients overcome their boundaries. 

 

  In a Bariatric Medicine career with LVHN, you will experience:

• In-Person and Virtual Care
• No Holiday or Call Schedule
• Opportunity to teach medical students/residents

 

Benefits & Perks:

As a nationally certified Great Place to Work™, we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career.  Explore our benefits.

• Starting Bonus
• Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends
• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
• CME Time and Allowance
• Relocation (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, as well as Obesity Medicine through the American Board of Obesity Medicine
• A current PA Medical License or the ability to obtain one is required
• 2 years' experience practicing Obesity Medicine preferred 

Recruiter Details

Catherine Sommers
Clinician Recruiter, Bariatric Medicine, Endocrinology, Hospice/Palliative Care, Infectious Diseases, Occupational Medicine and Rheumatology and Physiatry
Catherine.Sommers@lvhn.org
484-215-5065

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