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Dr. Melissa L Hemelt, MD
Obesity Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician in Slidell, Louisiana
NPI 1992045827

Melissa L Hemelt is a Obesity Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician based in Slidell, LA and is specialized in Obesity Medicine. Melissa L Hemelt practices in Slidell, LA and has the professional credentials of MD. The NPI Number for Melissa L Hemelt is 1992045827 and holds a License No. MD024235 (Louisiana).

The current practice location address for Melissa L Hemelt is 1597 Gause Blvd, Slidell, LA and can be reached out via phone at 985-641-7747 and via fax at 985-641-7745.

Location: 1597 Gause Blvd, Slidell, LA, 70458-2245
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Provider Profile Details
NPI Number
1992045827
Provider Name
Melissa L Hemelt
Credential
MD
Provider Entity Type
Individual
Gender
Female
Address
1597 Gause Blvd, Slidell, LA, 70458-2245
Phone Number
985-641-7747
Fax Number
985-641-7745
Provider Enumeration Date
03/01/2013
Last Update Date
03/09/2024
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Provider Business Practice Location Address Details
Address
1597 Gause Blvd
City
Slidell
State
Louisiana
Zip
70458-2245
Phone Number
985-641-7747
Fax Number
985-641-7745
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Provider Business Mailing Address Details
Address
1597 Gause Blvd
City
Slidell
State
Louisiana
Zip
70458-2245
Phone Number
985-641-7747
Fax Number
985-641-7745
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Provider's Taxonomy Details 1
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Internal Medicine
Speciality
Obesity Medicine
Taxonomy
207RB0002X
License No.
MD024235 (Louisiana)
Definition
A physician who specializes in the treatment of obesity demonstrates competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as dietitians, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
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