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Obesity Medicine Physician
Location: Los Angeles, California
Overview
At Cedars-Sinai, physicians are empowered to make a meaningful impact through clinical excellence, innovative research and community outreach. As part of one of the nation’s leading nonprofit academic medical centers, you’ll collaborate with top-tier professionals to advance patient care and medical discovery—from cutting-edge imaging and AI-driven diagnostics to space-based stem cell research. Cedars-Sinai also champions health equity, offering physicians opportunities to serve diverse communities through partnerships with schools, shelters and mental health organizations. Whether you're drawn to academic medicine, translational research or expanding access to care, Cedars-Sinai provides the platform, resources and support to help you thrive and lead in shaping the future of healthcare.
Core Values
Successful Obesity Medicine Physician at Cedars-Sinai share these core values and embrace a real commitment to our community. Do you have the right mix?
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Respect
- Compassion
- Teamwork
- Innovation
Obesity Medicine Physician
Job Description
At Cedars-Sinai, the work you do every day directly impacts patients’ lives. Join a nationally recognized institution committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.
Cedars-Sinai Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health is seeking an Obesity Medicine Physician to provide high-quality, evidence-based, multidisciplinary care for patients living with obesity and related metabolic conditions. This role offers an opportunity to practice within a collaborative program that includes lifestyle medicine, medical management, and coordinated procedural and surgical options.
About the Obesity Medicine Program
The Obesity Medicine Program provides a comprehensive outpatient service with evidence-based care for complex and chronic diseases. Many patients present with advanced obesity-related conditions, including end-organ disease such as cirrhosis and end-stage renal disease, as well as related comorbidities including sleep apnea, metabolic dysfunction–associated fatty liver disease (MASLD/MAFLD), hypertension, and mental health conditions.
Within a coordinated, multidisciplinary model, the program integrates obesity lifestyle intervention, adjunct therapies (including pharmacotherapy), and close collaboration with procedural and surgical teams. The program focuses on clinical outcomes, disease burden reduction, and improved overall health and wellbeing.
Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Provide outpatient longitudinal follow-up for patients with obesity and related metabolic conditions
- Develop and manage individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, including obesity pharmacotherapy and lifestyle plan development
- Manage patients pre-, peri-, and post–metabolic and bariatric surgery
- Co-manage obesity-related conditions, including: type 2 diabetes, MASLD/MAFLD, hypertension, and OSA
Program Development & Integration
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and standardization of clinical protocols and evidence-based care pathways
- Support ongoing program growth and integration of obesity medicine services within a multidisciplinary care model
Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary and surgical teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care
- Serve as a clinical resource within a multidisciplinary obesity medicine care model
Teaching, Mentorship & Academic Contribution
- Participate in teaching and mentorship of clinical staff, advanced practice providers, and trainees
- Contribute to the program’s academic mission through case-based teaching, clinical supervision, and dissemination of evidence-based obesity medicine practices
- Support development of a strong academic environment for learners rotating through the program
Quality & Scholarship
- Participate in quality improvement, outcomes measurement, and development of best practices in obesity medicine
- Contribute to clinical research, quality initiatives, and outcomes-based efforts that advance obesity medicine and support the academic mission of the program
- Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
If you are passionate about evidence-based care for people living with obesity and desire to grow a multidisciplinary clinical program, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply today to join Cedars-Sinai’s Center for Weight Management and Metabolic Health!
We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This pay range includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. We also offer a comprehensive faculty benefits package.
Pay Range: $270,000.00 - $372,000.00 total cash compensation
Qualifications
Physician Requirements:
Education
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Experience
- Experience in obesity medicine, endocrinology, primary care, or a related field
- Experience caring for medically complex patients with obesity-related cardiometabolic disease is preferred
- Experience with multidisciplinary care models, program development, or academic initiatives is desirable
Licensure / Certifications
- Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or relevant specialty
- Eligible for an unrestricted California license as Physician
- Ability to obtain and /or maintain DEA certification for the State of California
- BLS certification
- American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) certification required
- Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges
- Eligible for appointment to the appropriate academic rank in the CSMC
Preferred Qualifications
- Obesity Medicine fellowship training
- Experience with obesity, pharmacotherapy and management of medically complex patients
- Experience in clinical research, quality improvement, or medical education
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Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
Culture
Mission-Driven ExcellenceCedars-Sinai is committed to improving the health of the communities it serves through high-quality patient care, innovative research and education. Faculty and physicians are empowered to lead advancements in medicine while making a tangible difference in patients’ lives.
Innovation and Research LeadershipBe part of a nationally recognized institution at the forefront of medical innovation—from AI-powered diagnostics to space-based stem cell research. Faculty and physicians have access to cutting-edge resources and opportunities to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries.
Collaborative and Inclusive CultureJoin a diverse and supportive environment where interdisciplinary collaboration is encouraged, and every voice matters. Cedars-Sinai fosters a culture of respect, inclusion and continuous learning.
Community Impact and EquityCedars-Sinai prioritizes health equity and community engagement, offering faculty and physicians meaningful ways to serve underserved populations through outreach programs, partnerships and advocacy.
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Rewards
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Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage
Cedars-Sinai provides robust health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, along with Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs and various health and wellness programs.
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Strong Retirement & Insurance Benefits
Faculty and physicians benefit from retirement offerings such as employer-matched 403B and pension options. Additional insurance supports include life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental insurance options.
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Generous Paid Time Off
Cedars-Sinai employees, including faculty and physicians, have access to vacation, holiday and sick leave. Many reviews highlight decent vacation and PTO benefits.
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Professional & Educational Development
Faculty and physicians are encouraged to grow through tuition reimbursement, continuing education and professional development programs.
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Work–Life Support & Perks
Cedars-Sinai offers various programs that support life outside of work, including an Employee Assistance Program, childcare resource services, employee discounts, rideshare incentives and parking support.
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Relocation Incentives
Faculty and physicians may receive relocation assistance.
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